Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about touring, leasing, fees, pets and life in Colonial Heights. Still have a question? Call or text Ella at (661) 441-3420.
About Columbia Rising
What is Columbia Rising?
Columbia Rising is a 29-home apartment community at 1300 Johnson Ave in the Colonial Heights neighborhood of Columbia, SC 29203. It offers 2- and 3-bedroom homes in two styles: updated classic apartments and newly built homes. The community is professionally managed by Clover Capital Group, LLC.
What floor plans are available?
Updated Classic: Longleaf (2 bed, 1 bath, 925 sqft), Loblolly (2 bed, 1.5 bath, 950 sqft) and the Monterey Townhome (2 bed, 1.5 bath, 1,050 sqft). New Build: Dogwood (2 bed + office, 1 bath, 925 sqft), Palmetto (3 bed, 1 bath, 925 sqft) and Magnolia (3 bed, 1 bath, 1,050 sqft).
What is the difference between the classic and new-build homes?
Updated Classic homes are renovated apartments in the original buildings and offer the most space for the price; select homes have granite counters, stainless appliances and wood-style flooring, and residents use the 24/7 keypad laundry room. New Build homes have in-unit washers and dryers, dishwashers, stainless appliances, keypad entry, ceiling fans, USB outlets, motion-sensor closet lights, soft-close cabinets and large private porches. All homes have central heat and air.
How many homes are at Columbia Rising?
29 apartment homes.
Location & Neighborhood
Where is Columbia Rising located?
1300 Johnson Ave, Columbia, SC 29203, in the Colonial Heights neighborhood just off North Main Street.
What is nearby?
Hyatt Park is about a 9-minute walk. By car, Prisma Health Richland Hospital is about 7 minutes, the BullStreet District and Segra Park about 8 minutes, the SC State House and downtown about 10 minutes, the University of South Carolina about 12 minutes and Columbia Metropolitan Airport about 20 minutes. Times are from Google Maps and vary with traffic.
Can I bike to BullStreet or downtown?
Yes. The BullStreet District and Segra Park are about a 13-minute bike ride, and downtown Main Street is about 22 minutes.
Touring & Leasing
How do I schedule a tour?
Submit our tour request form, or call or text Ella at (661) 441-3420. Ella will reach out for a copy of your ID and a few quick questions, then set up your tour: self-guided, live virtual, or in person at one of our open houses.
Is a tour required before I apply?
Yes. A tour is required before we can accept an application.
Do you offer virtual tours?
Yes. We can set up a live virtual tour, and we have walk-through videos of specific homes. Just ask our leasing team.
Do you hold open houses?
Yes. Call or text Ella at (661) 441-3420 for upcoming open house dates.
Do you have video tours?
Yes. Walk-through videos of an Updated Classic Longleaf, an Updated Classic Loblolly and a New Build Magnolia are on our homepage.
Does it cost anything to tour?
No. Tours are always free, whether self-guided, virtual or at an open house. We never charge for showings or take peer-to-peer payments, so please contact us only through this website or our official listings.
Are homes available now?
See current availability and pricing on our availability section, which updates automatically.
Do you have any specials?
Ask about our current specials and security deposit alternative.
Application & Screening
What are the qualifying criteria?
Household income should be at least 3 times the rent, and applicants should have no evictions in the past 3 years.
Do you accept housing vouchers (Section 8 / HCV)?
No, we do not currently accept housing vouchers.
How do I apply?
After your tour, apply online from any listing in our availability section.
Do you offer a security deposit alternative?
Yes. Ask our leasing team for details.
Rent & Fees
How much is rent?
Pricing varies by home and floor plan. See current pricing in our availability section.
Are there monthly fees in addition to rent?
Every home includes a $125/mo amenity package covering Wi-Fi, water, trash, pest control, landscaping and a technology fee, plus basic cable in select homes.
Pets
Is Columbia Rising pet-friendly?
Yes. Cats and small dogs are welcome in all homes, and larger dogs are welcome in ground-floor homes. There is a fenced dog park on site. Ask our leasing team about pet fees.
Are service and assistance animals permitted?
Yes. Service animals and assistance animals are accommodated in accordance with applicable law.
Utilities & Services
Which utilities am I responsible for?
Electric through Dominion Energy. Wi-Fi, water, trash, pest control and landscaping are covered by the amenity package.
Is internet included?
Yes. Wi-Fi is included with every home.
Laundry & Amenities
How does laundry work?
New Build homes have an in-unit washer and dryer. For Updated Classic homes, our on-site laundry room has 2 washers and 2 dryers with 24/7 keypad access.
What amenities does Columbia Rising include?
A fenced community with security cameras, a fenced dog park, a picnic and grill area, and a 24/7 keypad laundry room.
Do homes have dishwashers?
Yes, in the New Build homes.
Do homes have central heat and air?
Yes. Every home has central heat and air.
Residents & Maintenance
How do I submit a maintenance request?
Through the online resident portal.
What counts as a maintenance emergency?
Active flooding, sewage backup, total loss of essential services, fire, or any condition that presents an immediate risk to life, health, safety or property. For fire or any life-threatening emergency, call 911 first. After hours, submit an urgent work order through the resident portal.
How do I access the resident portal?
Visit the resident portal to pay rent and submit maintenance requests.
Contact
How do I contact Columbia Rising?
Call or text Ella at (661) 441-3420, email info@rentcolumbiarising.com, or visit 1300 Johnson Ave, Columbia, SC 29203.
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