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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Abundant closet space
  • Hardwood-style flooring
  • Professional leasing and maintenance staff
  • New dog park
  • Large open kitchen
  • Picnic grill area

Location

1300 Johnson Ave, Columbia, SC 29203, USA|Colonial Park
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Management

Clover Capital Group, LLC

Leasing office

(803) 627-8131

Property Overview

Columbia Rising is highly rated with an overall Zumper score of 8.6, reflecting its appeal for renters. It features exceptional amenities, competitive pricing, and a prime location, offering easy access to nearby grocery stores and top-rated schools. Key highlights include ample closet space, hardwood-style flooring, a new dog park, and well-maintained communal areas, ensuring a comfortable living environment.

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

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Columbia Rising is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Columbia Rising 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

  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby
  • Package service

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath925 sqft$995 /mo1 unit availableDiscover the charm of this cozy and affordable two-bedroom, one-bathroom classic apartment located in the heart of Columbia, SC. Nestled in a fenced community just steps from North Main Street, this apartment offers a clean and comfortable living experience with modern touches like new cabinet hardware, new flooring and new bathtubs. Enjoy seamless connectivity with Wi-Fi, perfect for those who work or study from home. Take your furry friend to our dog park, where they can socialize and stretch their legs. Host a delightful picnic in our serene picnic area, complete with a grill for outdoor cooking enthusiasts. Our community is designed to provide a safe, secure, and convenient environment for all residents. On-site maintenance ensures your home is always in excellent condition. With its prime location and array of amenities, our apartment is the perfect place to call home. *Note photos shown are representative. A tour is recommended before applying. **Section 8 at this property ***$125 Amenity Fee applies [WI-FI, Water, Pest Control, Trash, Landscaping] Applying to this unit is a valid application to any upcoming units at our property. Your application will be good for 30days after acceptance.

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Amenities for Columbia Rising

Apartment Amenities

TrashWater

Appliances

RefrigeratorStove Top Oven

Tech

Cable ReadyWiFi

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Fenced Community

Services

LandscapingPackage Service
Pest Control
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 
Limit1
Building details

Property details

Units30
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About Columbia Rising

HomeApartments in ColumbiaColonial Park Columbia Rising

Welcome home to Columbia Rising! Located in the charming Colonial Heights neighborhood, the city’s medical hub, you’ll enjoy mature trees and nearby green parks intermingled with local businesses and restaurants. Bustling downtown Columbia is only minutes away by bike or car. All our 2 bedroom apartments are spacious, bright and inviting. Gather with family and friends in the large open kitchen, dining and living areas. 50 Mbps Wi-fi, pest control, water, trash and landscaping all INCLUDED in the amenity package! Our new dog park and picnic grill area are ideal for hanging out. The fenced community offers a safe environment for all residents. Our recently renovated on-site laundry room with key code access makes it easy to clean your clothes. The professional leasing and maintenance staff are here to take care of you. Complete with hardwood-style flooring and abundant closet space, Columbia Rising is ready to help you live your best life. Visit us to learn more and apply at: rentcolumbiarising. com Minimum credit score of 550, minimum income is 3x rent. Application fee covers background, credit check, and application processing.


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.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Columbia Rising is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Columbia Rising 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 Columbia Rising
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, Columbia Rising is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Colonial Park. 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·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.
Columbia Rising 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, Columbia Rising 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.
Columbia Rising 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·9A 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.
Columbia Rising has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
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.

Columbia Rising is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 pet supply store near the property

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 Columbia Rising compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.2 mile away
Package service
More secure storage for delivery

Considerations

Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Colonial Park

2-bedroom apartments at Columbia Rising cost about 10% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Colonial Park.

Median rents as of Oct 4 2025.
Colonial Park
Columbia
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Columbia
MonthMedian Rent
October 2023$1,192
November 2023$1,174
December 2023$1,074
January 2024$1,112
February 2024$1,050
March 2024$1,083
April 2024$1,062
May 2024$1,059
June 2024$1,083
July 2024$1,066
August 2024$1,072
September 2024$1,050
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$1,000
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Colonial Park
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$725
March 2024$725
May 2024$750
June 2024$750
August 2024$750
September 2024$750
February 2025$750
March 2025$750
July 2025$750
August 2025$750
October 2025$750

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$39,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $39,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $995.
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Schools near Columbia Rising

Hyatt Park Elementary School

4200 main st

columbia, SC, 29203

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

Colonial Park | Columbia, SC

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

Getting around Columbia near 1300 Johnson Ave

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 1300 Johnson Ave, Columbia

Groceries

1/10
No grocery stores within walking distance

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

6/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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Food Lion
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Good Life Cafe
1216 Taylor St
Piggly Wiggly
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