Lexington

Gibson Pond Park in Lexington has beautiful water views and fishing areas.
Lexington Square is a downtown center with restaurants and retail.
Lexington offers new construction overlooking Lake Murray.
Boat landings are on every corner of Lake Murray in Lexington.

Lexington, SC Area Guide

A small town/suburbia hybrid just outside of Columbia.

Suburb Commuter Schools Small Town Family-Friendly

Located 12 miles west of Columbia, Lexington combines small-town hospitality with suburban convenience. This growing community offers diverse housing options, from newer apartment communities to established neighborhoods. Current rental rates average $1,325 for one-bedroom units and $1,476 for two-bedroom homes, with recent rate changes ranging from 1.8% to 5.2% across different unit sizes.

Lake Murray serves as a central attraction, where the 1.7-mile dam provides space for walking, biking, and swimming during warmer months. The Icehouse Amphitheater anchors the local entertainment scene with regular concerts and events, while the Lexington Community Band performs throughout the year. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the Fourteen-Mile Creek Trail or visit Gibson Pond Park, which reopened in 2021 following restoration work. The downtown area comes alive during the weekly farmers' market, offering fresh produce and local goods. Major employers in the area include Lexington School District 1, contributing to the town's steady growth in the Midlands region.

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Lexington offers new construction overlooking Lake Murray.

Boat landings are on every corner of Lake Murray in Lexington.

Rent Trends

As of March 2026, the average apartment rent in Lexington, SC is $1,309 for one bedroom, $1,472 for two bedrooms, and $1,655 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Lexington has decreased by -1.2% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,309/month
803 Sq Ft
House
$2,092/month
1,757 Sq Ft
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Getting Around

Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Lexington, SC is for everyday living.

Car-Dependent

32 / 100

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

Somewhat Bikeable

28 / 100

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Midway Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

Lake Murray Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

New Providence Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

Rocky Creek Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

Meadow Glen Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

Meadow Glen Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

Pleasant Hill Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

Lakeside Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

Carolina Springs Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

Lexington High

Public

Grades 9-12

River Bluff High

Public

Grades 9-12

White Knoll High

Public

Grades 9-12

Lexington Technology Center

Public

Grades 9-12

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Riverbanks Botanical Garden
  • EdVenture Children's Museum
  • Riverbanks Zoo
  • South Carolina State Museum
  • Harbison Environmental Education Forest

Commuter Rail

Airports

  • Columbia Metro

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.