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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Prime location
  • Playground
  • Sparkling pool
  • Energy-efficient appliances
  • Newly renovated interiors
  • Exceptional amenities

Location

7648 Garners Ferry Rd, Columbia, SC 29209, USA
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Colonial Pointe Apartments

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(803) 303-0285 ext. 2

Property Overview

Colonial Pointe Apartments earns a strong overall impression with an 8.3 Zumper Expert Rating, high marks for price, amenities, location, and trustworthiness, and a competitive value per square foot. It stands out for its prime location, newly renovated interiors, energy-efficient appliances, sparkling pool, playground, and exceptional amenities, while nearby schools, extensive photo coverage, and pet-friendly resources add to its appeal.

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

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

  • More space
  • Elementary school nearby
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

Welcome to Colonial Pointe - StudioStudio1 bath557 sqft$899 /mo1 unit available
Welcome to Colonial Pointe - 1 Bed | 1 Bath1 bed1 bath650 sqft$969 /mo1 unit available
Welcome to Colonial Pointe - 2 Beds | 1.5 Baths2 bed1.5 bath950 sqft$1,099 /mo1 unit available
Welcome to Colonial Pointe - 3 Beds | 2 Baths3 bed2 bath1,100 sqft$1,299 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for Colonial Pointe Apartments

Appliances

DishwasherFridge Dishwasher Stove
Fridge Stove Dishwasher

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Grounds

Outdoor SpacePlayground
Swimming Pool

Services

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

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
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Units238

About Colonial Pointe Apartments

HomeApartments in Columbia Colonial Pointe Apartments

Experience affordable living with exceptional amenities and newly renovated interiors designed to meet your needs at Colonial Pointe Apartments in Columbia, South Carolina! Choose from studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments featuring modern upgrades such as durable LVP flooring, fresh paint, stylish white cabinetry, new countertops, and energy-efficient appliances. Our community offers family-friendly amenities including a sparkling pool for relaxation for outdoor fun. Colonial Pointe puts you in a prime Columbia location near major employers, schools, and entertainment. We’re just minutes from Fort Jackson, Midlands Technical College, and the University of South Carolina, offering easy access to education, career opportunities, and key military hubs. Enjoy nearby shopping and dining at Columbiana Centre, Richland Mall, and along Forest Drive, plus convenient access to local parks and recreation. Quick routes to I-20, I-26, and I-77 make commuting throughout the Columbia area simple. Don’t miss out - our newly upgraded apartments are leasing quickly. Schedule your tour today and make Colonial Pointe Apartments your new home in Columbia, South Carolina.


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, Colonial Pointe Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Colonial Pointe 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 Colonial Pointe Apartments
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.
Colonial Pointe Apartments 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·9A 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.
Colonial Pointe Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Colonial Pointe Apartments receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Colonial Pointe 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 Colonial Pointe 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.

Colonial Pointe Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 5 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 1 pet hospital in the area

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 Colonial Pointe Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
Studio is 278 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.4 miles away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Eco-friendly trash disposal
This property has recycling pickup
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property
Pool
Enhanced community features

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 3.8 miles away

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Rent trends in Columbia

Studio apartments at Colonial Pointe Apartments cost about 11% less than the average rent price for studios in Columbia.

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

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Colonial Pointe Apartments to be 14% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Columbia.

3-bedroom apartments at Colonial Pointe Apartments cost about 26% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Columbia.

Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
Columbia
A table of studio rental data trends in Columbia
MonthMedian Rent
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$998
December 2025$1,067
January 2026$1,306
February 2026$1,371
March 2026$1,171
April 2026$1,204
May 2026$1,030
June 2026$984
July 2026$1,119
August 2026$1,052
September 2026$1,119
October 2026$1,004

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$35,960/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $35,960 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $899.
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Schools near Colonial Pointe Apartments

Annie Burnside Elementary School

7300 patterson rd

columbia, SC, 29209

PK, K-5Public
C

Brockman Elementary School

2245 montclair dr

columbia, SC, 29206

PK, K-5Public
A-

Cayce Elementary

515 bulldog blvd

cayce, SC, 29033

PK, K-5Public
C

Jackson Creek Elementary

7150 trenholm rd extension

columbia, SC, 29223

PK, K-5Public
B

Pendergrass Fairwold School

5935 token st

columbia, SC, 29203

PK, K-12Public
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Getting around Columbia near 7648 Garners Ferry Rd

Walking

4/10
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.

Transit

4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 7648 Garners Ferry Rd, Columbia

Groceries

7/10
The nearest general grocery store is within a 10-minute walk, and there are also a few specialist food stores nearby.

Shopping

5/10
Some fashion stores are within walking distance.

Cafes

5/10
The closest café is within a 10-minute walk, and there are a few other cafés within walking distance.

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants are within walking distance.

Primary schools

3/10
The closest elementary school is within a 20-to-30-minute walk.

High schools

1/10
There are no high schools within a 30-minute walk.

Nightlife

2/10
The closest bar is within a 20-minute walk. There are few or no other bars within walking distance.

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