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  • Pet Friendly

Location

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. “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

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 1421 Shirley Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1421 Shirley Street 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

  • Less expensive
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  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1421 Shirley Street - 101 bed1 bath725 sqftThis 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 - 61 bed1 bath750 sqft
1421 Shirley Street - 91 bed1 bath900 sqftCharming, 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 - 51 bed1 bath725 sqftCharming, 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 - 61 bed1 bath750 sqftA 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 - 72 bed1 bath750 sqftUnit #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 - 22 bed1 bath900 sqftCharming 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 - 12 bed1 bath750 sqftQuaint apartment in a great location! ***Does not come furnished***
1421 Shirley Street - 32 bed1 bath750 sqftThis 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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Rent trends in Melrose Heights

Median rents as of Oct 18 2025.
Melrose Heights
Columbia
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Columbia
MonthMedian Rent
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 Melrose Heights
MonthMedian 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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