Cornell Arms

1230 Pendleton St, Columbia, SC 29201

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Apartment building

2 beds

Pet-friendly

Available units

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Unit , sortable column	Sqft, sortable column	Available, sortable column	Base rent, sorted ascending
Unit 03G 2 bd, 1 ba	820	Now	$1,300
Unit 05D 2 bd, 1 ba	820	Now	$1,300
Unit 05E 2 bd, 1 ba	820	Now	$1,300
Unit 06E 2 bd, 1 ba	820	Now	$1,300
Unit 08G 2 bd, 1 ba	820	Now	$1,300
Unit 11F 2 bd, 1 ba	820	Now	$1,300
Unit 15E 2 bd, 1 ba	820	Now	$1,300
Unit 15F 2 bd, 1 ba	820	Now	$1,300
Unit 15G 2 bd, 1 ba	820	Now	$1,300
Unit 16B 2 bd, 1 ba	820	Now	$1,300

What's special

Handsome red brick veneerSteel frame structure

Location! Location! Location! Within the shadow of the historic University of South Carolina Horseshoe and State Capital complex, stands Cornell Arms Apartments. When completed in 1949, Cornell Arms was the tallest building between Richmond and Miami. The 18 story building is a steel frame structure with a handsome red brick veneer designed by the regionally renowned Southeastern architecture firm Lyles, Bissett, Carlisle & Wolff (LBC&W) and is listed on the National Register of Historic Properties. Come and enjoy a casual stroll through the historic UofSC horseshoe or the state capital complex and be within walking distance to local theaters, the art museum, Koger Arts Center, State Library, Colonial Life Arena and many shops and restaurants. Office Hours Monday-Friday from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm

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Cornell Arms Apartments

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Office hours

Day	Open hours
Mon - Fri:	9 am - 6 pm
Sat - Sun:	Closed

Facts, features & policies

Policies

Lease terms

Less than 1 year

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Small dogsStatus: Allowed
CatsStatus: Allowed
Large dogs
Large dogs are not allowed

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Special Features

Dogs Up To 35 Lbs

Neighborhood: 29201

Areas of interest

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Getting around

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Very Walkable

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Good Transit

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Bikeable

Nearby schools in Columbia

A. C. Moore Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • 1.5 miles

7/10

GreatSchools^® Rating

Test Score Rating

6/10

Student Progress Rating

7/10

Hand Middle School

Grades 6-8 • 1.5 miles

6/10

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Test Score Rating

6/10

Student Progress Rating

5/10

Dreher High School

Grades 9-12 • 2.2 miles

7/10

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Test Score Rating

6/10

College Readiness Rating

8/10

Urban Energy
Downtown Columbia, the Vista and nearby historic neighborhoods create a lively city-center setting.
Green Spaces
Riverfront Park, the Three Rivers Greenway and Finlay Park provide outdoor space close to downtown.
Dining Scene
The Vista is known for its concentration of restaurants, cafés and nightlife.
Transit Access
Local bus service and a walkable street grid make it possible to get around without relying on a car for every trip.

ZIP code 29201 covers Granby Hill, the Vista, University Hill, Earlewood and Arsenal Hill, with an urban setting around downtown Columbia and the Congaree River. Columbia’s humid subtropical climate brings hot, humid summers and generally mild winters. Riverfront Park and the Three Rivers Greenway offer paths, open space and places to walk dogs; Finlay Park adds lawns and a playground. The Vista brings restaurants, coffee spots, galleries and nightlife, while downtown adds museums, historic buildings and shopping. The area’s street grid supports walking and biking, and local bus service connects parts of the city; driving is convenient via nearby highways. The rental market data for ZIP code 29201 reports a median rent of $2,050 per month and a typical range of $425 to $7,200, based on 178 active listings.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Cornell Arms located, and what is the neighborhood like?

Cornell Arms is located at 1230 Pendleton St, Columbia, SC. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Cool Beans Coffee Co., College Grounds Cafe, and Immaculate Consumption.

What is the average rent in Columbia, SC?

Based on the latest Zillow data, the median rent across all unit types in ZIP code 29201 in Columbia is currently $2,050 per month. Prices vary by neighborhood, floor plan, and building amenities.

What schools are assigned to Cornell Arms?

The schools assigned to Cornell Arms include A. C. Moore Elementary School, Hand Middle School, and Dreher High School.

What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near Cornell Arms?

Cornell Arms is located near 6 grocery stores, including Trinity Episcopal Cathedral (0.2 miles) and Soda City Market (0.5 miles). Additional shopping options, including University of South Carolina Bookstore, are approximately 0.3 miles away.

What hospitals and medical facilities are near Cornell Arms?

The closest hospitals and medical facilities to Cornell Arms include Thomson Student Health Center (0.3 miles away), Hutchinson Center for Aesthetic Medicine (0.6 miles away), and Prisma Health Internal Medicine - Taylor St. (0.6 miles away).