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Highlights

  • Washer and dryer
  • Lvp flooring

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1524 1/2 Ilex St, Columbia, SC 29205, USA|South Kilbourne
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Affinity Management

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(844) 432-0256 ext. 6556

Property Overview

1524 1/2 Ilex Street earns a strong overall impression with an 8.1 Zumper expert rating, supported by standout price and location scores, solid amenities, and a trustworthy listing description. It offers practical appeal with washer and dryer, LVP flooring, and 14 photos that give renters a clearer look at the property.

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

8.1
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, 1524 1/2 Ilex Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1524 1/2 Ilex Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

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1524 1/2 Ilex Street - 12 bed1 bath870 sqft$1,250 /moWelcome home! This unit has great location, private parking, and perfect for college students or young professionals. Located in Rosewood, close to I-77, restaurants, and shopping. LVP flooring throughout the home, two bedrooms, one bathroom, with a washer and dryer already in the unit. Fenced private yard! Call today for a showing. Please call the office to confirm prior to applying application fee is non refundable. Tenant is responsible for all utilities and lawn care. 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

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About 1524 1/2 Ilex Street

HomeApartments in ColumbiaSouth Kilbourne 1524 1/2 Ilex Street

Welcome home! This unit has great location, private parking, and perfect for college students or young professionals. Located in Rosewood, close to I-77, restaurants, and shopping. LVP flooring throughout the home, two bedrooms, one bathroom, with a washer and dryer already in the unit. Fenced private yard! Call today for a showing. Please call the office to confirm prior to applying application fee is non refundable. Tenant is responsible for all utilities and lawn care. 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.


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 Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, 1524 1/2 Ilex Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1524 1/2 Ilex Street 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 1524 1/2 Ilex Street
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.
1524 1/2 Ilex Street 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, 1524 1/2 Ilex Street 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.
1524 1/2 Ilex Street 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 1524 1/2 Ilex Street 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 1524 1/2 Ilex Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

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Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 2.1 miles away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1.2 miles away

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Rent trends in South Kilbourne

2-bedroom apartments at 1524 1/2 Ilex Street cost about 8% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in South Kilbourne.

Median rents as of Oct 10 2026.
South Kilbourne
Columbia
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Columbia
MonthMedian Rent
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
December 2025$1,020
January 2026$1,030
February 2026$1,034
March 2026$1,040
April 2026$1,018
May 2026$1,013
June 2026$1,012
July 2026$1,033
August 2026$1,048
September 2026$1,036
October 2026$1,016
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in South Kilbourne
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$925
November 2024$916
December 2024$915
January 2025$950
April 2025$895
June 2025$918
July 2025$905
August 2025$942
September 2025$950
October 2025$1,048
November 2025$1,001
December 2025$947
January 2026$920
February 2026$988
March 2026$995
April 2026$995
May 2026$952
June 2026$911
July 2026$900
August 2026$915
September 2026$962
October 2026$1,050

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Schools near 1524 1/2 Ilex Street

South Kilbourne Elementary School

1400 south kilbourne rd

columbia, SC, 29205

PK, K-5Public
C+

Cayce Elementary

515 bulldog blvd

cayce, SC, 29033

PK, K-5Public
C

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

Riverbank Elementary School

160 cougar dr

west columbia, SC, 29169

PK, K-5Public
B-
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Getting around Columbia near 1524 1/2 Ilex St

Walking

3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

4/10
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 1524 1/2 Ilex St, Columbia

Groceries

1/10
Closest supermarket further than a 30-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

2/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

0/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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Publix
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Food Lion
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Whole Foods Market
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