Located at 4701 Forest Dr in Forest Acres, SC, this single-floor residence blends contemporary design with warm, eclectic touches throughout. A welcoming hallway sets the tone immediately, featuring rich hardwood flooring, crisp white walls, and a striking sliding barn door with matte black hardware. A round wall mirror adds a decorative accent, while the open sightline draws the eye toward the kitchen beyond. The kitchen is a standout space, equipped with gray shaker-style cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a subway tile backsplash, and a large center island topped with light stone countertops. Pendant lighting in matte black hangs above the island, complementing gold-toned fixtures at the sink. Large vertical blinds allow abundant natural light to filter in, brightening the hardwood floors throughout. The living area offers a comfortable, curated atmosphere with a ceiling fan, bold geometric area rug, and room for stylish furnishings. The bedroom features a vibrant burnt orange accent wall, plush carpeting, and access to a dedicated walk-in closet. The bathroom is finished with wood-look tile flooring, a subway-tiled tub surround, and a granite-topped vanity with gray cabinetry, offering a clean and functional design.
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Monthly Rent
$1,411 - $5,098
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Bedrooms
Studio - 3 bd
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Bathrooms
1 - 3.5 ba
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Square Feet
573 - 2,100 sq ft
An enviable Forest Acres address, near the heart of Columbia. Our handcrafted development with chic aesthetics, exceptional quality of life, and convenience to the best shopping and dining make us Forest Acres most sought after address!Step inside of your new home and enjoy beautiful shaker-style cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, ceiling fans, full-framed, full-width vanity mirrors and tons of natural light. Living here transcends beyond your front door! Enjoy a sparkling saltwater pool with outdoor courtyard, a fitness center complete with Fitness on Demand, expansive clubroom with hospitality bar & lounge, electric car charging stations, pet spa and pet park, and controlled access bike storage and bike repair essentials. This address is a walker's paradise, with retail shops and restaurants at your fingertips!
Highlights
- Top Rated by Renters
- Porch
- Pet Washing Station
- Pool
- Walk-In Closets
- On-Site Retail
- Elevator
- Balcony
- Property Manager on Site
Pricing & Floor Plans
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Unit 360price $1,411square feet 573availibility Now
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Unit 164price $1,435square feet 573availibility Now
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Unit 368price $1,473square feet 573availibility Jun 1
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Unit 365price $1,861square feet 749availibility Aug 26
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Unit 526price $1,941square feet 816availibility Aug 27
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Unit 404price $2,253square feet 1,150availibility Now
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Unit 238price $2,352square feet 1,150availibility Aug 21
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Unit 135Tprice $2,802square feet 1,961availibility Jul 13
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Unit 133Tprice $2,802square feet 1,961availibility Jul 14
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Unit 123Tprice $2,802square feet 1,961availibility Jul 24
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Unit 150price $2,277square feet 1,055availibility Jul 17
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Unit 241price $2,577square feet 1,220availibility Jul 28
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Unit 407price $2,277square feet 1,218availibility Aug 10
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Unit 441price $2,562square feet 1,231availibility Aug 10
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Unit 360price $1,411square feet 573availibility Now
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Unit 164price $1,435square feet 573availibility Now
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Unit 368price $1,473square feet 573availibility Jun 1
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Unit 365price $1,861square feet 749availibility Aug 26
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Unit 526price $1,941square feet 816availibility Aug 27
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Unit 404price $2,253square feet 1,150availibility Now
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Unit 238price $2,352square feet 1,150availibility Aug 21
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Unit 135Tprice $2,802square feet 1,961availibility Jul 13
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Unit 133Tprice $2,802square feet 1,961availibility Jul 14
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Unit 123Tprice $2,802square feet 1,961availibility Jul 24
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Unit 150price $2,277square feet 1,055availibility Jul 17
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Unit 241price $2,577square feet 1,220availibility Jul 28
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Unit 407price $2,277square feet 1,218availibility Aug 10
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Unit 441price $2,562square feet 1,231availibility Aug 10
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. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.
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One-Time Basics
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DepositVaries by unit
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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.$300
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Dogs
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Dog FeeCharged per pet.$350
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Dog RentCharged per pet.$15 / mo
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Cats
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Cat FeeCharged per pet.$350
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Cat RentCharged per pet.$15 / mo
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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
Property Information
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Built in 2020
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256 units/5 stories
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About The Cardinal Apartments
An enviable Forest Acres address, near the heart of Columbia. Our handcrafted development with chic aesthetics, exceptional quality of life, and convenience to the best shopping and dining make us Forest Acres most sought after address!Step inside of your new home and enjoy beautiful shaker-style cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, ceiling fans, full-framed, full-width vanity mirrors and tons of natural light. Living here transcends beyond your front door! Enjoy a sparkling saltwater pool with outdoor courtyard, a fitness center complete with Fitness on Demand, expansive clubroom with hospitality bar & lounge, electric car charging stations, pet spa and pet park, and controlled access bike storage and bike repair essentials. This address is a walker's paradise, with retail shops and restaurants at your fingertips!
