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436 Locust St # 438, Columbia, PA 17512, USA
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Management

Highland Realty Group LLC

Leasing office

(844) 243-9986 ext. 1186

Property Overview

The property at 436-438 Locust Street receives a strong Zumper expert rating of 8.3 out of 10, showcasing its appeal to renters. It offers off-street parking and competitive pricing, rated 10 out of 10, alongside an 8 out of 10 for amenities and a prime location rated 9 out of 10, providing easy access to nearby schools and attractions. Additionally, it maintains a trustworthiness rating of 7 out of 10, ensuring transparency about its offerings through a detailed description.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” 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, 436-438 Locust Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 436-438 Locust 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

  • Elementary school nearby
  • More space
  • High school nearby

Floor plans

436-438 Locust Street - 438 Locust Street - 1st flStudio1 bath$1,554 /mo
436-438 Locust Street - 438 Locust Street - 1st flStudio1 bath1,865 sqft$1,554 /mo
436-438 Locust Street - 438 Locust Street - 1st flStudio1 bath1,865 sqft$1,554 /mo

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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, 436-438 Locust Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 436-438 Locust 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.
How we rated 436-438 Locust Street
Price·10A 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.
436-438 Locust Street offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 436-438 Locust Street is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
436-438 Locust Street 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 436-438 Locust Street 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.
436-438 Locust Street 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.

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 436-438 Locust Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
More space
Studio is 932 sqft larger than other listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.5 mile away
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Rent trends in Columbia

Studio apartments at 436-438 Locust Street cost about 22% more than the average rent price for studios in Columbia.

Median rents as of Oct 18 2025.
Columbia
A table of studio rental data trends in Columbia
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$1,554
December 2023$1,554
January 2024$1,554
February 2024$1,554
March 2024$1,554
April 2024$1,554
May 2024$1,554
June 2024$1,554
July 2024$1,554
August 2024$1,554
September 2024$1,554
October 2024$1,554
November 2024$1,554
December 2024$1,554
January 2025$1,554
February 2025$1,554
March 2025$1,554
April 2025$1,554
May 2025$1,554
June 2025$1,554
July 2025$1,554
August 2025$1,554
September 2025$1,387
October 2025$1,277

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Can I afford to live at 436 Locust St # 438?

Bedrooms

Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$62,160/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $62,160 annually to afford this studio median monthly rent price of $1,554.
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Schools near 436-438 Locust Street

Park Elementary School

50 s 6th st

columbia, PA, 17512

K-4Public
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Getting around Columbia near 436 Locust St # 438

Walking

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

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 436 Locust St # 438, Columbia

Groceries

6/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 436 Locust St # 438

Aj's Surplus Grocery
960 Lancaster Ave
Weis Markets
1786 Columbia Ave
Sue's Food Market
214 Hellam St
GIANT Food Stores
3985 Columbia Ave
Weis Markets
1400 Stony Battery Rd

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