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1421 Shirley St, Columbia, SC 29205, USA|Melrose Heights
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Property Overview
1421 Shirley Street is a charming apartment with an overall Zumper rating of 8.5 out of 10, reflecting its appealing price and excellent amenities. With a top score of 10 in price and strong ratings in location and amenities, this property offers competitive value and convenience. Enhanced by its picturesque features and a substantial gallery of 12 photos, it presents a transparent and trustworthy option for potential renters.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Images Available- Laundry available on site
- Pet friendly
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 1421 Shirley Street - 6 | 1 bed | 1 bath | 750 sqft | |||
| 1421 Shirley Street - 10 | 1 bed | 1 bath | 725 sqft | This charming 1-bedroom, one bath apartment in the Melrose Heights neighborhood is available for rent! Convenient to downtown Columbia, University of South Carolina, I-77, and Ft. Jackson. Nearby to everything, but feels miles away. Tucked away on a quiet street with off street parking. | ||
| 1421 Shirley Street - 9 | 1 bed | 1 bath | 900 sqft | Charming, updated unit in great Melrose Heights neighborhood! Minutes from downtown Columbia! This property features off-street parking and on-site laundry facilities. | ||
| 1421 Shirley Street - 5 | 1 bed | 1 bath | 725 sqft | Charming, quaint apartment located in the beautiful Melrose Heights neighborhood! If applying, NO refunds for applications or background checks. Small dogs, and cats are allowed. **There is a $30 utility fee added to rent each month for water and sewer*** We require tenants to have renter's insurance. | ||
| 1421 Shirley Street - 6 | 1 bed | 1 bath | 750 sqft | A charming 1 bedroom 1 bathroom apartment located in the Melrose Heights neighborhood! ***There will be a $35 utility charge added to rent each month*** | ||
| 1421 Shirley Street - 7 | 2 bed | 1 bath | 750 sqft | Unit #7 is a charming 2-bedroom, 1 bath apartment, currently available and offering a 6-month lease option! Located in the historic Melrose Heights community, 1421 Shirley St. is convenient to downtown Columbia, University of South Carolina, I-77, and Ft. Jackson. Tucked away from traffic with dedicated off-street parking. Perfect for anyone interested in downtown living. Small and medium pets accepted with a fee. This property has a security deposit-free option available! | ||
| 1421 Shirley Street - 2 | 2 bed | 1 bath | 900 sqft | Charming apartment in the heart of Melrose Heights. Nestled on a quiet street yet so close to downtown Columbia and Forest Acres area. This two-bedroom, one-bath unit is perfect for anyone who wants to have their own quiet enclave but are near the hustle and the bustle. Do not miss this gem of a property. | ||
| 1421 Shirley Street - 1 | 2 bed | 1 bath | 750 sqft | Quaint apartment in a great location! ***Does not come furnished*** | ||
| 1421 Shirley Street - 3 | 2 bed | 1 bath | 750 sqft | This cute, charming apartment in the Melrose Heights neighborhood is available for rent! If applying, NO refunds for applications or background checks. NO Pets allowed. **There is a $40 utility fee added to rent each month for water and sewer*** We require tenants to have renter's insurance. |
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Amenities for 1421 Shirley Street
Apartment Amenities
| Hardwood Floor |
Appliances
| Refrigerator |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking |
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
Application Fee
One-time. Agent application fee.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time.
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OPTIONAL FEES
Parking Policy
Assigned Parking
Dog Policy
Allowed
Limit1
Cat Policy
Allowed
Limit1
Cat
Pet Rent
Monthly. 1 cat max.
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Dog
Pet Rent
Monthly. 1 dog max.
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Building details
Property details
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About 1421 Shirley Street
Charming, quaint apartment located in the beautiful Melrose Heights neighborhood! If applying, NO refunds for applications or background checks. Small dogs, and cats are allowed. **There is a $30 utility fee added to rent each month for water and sewer*** We require tenants to have renter's insurance.
1421 Shirley Street is great 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 1421 Shirley Street compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
- Pet friendly
- This property allows pets
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Rent trends in Melrose Heights
Median rents as of Dec 6 2025.
Melrose Heights
Columbia
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $1,049 |
| 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 | $1,001 |
| November 2025 | $1,011 |
| December 2025 | $1,004 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $775 |
| March 2024 | $775 |
| October 2024 | $900 |
Schools near 1421 Shirley Street
Brennen Elementary School
4438 devereaux rd
columbia, SC, 29205
PK, K-5Public
B+
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
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Neighborhood
Melrose Heights | Columbia, SC
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Columbia near 1421 Shirley St
Walking
6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
2/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 1421 Shirley St, Columbia
Groceries
5/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
5/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
6/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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