Moving to Columbia ??'s (2009, apartment complexes, rentals)

[boobalation]

We are in our early 60's and will need to rent a 2 bedroom apartment for a while.

We need a place that is pet friendly.

We want to live in a desirable, safe neighborhood, which is close to the downtown area, and is very walkable.

We need to keep the rent below $1,000.00 per month.

Do any places come to mind?

AND

Do any areas of Columbia come to mind?

[waccamatt]

I think the Shandon area would suit you nicely. There are some condo and apartment complexes that I think would have a 2 bedroom unit for $1000 or less. The pet aspect may just take a little more looking. Shandon is very walkable with grocery and retail stores and restaurants nearby.

[susancrosby]

Sounds like the new Rosewood Hills would suit you just right. 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath duplexes and townhouses are $950.00 per month. Lots of green space around for walking and its right downtown, overlooking the USC stadium!
Look at www.ColumbiaHomeRentals.com for more info!

[Intergalactic]

Brand new Rosewood Hills, although a great housing project, is still a housing project.

[waccamatt]

Originally Posted by Intergalactic

Brand new Rosewood Hills, although a great housing project, is still a housing project.

Rosewood Hills looks very nice and it isn't a housing project like you would typically think of one as - I think it would be worth taking a look.

[Intergalactic]

Originally Posted by waccamatt

Rosewood Hills looks very nice and it isn't a housing project like you would typically think of one as - I think it would be worth taking a look.

If they allow the (assumed) dog. They said pet-friendly.

[waccamatt]

Originally Posted by Intergalactic

If they allow the (assumed) dog. They said pet-friendly.

That always makes things more of a challenge, doesn't it?

[susancrosby]

Rosewood Hills is NOT a "housing project" . It is a multi-faceted urban community which has homes to purchase starting at around $200K, a few rental duplexes starting around $950 -1150 and a few townhomes for rent.
Millions have been spent to prepare and build this project . I may mention that it also "green built" and has many energy saving features.
Yes, pets are allowed.

[waccamatt]

I took some photos of Rosewood Hills yesterday and it is very nice.

[Columbiadata]

I've driven through and it is impressive. It has quality building materials, an abundance of sidewalks, and a very healthy supply of oaks and other trees. By the time the trees have a few growing seasons behind them the neighborhood will be prestigious.