The Cardinal Apartments is an apartment community located in Richland County and the 29206 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Richland 01 School District attendance zone.
Unique Features
- Bike Storage with Repair Center
- Built in Shelving *
- Chef-Inspired Kitchen
- Double Vanity Sinks *
- Exercise Studio with On-Demand Fitness
- Full-Framed Full-Width Vanity Mirrors
- Garage Parking
- Large Walk In Closets
- Linen Space *
- LVT Flooring
- Onsite Retail & Dining
- Outdoor Firepits
- Outdoor Grilling Stations & Al Fresco Dining
- Outdoor TV, Pool Table & Porch Swings
- Private Pool Courtyard
- Raised Garden Beds for Resident Use
- Resident Courtyard
- Resident Library
- Resident Lounge
- Shaker-Style Cabinets
- Stainless Steel Whirlpool Appliances
- Stand Up Showers
- Tile Backsplash
- Tons of Natural Light
- Under Cabinet Lighting
- Washer/Dryer Included
Community Amenities
Pool
Fitness Center
Elevator
Clubhouse
- Property Manager on Site
- On-Site Retail
- Online Services
- Pet Care
- Pet Washing Station
- Public Transportation
- Elevator
- Clubhouse
- Lounge
- Fitness Center
- Pool
- Bicycle Storage
- Gameroom
- Courtyard
Apartment Features
Washer/Dryer
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
Walk-In Closets
Granite Countertops
Microwave
Refrigerator
Tub/Shower
Indoor Features
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Ceiling Fans
- Double Vanities
- Tub/Shower
- Framed Mirrors
Kitchen Features & Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Pantry
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
Model Details
- Vinyl Flooring
- Walk-In Closets
- Linen Closet
- Balcony
- Porch
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.
| Northeast Arcadia Lakes | Columbia, SC | |
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| Studio | $1,055 | $1,000 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,229 | $1,173 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,373 | $1,375 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,619 | $1,813 |
- Property Manager on Site
- On-Site Retail
- Online Services
- Pet Care
- Pet Washing Station
- Public Transportation
- Elevator
- Clubhouse
- Lounge
- Courtyard
- Fitness Center
- Pool
- Bicycle Storage
- Gameroom
- Bike Storage with Repair Center
- Built in Shelving *
- Chef-Inspired Kitchen
- Double Vanity Sinks *
- Exercise Studio with On-Demand Fitness
- Full-Framed Full-Width Vanity Mirrors
- Garage Parking
- Large Walk In Closets
- Linen Space *
- LVT Flooring
- Onsite Retail & Dining
- Outdoor Firepits
- Outdoor Grilling Stations & Al Fresco Dining
- Outdoor TV, Pool Table & Porch Swings
- Private Pool Courtyard
- Raised Garden Beds for Resident Use
- Resident Courtyard
- Resident Library
- Resident Lounge
- Shaker-Style Cabinets
- Stainless Steel Whirlpool Appliances
- Stand Up Showers
- Tile Backsplash
- Tons of Natural Light
- Under Cabinet Lighting
- Washer/Dryer Included
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Ceiling Fans
- Double Vanities
- Tub/Shower
- Framed Mirrors
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Pantry
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Vinyl Flooring
- Walk-In Closets
- Linen Closet
- Balcony
- Porch
| Monday | 9am - 6pm |
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| Tuesday | 9am - 6pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 6pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 6pm |
| Friday | 9am - 6pm |
| Saturday | 10am - 5pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 3.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 12 min | 5.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 20 min | 10.1 mi |
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
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The Cardinal Apartments has units with in‑unit washers and dryers, making laundry day simple for residents.
Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.
Parking is available at The Cardinal Apartments. Contact this property for details.
The Cardinal Apartments has studios to three-bedrooms with rent ranges from $1,411/mo. to $5,098/mo.
Yes, The Cardinal Apartments welcomes pets. Breed restrictions, weight limits, and additional fees may apply. View this property's pet policy.
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 $1,411 for a studio, you would need to earn about $56,440 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.
The Cardinal Apartments is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.
Yes! The Cardinal Apartments offers 6 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?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
4615 Forest Dr
Columbia, SC 29206