
Neighborhood: 29206
- Family VibesWarm atmosphere with family-friendly amenities and safe, welcoming streets.Shopping SceneBustling retail hubs with boutiques, shops, and convenient everyday essentials.Green SpacesScenic trails and gardens with private, less-crowded natural escapes.Dining SceneFrom casual bites to fine dining, a haven for food lovers.
Anchored by Forest Acres and Arcadia Lakes, 29206 blends leafy, mid-century streets with lakeside pockets and newer townhomes. Expect a humid subtropical climate—hot, sunny summers and mild winters—ideal for morning jogs under tall pines or sunset loops near Forest Lake and the Gills Creek watershed. Daily life centers on Forest Drive and Trenholm Road, where you’ll find Trader Joe’s, Publix, and The Fresh Market at Trenholm Plaza, coffee at Starbucks and neighborhood cafés, fitness options like Orangetheory and yoga studios, and locally loved restaurants such as Tazza Kitchen and Tombo Grille, plus boutique shopping. The vibe is relaxed and community-minded with patios, casual meetups, and quick access to downtown Columbia and I-77. It’s notably pet- and family-friendly, with walkable residential streets, pocket green spaces, and nearby country club recreation. According to Zillow Rental Manager market trends, the past few months show a median rent hovering around the mid-$1,600s, with most listings ranging roughly from the low $1,200s to the mid-$2,000s depending on size and finish.
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Nearby schools in Columbia
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Brennen Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 7/10Crayton Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 7/10A. C. Flora High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
Frequently asked questions
Carolina Gardens at Kathwood has a walk score of 29, it's car-dependent.
Carolina Gardens at Kathwood has a transit score of 11, it has minimal transit.
The schools assigned to Carolina Gardens at Kathwood include Brennen Elementary School, Crayton Middle School, and A. C. Flora High School.
Carolina Gardens at Kathwood is in the 29206 neighborhood in Columbia, SC.
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