5/14/26
Verified Renter
It's a very good community, quite close to the USC stadium and not located in a noisy or too busy area. Maintenance response time is also very convenient
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1051 Southern Dr, Columbia, SC 29201
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Room for Rent
This listing offers a private bedroom within a shared property. You may share common spaces like the kitchen, living room, and possibly bathrooms with other renters or the property owner.
| Monthly Rent | Bedrooms | Bathrooms | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $609 - $1,229 | 1 - 4 Beds | 1 - 4 | 1 - 4.5 Baths | 1 - 4.5 | 500 - 2,000 sq. ft. |
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Walkability
Somewhat walkable20 / 100
Driveability
Exceptionally drivable100 / 100
Bikeability
Not bikeable10 / 100


Recreational activities near Roost, The are plentiful. Discover 4 parks within 5 miles, including Melton Memorial Observatory, McKissick Museum, and South Carolina State Museum.
Living in Arthurtown provides easy access to Columbia Metro, located just 24 minutes from Roost, The.
South Kilbourne Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Public
Hand Middle School
Grades 6-8
Public
Dreher High School
Grades 9-12
Public
Richland One Charter Middle College
Grades 9-12
Public
Palmetto Baptist Academy
Grades K-12
Private
Heathwood Hall Episcopal School
Grades PK-12
Private
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School
Commute Time (Distance)
University of South Carolina
Drive: 8 min (3.9 mi)
Allen University
Drive: 12 min (5.8 mi)
Benedict College
Drive: 13 min (6 mi)
Midlands Technical College
Drive: 16 min (10.1 mi)
Nestled near USC, The Roost offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and community for students seeking a home away from home. With spacious floor plans, modern amenities, and a vibrant environment, The Roost is where student living truly... takes flight. Whether you're relaxing in your private bedroom, enjoying the bonus bath in select apartments, or soaking in the energy of game day a few miles from Williams-Brice Stadium, The Roost is the ultimate spot to land. Elevate your student experiences, schedule a tour today and discover your new nest.
Nestled near USC, The Roost offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and community for students seeking a home away from home. With spacious floor plans, modern amenities, and a vibrant environment, The Roost is where student living truly takes flight. Whether you're relaxing in your private bedroom, enjoying the bonus bath in select apartments, or soaking in the energy of game day a few miles from Williams-Brice Stadium, The Roost is the ultimate spot to land. Elevate your student experiences, schedule a tour today and discover your new nest.
Roost, The is an apartment community that may offer shared living in Columbia, SC


For Roost, The
4.2
120 Ratings & Reviews
5/14/26
It's a very good community, quite close to the USC stadium and not located in a noisy or too busy area. Maintenance response time is also very convenient
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5/8/26
We are so happy to be part of the Roost family and we are going to enjoy our new place through you all we are looking forward to living there
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5/4/26
our washing machine was broken for three weeks, maintenance came three separate times before finally fixing it. we sent multiple emails and called everyday, we either got no answer or the same response "maintenance has other work orders that take priority." the first time they came they flipped the breaker and left, we went to use it the same day and it was still broken...shocker. the second time they came they took it apart some and told us they'd order a new one. a week went by before they... came to replace it. when they did, they didn't turn the water on properly so water leaked from the back of the washer. they came back after a day to fix it and was very rude. while our washer was broken, they gave us keys to a "vacant" unit but when we got there it was clear someone was living there. they never gave us keys to another unit after that. we also never received our rent credit for the following month on time despite multiple calls and in-person conversations.
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4/28/26
Keeps raising the rent over time. Maintenance doesn’t really help or fix nothing. A lot of things were broken as I moved in. This place just really sucks
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Property Manager at Roost, The responded to this review
Hi! We're sorry you're having a negative experience as customer service is important to us. We would like to hear your concerns and assist you. Since being under new management, it is our goal to ensure our resident's experiences are nothing short of... outstanding. Please give our office a call or come visit us in person and we will be more than happy to discuss this with you! Have a great day!
4/23/26
Honestly, living at The Roost has been frustrating from the jump. The management is slow to respond, and when they do, it feels like nothing actually gets fixed. Maintenance requests take way too long, and you end up having to follow up multiple times just to get basic issues handled.
The place looks decent at first, but once you’ve been here a bit, you start noticing the lack of upkeep. For the price, it’s definitely not worth it. Parking can be a headache, and the overall environment just... isn’t as comfortable or well-managed as they make it seem when you first tour.
If you’re thinking about moving here, I’d seriously consider other options before committing. It’s just not the quality you’d expect for what you’re paying.
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Property Manager at Roost, The responded to this review
Hi! First and foremost, we would like to express our sincere appreciation to you for taking time to share your experience here at The Roost. It is always unfortunate and disappointing when our residents do not receive the level of customer service... they deserve. We would love the opportunity to re-establish your confidence with the staff as we want everyone to love where they live. Please feel free to reach out directly as we are always looking for ways to improve your community living experience.
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