* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.
* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.
* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.
* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.
* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
One-Time Basics
Due at Application
Application Fee Per Applicant
$75
Due at Move-In
Administrative Fee
$300
Other
Dogs
Dog Fee
$350
Dog Rent
$15 / mo
Cats
Cat Fee
$350
Cat Rent
$15 / mo
Property Fee Disclaimer Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
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Property Highlights
An enviable Forest Acres address, near the heart of Columbia. Our handcrafted development with chic aesthetics, exceptional quality of life, and convenience to the best shopping and dining make us Forest Acres most sought after address!Step inside of your new home and enjoy beautiful shaker-style cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, ceiling fans, full-framed, full-width vanity mirrors and tons of natural light. Living here transcends beyond your front door! Enjoy a sparkling saltwater pool with outdoor courtyard, a fitness center complete with Fitness on Demand, expansive clubroom with hospitality bar & lounge, electric car charging stations, pet spa and pet park, and controlled access bike storage and bike repair essentials. This address is a walkers paradise, with retail shops and restaurants at your fingertips!
Private Pool Courtyard
Stand Up Showers
Resident Courtyard
Tons of Natural Light
Bike Storage with Repair Center
Chef-Inspired Kitchen
Garage Parking
Large Walk In Closets
Outdoor TV, Pool Table & Porch Swings
Raised Garden Beds for Resident Use
Built in Shelving *
Exercise Studio with On-Demand Fitness
Outdoor Firepits
Outdoor Grilling Stations & Al Fresco Dining
Double Vanity Sinks *
Onsite Retail & Dining
Resident Library
Resident Lounge
Under Cabinet Lighting
Washer/Dryer Included
Full-Framed Full-Width Vanity Mirrors
Linen Space *
LVT Flooring
Shaker-Style Cabinets
Stainless Steel Whirlpool Appliances
Tile Backsplash
Apartment Features
Air Conditioning
Balcony
Ceiling Fans
Dishwasher
Double Vanities
Framed Mirrors
Freezer
Granite Countertops
Heating
Kitchen
Linen Closet
Microwave
Oven
Pantry
Porch
Range
Refrigerator
Stainless Steel Appliances
Tub/Shower
Vinyl Flooring
Walk-In Closets
Washer/Dryer
Community Features
Bicycle Storage
Clubhouse
Courtyard
Elevator
Fitness Center
Gameroom
Lounge
On-Site Retail
Online Services
Pet Care
Pet Washing Station
Pool
Property Manager on Site
Public Transportation
Area Scores
Walkability
Fairly walkable50 / 100
Transit
Limited public transit30 / 100
Driveability
Exceptionally drivable90 / 100
Bikeability
Somewhat bikeable30 / 100
Scores provided by
Transit
Commuter Rail
Columbia Amtrak Station
12 min Drive
Airport
Columbia Metro
31 min Drive
Moving to Northeast Arcadia Lakes, Columbia, SC
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate The Cardinal Apartments proximity to Cardinal Crossing, Forest Village, and Forest Park Shopping Center. Cardinal Crossing is 0.1 miles away, and Forest Village is within a 3 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 30, The Cardinal Apartments has limited public transit, including 2 transit stops within 30.5 miles. Transit options include Columbia Amtrak Station and Camden Amtrak Station.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near The Cardinal Apartments are plentiful. Discover 2 parks within 4.5 miles, including McKissick Museum and Melton Memorial Observatory.
Airports
Living in Northeast Arcadia Lakes provides easy access to Columbia Metro, located just 31 minutes from The Cardinal Apartments.
Property Details
An enviable Forest Acres address, near the heart of Columbia. Our handcrafted development with chic aesthetics, exceptional quality of life, and convenience to the best shopping and dining make us Forest Acres most sought after address!Step inside of... your new home and enjoy beautiful shaker-style cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, ceiling fans, full-framed, full-width vanity mirrors and tons of natural light. Living here transcends beyond your front door! Enjoy a sparkling saltwater pool with outdoor courtyard, a fitness center complete with Fitness on Demand, expansive clubroom with hospitality bar & lounge, electric car charging stations, pet spa and pet park, and controlled access bike storage and bike repair essentials. This address is a walkers paradise, with retail shops and restaurants at your fingertips!
An enviable Forest Acres address, near the heart of Columbia. Our handcrafted development with chic aesthetics, exceptional quality of life, and convenience to the best shopping and dining make us Forest Acres most sought after address!Step inside of your new home and enjoy beautiful shaker-style cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, ceiling fans, full-framed, full-width vanity mirrors and tons of natural light. Living here transcends beyond your front door! Enjoy a sparkling saltwater pool with outdoor courtyard, a fitness center complete with Fitness on Demand, expansive clubroom with hospitality bar & lounge, electric car charging stations, pet spa and pet park, and controlled access bike storage and bike repair essentials. This address is a walkers paradise, with retail shops and restaurants at your fingertips!
The Cardinal Apartments is located in Columbia, SC in the 29206 zip code.
The move-in process was informative and questions/concerns were answered. The loading dock in/out system was easy to navigate. Thank you, new residents.
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Thank you for sharing your positive experience with our move-in process. We're glad to hear that everything went smoothly and that our system was easy to navigate. We appreciate your feedback and welcome you to our community!
Sincerely, The... Cardinal Management Team
3/11/26
Verified Renter
The apartment is amazing. The amenities are great and well kept. The plaza has everything you would need right and walking distance. Would recommend to anyone who is looking to live in the area.
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Thank you for sharing your positive experience with us. We're happy to hear that you enjoy the amenities and the convenience of our location. Your recommendation means a lot to us!
Sincerely, The Cardinal Management Team
3/8/26
Verified Renter
I believe more could be done to keep our home tidy and be more attentive to things like repairing or replacing the fridge in the large, lower level lounge. The stairwells, which many of us use, are embarrassingly unkempt.
On a positive note, the staff are pleasant and responsive and the location, superb. Access from Forest Drive is a pain in the access but little can be done about that.
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Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us. We appreciate your suggestions regarding the upkeep of our common areas and will take them into consideration as we strive to enhance our community. It's great to hear that you find our team pleasant and... enjoy the location. Your feedback is invaluable in helping us improve.
Sincerely, The Cardinal Management Team
2/16/26
Verified Renter
Jasmine, and the team was extremely accommodating, and move in was simple and easy. Highly recommend working with the team here to get moved in. Maintenance has been very quick, and professional. My only two gripes are the insulation could be higher to keep loud noise coming from next door neighbors, and the floor cleanliness could have been double checked before I moved in. Simple nonissues, but still recommend so far!
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Thank you for sharing your positive experience with us. We're glad to hear that our team made your move-in process smooth and that maintenance has been efficient. We appreciate your feedback regarding the insulation and floor cleanliness, and we'll... take it into consideration for future improvements. Your recommendation means a lot to us!
Sincerely, The Cardinal Management Team
2/3/26
Verified Renter
Nice friendly staff and residents. Great to have a gym on site. Many stores nearby including a grocery store next door. Walmart and other stores less than a couple of miles away. Nice apartment complex.
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Thank you for sharing your positive experience with us! It's wonderful to hear that you enjoy the friendly atmosphere and convenient amenities. We appreciate having you as part of our community.
