This single-floor space offers an open, versatile layout highlighted by warm hardwood-style flooring that extends throughout the main area. Large windows along one wall flood the interior with abundant natural light, providing views of the surrounding exterior while creating a bright and airy atmosphere. A glass-paneled door adds an additional source of light and offers direct access to the outdoors. The walls are finished in a clean, neutral white, providing a blank canvas adaptable to a wide range of purposes. A textured popcorn ceiling adds a classic architectural detail overhead. A baseboard heating unit positioned along the far wall ensures functional climate control. The open floor plan allows for flexible arrangement, with generous square footage that comfortably accommodates multiple configurations. The overall ambiance is clean, well-lit, and straightforward, making this space well-suited for residential or light commercial use.
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Monthly Rent
$1,500 - $2,600
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Bedrooms
Studio - 3 bd
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Bathrooms
1 - 1.5 ba
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Square Feet
462 - 1,400 sq ft
Senate Plaza is an upscale downtown condominium complex with breathtaking views. Living at Senate Plaza gives you more time to enjoy what city living is all about. Take advantage of an ideal location that meets the demands of your busy schedule. Walk to the Capital, USC and Five Points. The new USC Law School and McMasters College are right across the street. Enjoy the thriving Vista area, with its wide variety of restaurants, cozy cafes, live bands and other cultural attractions. Live a Step Above the Rest. Come and join our residents at Senate Plaza!
Highlights
- Furnished Units Available
- Sauna
- Pool
- Walk-In Closets
- Controlled Access
- Doorman
- Picnic Area
- Elevator
- Grill
Pricing & Floor Plans
Fees and Policies
The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.
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One-Time Basics
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Due at Application
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Application Fee Per ApplicantCharged per applicant.$75
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Due at Move-In
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Administrative FeeCharged per unit.$210
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Due at Application
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CoveredOne space per unit
Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
Details
Utilities Included
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Gas
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Water
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Electricity
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Heat
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Trash Removal
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Sewer
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Cable
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Air Conditioning
Lease Options
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12 mo
Property Information
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Built in 1965
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158 units/19 stories
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Furnished Units Available
Matterport 3D Tours
About Senate Plaza
Senate Plaza is an upscale downtown condominium complex with breathtaking views. Living at Senate Plaza gives you more time to enjoy what city living is all about. Take advantage of an ideal location that meets the demands of your busy schedule. Walk to the Capital, USC and Five Points. The new USC Law School and McMasters College are right across the street. Enjoy the thriving Vista area, with its wide variety of restaurants, cozy cafes, live bands and other cultural attractions. Live a Step Above the Rest. Come and join our residents at Senate Plaza!
Senate Plaza is an apartment community located in Richland County and the 29201 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Richland 01 School District attendance zone.
Unique Features
- Balconies For Select Units
- Balconies On Select Units
- Laundry Facilities
Community Amenities
Pool
Fitness Center
Laundry Facilities
Furnished Units Available
Elevator
Doorman
Concierge
Clubhouse
Property Services
- Wi-Fi
- Laundry Facilities
- Controlled Access
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- Doorman
- Concierge
- Video Patrol
- Furnished Units Available
- Recycling
- Key Fob Entry
Shared Community
- Elevator
- Clubhouse
- Storage Space
- Disposal Chutes
- Vintage Building
- Conference Rooms
Fitness & Recreation
- Fitness Center
- Sauna
- Pool
- Bicycle Storage
Outdoor Features
- Grill
- Picnic Area
Apartment Features
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
High Speed Internet Access
Walk-In Closets
Microwave
Refrigerator
Wi-Fi
Tub/Shower
Indoor Features
- High Speed Internet Access
- Wi-Fi
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Smoke Free
- Cable Ready
- Trash Compactor
- Storage Space
- Tub/Shower
Kitchen Features & Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
Model Details
- Carpet
- Family Room
- Views
- Walk-In Closets
- Furnished
- Balcony
Columbia is South Carolina's capital city, positioned where the Saluda and Broad rivers converge to form the Congaree — a geographic detail that shapes both the city's layout and its outdoor culture. As the anchor of the state's Midlands region, Columbia draws its identity from three powerful forces: state government, the University of South Carolina, and Fort Jackson, the U.S. Army's largest basic training installation. Together, these institutions create a steady, diverse economy that keeps the rental market active year-round.
Neighborhoods across the city offer genuinely different experiences. The Vista delivers warehouse-style lofts near the South Carolina State Museum and the riverfront, while Five Points pulses with energy close to the USC campus.
Learn more about living in ColumbiaCompare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| University Hill | Columbia, SC | |
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| Studio | $859 | $998 |
| 1 Bedroom | $980 | $1,175 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,326 | $1,375 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,068 | $1,791 |
- Wi-Fi
- Laundry Facilities
- Controlled Access
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- Doorman
- Concierge
- Video Patrol
- Furnished Units Available
- Recycling
- Key Fob Entry
- Elevator
- Clubhouse
- Storage Space
- Disposal Chutes
- Vintage Building
- Conference Rooms
- Grill
- Picnic Area
- Fitness Center
- Sauna
- Pool
- Bicycle Storage
- Balconies For Select Units
- Balconies On Select Units
- Laundry Facilities
- High Speed Internet Access
- Wi-Fi
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Smoke Free
- Cable Ready
- Trash Compactor
- Storage Space
- Tub/Shower
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Carpet
- Family Room
- Views
- Walk-In Closets
- Furnished
- Balcony
| Monday | 8:30am - 5pm |
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| Tuesday | 8:30am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 8:30am - 5pm |
| Friday | 8:30am - 4pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 17 min | 0.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 18 min | 7.8 mi |
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Senate Plaza
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2BR-1.5BA 1045 SF
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While Senate Plaza does not provide in‑unit laundry, on‑site laundry facilities are available for shared resident use.
Select utilities are included in rent at Senate Plaza, including gas, water, electricity, heat, trash removal, sewer, cable, and air conditioning. Residents are responsible for any other utilities not listed.
Parking is available at Senate Plaza. Contact this property for details.
Senate Plaza has studios to three-bedrooms with rent ranges from $1,500/mo. to $2,600/mo.
Senate Plaza does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.
A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $1,500 for a studio, you would need to earn about $60,000 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.
Senate Plaza is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.
Yes! Senate Plaza offers 4 Matterport 3D Tours. Explore different floor plans and see unit level details, all without leaving home.
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
1520 Senate St
Columbia, SC 29201
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