Whether you're house hunting or not, it can occasionally be fun to look at an upmarket listing to see what kind of residences wealthier people can afford. So what exactly does the high-end of Columbia's rental market look like today — and what amenities, room count and square footage might someone score for these astronomical prices?
We scanned local listings in Columbia via rental site Zumper to locate the city's most ritzy listings.
Here are the city's select listings, below. (Note: prices and availability are subject to change.)
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6030 Helmsman Way
Right off the bat, behold this townhouse over at 6030 Helmsman Way. It has three bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms, and it's 1,960 square feet in size. Whereas the average price for a three-bedroom rental in Columbia is about $2,015/month, this pad is currently listed at $2,900/month. What makes it so steep?
In the townhouse, you can anticipate air conditioning, a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting, a fireplace, high ceilings, a walk-in closet, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, a deck and garage parking. Inhabiting this high-end home isn't for everyone: pets aren't allowed.
Per Walk Score ratings, this location isn't very walkable.
(Check out the complete listing here.)
6004 Drum Taps Court, #A3-44
Then, there's this townhouse over at 6004 Drum Taps Court, #A3-44. It has three bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms. This living space is currently priced at $2,800/month.
The unit features air conditioning, a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting, a fireplace, in-unit laundry, a dishwasher, granite countertops, recessed lighting, high ceilings, a walk-in closet and a kitchen island. There's also a deck and garage parking. Dwelling in this top-of-the-line rental isn't for everyone: pets aren't welcome.
According to Walk Score, the area around this address is car-dependent.
(If you want to daydream, see the complete listing here.)
5900 Great Star Drive, #202
Finally, there's this condo located at 5900 Great Star Drive, #202. It has three bedrooms and two bathrooms, and it's 1,900 square feet in size. This spot is also listed at $2,800/month. Why so expensive?
In the condo, look for air conditioning, hardwood flooring, ceiling fans, wooden cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, a breakfast bar and garage parking. Both cats and dogs are welcome in this house pending the owner's approval.
According to Walk Score, the area around this address is car-dependent.
(Take a look at the complete listing here.)
