The Babcock
2110 Pickens St,
Columbia, SC 29201
$1,275 - $1,995
1-2 Beds
Founded in 1870, Benedict College is a full-opportunity institution with high-quality teaching, research, and public service programs. Benedict’s programs provide students and the community with the knowledge, skills, understanding, and values needed to become a power for good in society and to create a better world.
Located in South Carolina’s capital city, Benedict is accessible to a wide range of apartments, lofts, and condos available for rent near campus. Nearby neighborhoods include Waverly, Five Points, and Shandon. Convenience to U.S. Routes 1 and 378 allows for simple commutes and travels from the Benedict campus.
Over 65 clubs and organizations, Greek life, artistic performances, special events, and NCAA Division II Tiger athletics all contribute to the vibrant campus atmosphere at Benedict. Just minutes from Downtown Columbia, Benedict is close to plenty of museums, parks, gardens, and entertainment venues as well as notable attractions like Congaree National Park, Riverbanks Zoo and Botanical Garden, and Sesquicentennial State Park.
As of November 2025, the average apartment rent in Columbia, SC is $1,014 for a studio, $1,156 for one bedroom, $1,343 for two bedrooms, and $1,625 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Columbia has increased by 1.0% in the past year.
Studio
433 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,014/month
Average Rent
1 BR
735 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,156/month
Average Rent
2 BR
1,066 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,343/month
Average Rent
3 BR
1,343 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,625/month
Average Rent
Car-Dependent
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This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
Minimal Transit
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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Somewhat Bikeable
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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.
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742 Students
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639 Students
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905 Students
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1,018 Students
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Grades 6-8
802 Students
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Grades 6-8
652 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
533 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,352 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,150 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,187 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,711 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,307 Students
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