* 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
Deposit
$200
Administrative Fee
$300
Other
Dogs
Dog Fee
$350
Dog Rent
$15 / mo
Restrictions
None
Comments
| Restrictions: None
Cats
Cat Fee
$350
Cat Rent
$15 / mo
Restrictions
None
Comments
| Restrictions: None
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 walker's paradise, with retail shops and restaurants at your fingertips!
Bike Storage with Repair Center
Built in Shelving *
Chef-Inspired Kitchen
Double Vanity Sinks *
Exercise Studio with On-Demand Fitness
Full-Framed Full-Width Vanity Mirrors
Garage Parking
Large Walk In Closets
Linen Space *
LVT Flooring
Onsite Retail & Dining
Outdoor Firepits
Outdoor Grilling Stations & Al Fresco Dining
Outdoor TV, Pool Table & Porch Swings
Private Pool Courtyard
Raised Garden Beds for Resident Use
Resident Courtyard
Resident Library
Resident Lounge
Shaker-Style Cabinets
Stainless Steel Whirlpool Appliances
Stand Up Showers
Tile Backsplash
Tons of Natural Light
Under Cabinet Lighting
Washer/Dryer Included
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
Soundscore ™
Active75 / 100
Scores provided by
HowLoud
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 Forest Park Shopping Center, Cardinal Crossing, and Forest Village. Forest Park Shopping Center is 0 miles away, and Cardinal Crossing is within a 1 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 walker's 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 walker's paradise, with retail shops and restaurants at your fingertips!
The Cardinal Apartments is located in Columbia, SC in the 29206 zip code.
I love the amenities—parties, the pool table, the swimming pool, and the fitness room.
The location is great for working on Fort Jackson. There are so many stores close by, too, within walking distance.
I wish we could somehow meet more neighbors.
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Thank you for sharing your positive experience with us! We're glad to hear you enjoy our amenities and convenient location. We appreciate your suggestion about meeting more neighbors and will consider ways to enhance community connections....
Sincerely, The Cardinal Management Team
8/18/26
Verified Renter
We had a smooth move-in for this apartment and are loving the amenities! The staff are so friendly and attentive, and the apartment complex is overall clean.
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Property Manager at The Cardinal Apartments responded to this review
Thank you for sharing your positive experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that your move-in went smoothly and that you're enjoying the amenities. It's wonderful to know that our team has made a great impression. We appreciate your kind words and... look forward to continuing to provide a great living experience.
Sincerely, The Cardinal Management Team
8/15/26
Verified Renter
Brandi has been very professional. I needed an apartment quickly, which she was able to accommodate. My longer-term needs were for a larger unit, which she was able to address
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Property Manager at The Cardinal Apartments responded to this review
Thank you for sharing your positive experience. It's wonderful to hear that Brandi was able to assist with both your immediate and longer-term needs. We appreciate your kind words and are here to help with anything else you may need.
Sincerely, ... The Cardinal Management Team
8/12/26
Verified Renter
Front desk people and manager are very helpful in resolving issues related to the apartment. We just moved in here to SC and there are good places to eat in walkable distance. Grocery stores like Lowes and Trader Joes are also in walking distances. Overall a very good neighborhood.
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Thank you for sharing your positive experience with us. We're glad to hear that our team has been helpful and that you're enjoying the neighborhood and its convenient amenities. We hope you continue to feel at home here.
Sincerely, The Cardinal... Management Team
7/17/26
Verified Renter
Nice staff, great amenities, large rooms. The cardinal offers luxury apartments at a reasonable price in a great area. Everything you need is all around you
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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 spaciousness of our rooms. It's wonderful to know that our location and offerings meet your needs.
