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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Conveniently located
  • Central heating and air
  • With granite countertops
  • Featuring open kitchen
  • Cable and internet readiness
  • Access to laundry facility

Location

609 S Lake Dr, Lexington, SC 29072, USA|Lexington
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Management

Cantey & Company, Inc

Leasing office

(803) 359-0793

Property Overview

Lexington Garden Apartments offers a strong mix of value, convenience, and amenities, with an 8.2 expert rating, a 10/10 amenities score, and a 9/10 location rating. It is competitively priced for what it provides and features granite countertops, an open kitchen, central heating and air, cable and internet readiness, and laundry access. It may also appeal to those looking for a quiet environment, good internet setup, and outdoor spaces.

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.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.2
Very Good
With a solid 8.2 out of 10 overall, lexington garden apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, lexington garden apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Central heat
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath$975 /mo1 unit availableLexington Garden Apartments at 609 South Lake Dr. #23 in Lexington, SC offers a comfortable studio apartment with 1 bathroom. This downstairs unit features granite countertops, a refrigerator, and a stove, with power and water included in the rent. The community is cable and internet ready, offers on-site laundry, and requires renters insurance. Contact the Lexington Office at 803-359-0793 to schedule a tour.

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Amenities for lexington garden apartments

Apartment Amenities

Downstair UnitGranite Countertops

Appliances

In-Unit LaundryRange
RefrigeratorStove

Tech

Cable and Internet Ready

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite LaundryWasher and Dryer Onsite

Other

Renters Insurance RequiredStudio Apartment
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

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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About lexington garden apartments

HomeApartments in LexingtonLexington lexington garden apartments

Lexington Garden Apartments at 609 South Lake Dr. #23 in Lexington, SC offers a comfortable studio apartment with 1 bathroom. This downstairs unit features granite countertops, a refrigerator, and a stove, with power and water included in the rent. The community is cable and internet ready, offers on-site laundry, and requires renters insurance. Contact the Lexington Office at 803-359-0793 to schedule a tour.


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.
8.2
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.2 out of 10 overall, lexington garden apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, lexington garden apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated lexington garden apartments
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, lexington garden apartments is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Lexington. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·10A 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.
lexington garden apartments stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
lexington garden 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 lexington garden 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·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.
lexington garden apartments 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.

lexington garden apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 1 pet hospital in the area

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Built-in desks or shelving for office use
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution

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 lexington garden apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Central heat
Climate controlled environment
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1.2 miles away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 4.2 miles away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1.4 miles away
Grow a garden indoors
A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
Lacks images
Fewer than 5 photos available for this property

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Rent trends in Lexington

1-bedroom apartments at lexington garden apartments cost about 24% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Lexington.

Median rents as of Nov 7 2026.
Lexington
Lexington
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Lexington
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,419
December 2024$1,432
January 2025$1,431
February 2025$1,363
March 2025$1,348
April 2025$1,355
May 2025$1,370
June 2025$1,359
July 2025$1,352
August 2025$1,313
September 2025$1,301
January 2026$1,360
February 2026$1,350
March 2026$1,316
April 2026$1,250
May 2026$1,285
June 2026$1,338
July 2026$1,352
August 2026$1,313
September 2026$1,311
October 2026$1,312
November 2026$1,290
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Lexington
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,419
December 2024$1,432
January 2025$1,431
February 2025$1,363
March 2025$1,366
June 2026$1,338
July 2026$1,352
August 2026$1,313
September 2026$1,311
October 2026$1,312
November 2026$1,290

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 609 S Lake Dr?

Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$39,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $39,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $975.
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Schools near lexington garden apartments

Lexington Elementary School

116 azalea dr

lexington, SC, 29072

PK, K-5Public
A-

Riverbank Elementary School

160 cougar dr

west columbia, SC, 29169

PK, K-5Public
B-

Centerville Elementary School

4147 augusta hwy

gilbert, SC, 29054

PK, K-5Public
B+

Cayce Elementary

515 bulldog blvd

cayce, SC, 29033

PK, K-5Public
C

Piney Woods Elementary

816 amicks ferry rd

chapin, SC, 29036

PK, K-4Public
A-
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Getting around Lexington near 609 S Lake Dr

Walking

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

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.

Points of interest for 609 S Lake Dr, Lexington

Groceries

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

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

2/10
Few or no 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

1/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

2/10
Some bars within walking distance

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