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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Sparkling pool
  • Premium amenities
  • Renovated apartment
  • Apartment renovated
  • Apartment pet-friendly community
  • Spacious one, two, three-bedroom apartments

Location

1001 Springhouse Dr #1013-1043 Barmettler Place, Columbia, SC 29210, USA
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(947) 888-7494

Property Overview

Retreat at Broad River offers a competitive price rating of 10 out of 10, signaling an excellent balance of price and value. With an overall Zumper expert rating of 8.3, it features premium amenities, including a sparkling pool and newly renovated pet-friendly apartments. Its prime location, scoring 9 out of 10, provides residents easy access to nearby grocery options and top-rated schools, ensuring a desirable living experience.

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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Retreat at Broad River is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Retreat at Broad River 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

  • High school nearby
  • More space
  • Less expensive

Floor plans

1/1R1 bed1 bath655 sqft$900 /mo8 units availableEnjoy this renovated 1brm apartment
2/1R2 bed1 bath834 sqft$995 /mo6 units availableEnjoy this renovated 2brm apartment
2/1.5 TH R2 bed1.5 bath985 sqft$1,050 /mo6 units availableEnjoy this renovated 2brm townhome

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Amenities for Retreat at Broad River

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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

Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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Property details

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About Retreat at Broad River

HomeApartments in Columbia Retreat at Broad River

Discover your personal retreat at Broad River. Our community offers the perfect blend of privacy and convenience, with spacious one, two, and three-bedroom apartments in Columbia, SC. Step into a pet-friendly neighborhood designed for your comfort, where premium amenities like a sparkling pool and a convenient playground for the kids are just steps from your front door. Beyond the comfort of your home, you'll discover that our Columbia location puts you in the center of a vibrant city with plenty to see and do. You can spend a day visiting more than 2,000 animals at the Riverbanks Zoo & Garden, or take in a show at the Trustus Theatre. Catch a concert or sporting event at the Colonial Life Arena or get some retail therapy at Cross Hill Market and Trenholm Plaza. For outdoor enthusiasts, the magnificent Congaree National Park offers opportunities for hiking, canoeing, and camping. Retreat at Broad River gives you the peace of a private retreat with all the excitement and convenience of downtown Columbia just minutes away Residents are responsible for base rent, $12 trash fee, $8 pest control fee and water/sewer based on unit size. Water/Sewer- 1 BD $60, 2 BD $60, 2 BD Townhome $70 & 3 BD $80.


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Retreat at Broad River is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Retreat at Broad River 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 Retreat at Broad River
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.
Retreat at Broad River 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, Retreat at Broad River 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.
Retreat at Broad River 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 Retreat at Broad River does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
Retreat at Broad River provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking 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 Retreat at Broad River compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
More space
The 1-bedroom is 84 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Less expensive
The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.4 mile away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

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Rent trends in Columbia

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 11% lower than 1-bedrooms in Columbia.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Retreat at Broad River to be 21% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Columbia.

Median rents as of Nov 1 2025.
Columbia
A table of studio rental data trends in Columbia
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$1,350
December 2023$1,338
January 2024$1,335
February 2024$1,350
March 2024$1,413
April 2024$1,527
May 2024$1,429
June 2024$1,351
July 2024$1,318
August 2024$1,284
September 2024$1,334
October 2024$1,274
November 2024$1,146
December 2024$1,247
January 2025$1,350
February 2025$1,350
March 2025$1,356
April 2025$1,302
May 2025$1,347
June 2025$1,346
July 2025$1,071
August 2025$1,076
September 2025$1,017
October 2025$976
November 2025$985

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Can I afford to live at 1001 Springhouse Dr #1013-1043 Barmettler Place?

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$36,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $36,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $900.
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Schools near Retreat at Broad River

Sandel Elementary School

2700 seminole rd

columbia, SC, 29210

PK, K-5Public
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Pendergrass Fairwold School

5935 token st

columbia, SC, 29203

PK, K-12Public

Brockman Elementary School

2245 montclair dr

columbia, SC, 29206

PK, K-5Public
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Columbia near 1001 Springhouse Dr #1013-1043 Barmettler Place

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 1001 Springhouse Dr #1013-1043 Barmettler Place, Columbia

Groceries

2/10
At least one supermarket within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

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

4/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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