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Highlights
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Formal dining room
- Outdoor storage
Location
1316 King Street, Columbia, South Carolina 29205, United States|Melrose Heights
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Property Overview
1316 King St offers a solid living experience with a Zumper expert rating of 8.1, reflecting its strong appeal to renters. The property features a fully equipped kitchen, formal dining room, and outdoor storage, enhancing its value proposition. Boasting a competitive pricing rating of 9 and an impressive location score of 9, this property provides excellent access to amenities and local attractions, while also being well-suited for an active social lifestyle.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
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| 1316 King St - 1 | 3 bed | 2.5 bath | 1,134 sqft | $2,200 /mo | **50% OFF THE FIRST MONTH RENT with a lease signed by 12/10/2025** **Offering short term leases for nurses and medical professionals** This 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home is located within close proximity of the University of South Carolina campus. Located off of Gervais Street, you will be close to Columbia's 5-Points dining and shopping. Prisma Health Richland is a 9 minute drive, Prisma Health Baptist is a 7 minute drive, and MUSC is a 5 minute drive. This home comes fully furnished and decorated with a clean and modern feel. Offering a fully equipped kitchen, formal dining room, outdoor storage, a 55inch tv, and more! Washer and dryer are included. Contact our office to inquire about renting this home unfurnished. Additionally, we require that you: 1. Make 3x the monthly rent 2. Credit/background check (we DO NOT care about score. We are looking at debt vs income) 3. Security deposit is 1 months rent 4. Rental history check ( We MUST receive rental history back within 48 hours or we |
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About 1316 King St
**50% OFF THE FIRST MONTH RENT with a lease signed by 12/10/2025** **Offering short term leases for nurses and medical professionals** This 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home is located within close proximity of the University of South Carolina campus. Located off of Gervais Street, you will be close to Columbia's 5-Points dining and shopping. Prisma Health Richland is a 9 minute drive, Prisma Health Baptist is a 7 minute drive, and MUSC is a 5 minute drive. This home comes fully furnished and decorated with a clean and modern feel. Offering a fully equipped kitchen, formal dining room, outdoor storage, a 55inch tv, and more! Washer and dryer are included. Contact our office to inquire about renting this home unfurnished. Additionally, we require that you: 1. Make 3x the monthly rent 2. Credit/background check (we DO NOT care about score. We are looking at debt vs income) 3. Security deposit is 1 months rent 4. Rental history check ( We MUST receive rental history back within 48 hours or we will move on to the next applicant) 5. No evictions in the last 5 years Note: Security Deposit and a $100 Admin Fee will be due at the time of lease signing. First month's rent is due on move-in day. Anyone 18+ MUST submit an application. Application fee is $65/person. Please contact our office prior to filling out the application, as we process applications first come first serve. Application fee is non-refundable. We do not accept Zillow applications. *At this time, we are not accepting applications for fall 2026. Please contact our office to be added to a waitlist if you are a college student interested in renting for next year.
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.1
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, 1316 King St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1316 King St has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
1316 King St stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 1316 King St is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
1316 King St is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 1316 King St does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.
1316 King St is great for:
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 1316 King St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 3-bedroom is 59 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Melrose Heights
3-bedroom apartments at 1316 King St cost about 7% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Melrose Heights.
Median rents as of Nov 29 2025.
Melrose Heights
Columbia
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $1,051 |
| January 2024 | $1,112 |
| February 2024 | $1,050 |
| March 2024 | $1,083 |
| April 2024 | $1,062 |
| May 2024 | $1,059 |
| June 2024 | $1,083 |
| July 2024 | $1,066 |
| August 2024 | $1,072 |
| September 2024 | $1,050 |
| October 2024 | $1,050 |
| November 2024 | $1,067 |
| December 2024 | $1,064 |
| January 2025 | $1,109 |
| February 2025 | $1,086 |
| March 2025 | $1,069 |
| April 2025 | $1,007 |
| May 2025 | $996 |
| June 2025 | $1,004 |
| July 2025 | $1,004 |
| August 2025 | $1,010 |
| September 2025 | $997 |
| October 2025 | $1,001 |
| November 2025 | $1,011 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $775 |
| March 2024 | $775 |
| October 2024 | $900 |
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Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 1316 King St
Brennen Elementary School
4438 devereaux rd
columbia, SC, 29205
PK, K-5Public
B+
Brockman Elementary School
2245 montclair dr
columbia, SC, 29206
PK, K-5Public
A-
Pendergrass Fairwold School
5935 token st
columbia, SC, 29203
PK, K-12Public
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Neighborhood
Melrose Heights | Columbia, SC
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Columbia near 1316 King Street
Walking
6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 1316 King Street, Columbia
Groceries
4/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Variety of cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
5/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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