Lexington

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Lexington, SC

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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.

Rent Trends

As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Lexington, SC is $1,292 for one bedroom, $1,437 for two bedrooms, and $1,591 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Lexington has increased by 2.2% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,292/month
802 Sq Ft
House
$2,030/month
1,672 Sq Ft
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Transportation

32

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

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

28

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

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

891 Students

Lake Murray Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

901 Students

Rocky Creek Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

863 Students

New Providence Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

803 Students

Meadow Glen Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

810 Students

Meadow Glen Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

808 Students

Pleasant Hill Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

748 Students

Lakeside Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

839 Students

Carolina Springs Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

914 Students

Lexington High

Public

Grades 9-12

2,410 Students

River Bluff High

Public

Grades 9-12

2,197 Students

White Knoll High

Public

Grades 9-12

2,204 Students

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 November 2025.