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Highlights

  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Modern design
  • Onsite laundry facilities
  • Newly renovated
  • Central ac
  • River trails

Location

156 Locust St, Columbia, PA 17512, USA
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Management

YRG Property Services LLC

Leasing office

(717) 690-1700

Property Overview

Locust St. Apartments is highly rated, with a Zumper Expert Rating of 8.4 out of 10, reflecting its appeal to renters. The property excels in value, pricing, amenities, and location, earning a price rating of 10 and a location rating of 9, showcasing its competitive pricing and convenience. Notable features like stainless steel appliances, modern design, and river trails further enhance its attractiveness, supported by a trustworthiness rating of 8, indicating clear and transparent communication from the management.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, Locust St. Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Locust St. Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath$1,000 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to the Luxury Studio Apartment in the Heart of Columbia, a newly renovated studio apartment located in the vibrant town of Columbia, PA. This apartment boasts a sleek, modern design with stainless steel appliances, providing a contemporary feel to your living space. The unit is equipped with central air to ensure your comfort throughout the seasons. The convenience of having laundry facilities onsite eliminates the hassle of laundromat trips. One of the significant advantages of this apartment is that the owner covers the cost of water, sewer, and trash services, providing you with additional savings. This apartment offers a perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and affordability, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a modern, efficient living space in Columbia. -Building was completely renovated throughout -Luxury Cabinets and Flooring -Full Bathroom and Kitchen -Loft area Fits a Bed -Central AC -Owner pays Water/Sewer/Trash -Stainless Steel Appliances -5 Min Walk to The River trails/Susquehanna River -Located near many shops and restaurants All applicants must be apply and be pre-approved before showings. Application fee is $45. Fee covers background and credit check. Credit score requirement - 575 or above Monthly income requirement - 2.5X rent amount or above TO APPLY please visit our website: www YRGpropertyservices com This apartment is being leased by YRG Property Services, a licensed real estate brokerage in the state of Pennsylvania.
1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath$1,150–$1,300 /mo3 units availableWelcome to the Luxury 1 Bedroom Apartment in the Heart of Columbia, a newly renovated 1 bedroom apartment located in the vibrant town of Columbia, PA. This apartment boasts a sleek, modern design with stainless steel appliances, providing a contemporary feel to your living space. The unit is equipped with central air to ensure your comfort throughout the seasons. The convenience of having laundry facilities onsite eliminates the hassle of laundromat trips. One of the significant advantages of this apartment is that the owner covers the cost of water, sewer, and trash services, providing you with additional savings. This apartment offers a perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and affordability, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a modern, efficient living space in Columbia. -Building was completely renovated throughout -Luxury Cabinets and Flooring -Central AC -Owner pays Water/Sewer/Trash -Stainless Steel Appliances -5 Min Walk to The River trails/Susquehanna River -Located near many shops and restaurants All applicants must be apply and be pre-approved before showings. Application fee is $45. Fee covers background and credit check. Credit score requirement - 575 or above Monthly income requirement - 2.5X rent amount or above TO APPLY please visit our website: www YRGpropertyservices com This apartment is being leased by YRG Property Services, a licensed real estate brokerage in the state of Pennsylvania.

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Amenities for Locust St. Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCentral Air
LVP FlooringNewly Renovated

Appliances

Built-in MicrowaveMicrowave
Stainless Steel AppliancesStainless Steel Refrigerator
Stove Electric

Building

LuxuryOnsite Laundry

Other

Owner Pays Water, Sewer & Trash
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

No pets allowed.

Building details

Property details

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About Locust St. Apartments

HomeApartments in Columbia Locust St. Apartments

Welcome to the Luxury Studio Apartment in the Heart of Columbia, a newly renovated studio apartment located in the vibrant town of Columbia, PA. This apartment boasts a sleek, modern design with stainless steel appliances, providing a contemporary feel to your living space. The unit is equipped with central air to ensure your comfort throughout the seasons. The convenience of having laundry facilities onsite eliminates the hassle of laundromat trips. One of the significant advantages of this apartment is that the owner covers the cost of water, sewer, and trash services, providing you with additional savings. This apartment offers a perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and affordability, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a modern, efficient living space in Columbia. -Building was completely renovated throughout -Luxury Cabinets and Flooring -Full Bathroom and Kitchen -Loft area Fits a Bed -Central AC -Owner pays Water/Sewer/Trash -Stainless Steel Appliances -5 Min Walk to The River trails/Susquehanna River -Located near many shops and restaurants All applicants must be apply and be pre-approved before showings. Application fee is $45. Fee covers background and credit check. Credit score requirement - 575 or above Monthly income requirement - 2.5X rent amount or above TO APPLY please visit our website: www YRGpropertyservices com This apartment is being leased by YRG Property Services, a licensed real estate brokerage in the state of Pennsylvania.


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.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, Locust St. Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Locust St. Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Locust St. Apartments
Price·10A 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.
Locust St. Apartments offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
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, Locust St. Apartments 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.
Locust St. Apartments 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 Locust St. Apartments 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.

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 Locust St. Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 mile away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high 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 Columbia

Studio apartments at Locust St. Apartments cost about 36% less than the average rent price for studios in Columbia.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 5% higher than 1-bedrooms in Columbia.

Median rents as of Sep 6 2025.
Columbia
A table of studio rental data trends in Columbia
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$1,554
October 2023$1,459
November 2023$1,554
December 2023$1,554
January 2024$1,554
February 2024$1,554
March 2024$1,554
April 2024$1,554
May 2024$1,554
June 2024$1,554
July 2024$1,554
August 2024$1,554
September 2024$1,554
October 2024$1,554
November 2024$1,554
December 2024$1,554
January 2025$1,554
February 2025$1,554
March 2025$1,554
April 2025$1,554
May 2025$1,554
June 2025$1,554
July 2025$1,554
August 2025$1,554
September 2025$1,554

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 156 Locust St?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$40,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $40,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,000.
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Schools near Locust St. Apartments

Park Elementary School

50 s 6th st

columbia, PA, 17512

K-4Public
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Getting around Columbia near 156 Locust St

Walking

4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 156 Locust St, Columbia

Groceries

5/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 156 Locust St

Aj's Surplus Grocery
960 Lancaster Ave
Sue's Food Market
214 Hellam St
Weis Markets
1786 Columbia Ave
GIANT Food Stores
3985 Columbia Ave
Weis Markets
1400 Stony Battery Rd

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