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  • $2,795/mo

    1501 Fairview Dr, Columbia, SC 29205

    3beds
    1,700sqft
    Price may not include required fees and charges.
    Single family residence
    Available now
    No pets
    -- A/C
    In unit laundry
    On street parking
    Forced air
    Contact manager for more details about this home.

    What's special

    Fenced yardBrick bungalowSizeable front porchPicket fenceNewly refinished hardwood floorsSmall gardenDedicated bathroom
    1501 Fairview is a two-story rental unit with three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a living room with built in bookshelves, an eat-in kitchen, and a computer alcove/office, totaling almost 1800 square feet. There are newly refinished hardwood floors in the living room, the two downstairs bedrooms, and the alcove. The 525-square-foot second level could be a large third bedroom, a sitting/media room, or a quiet office getaway. This second story has distinctive heart pine flooring and a dedicated bathroom. The unit is freshly painted throughout. 1501 Fairview is the larger of the two units in this brick bungalow built as a dual-family residence in the 1930s. It is located in Melrose Heights, one of Columbia's most historic and desirable neighborhoods. 1501 Fairview sits directly across the street from Melrose Park. The duplex has plenty of 1930s charm with its high-pitched roof, interior detailing, hardwood floors, and landscaped setting. It is set back from the street, nestled in a small garden surrounded by a picket fence. 1501 Fairview has a sizeable front porch, recessed behind a prominent set of brick arches. A large back yard is fenced for privacy and presents a wonderful opportunity for an interested gardener. The neighborhood is protected as an Architectural Conservation District by the City of Columbia. Melrose Heights is conveniently accessible to the Devine Street shopping area, downtown, the USC campus, Fort Jackson, Trader Joe's, Trenholm Plaza, and Whole Foods and the Cross Hill shopping center. Unit includes hardwood floors, portable dishwasher, fenced yard, and washer/dryer. This is a non-smoking property. Located in the highly desirable Melrose Heights neighborhood minutes away from downtown Columbia, USC, and Fort Jackson. Pets are not allowed. Qualifications: $85/adult application processing charge. Clean credit / No collections Current proof of income Combined gross income equal to at least 3 times the rental amount Clean criminal background 3 years of clean and verifiable rental history No prior eviction filings or late rent payments Housing vouchers not accepted This property is professionally managed by Hubbard Bowers Columbia's Leader In Property Management Central A/C
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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Heating
    • Forced Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dryer, Range Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
    • Laundry: In Unit
    Features
    • Range/Oven
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,700 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: On Street
    • Details: Contact manager
    Features
    • Exterior features: Heating system: ForcedAir, No cats, Range/Oven
    • Fencing: Fenced Yard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence

    Community & HOA

    Location
    • Region: Columbia

    Financial & listing details

    • Lease term: Contact For Details

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    5/21/2025Listed for rent$2,795+59.7%$2/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals
    6/20/2023Listing removed--
    Source: Zillow Rentals
    5/11/2023Listed for rent$1,750$1/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals
    6/6/2022Listing removed--
    Source: Zillow Rental Network Premium
    6/3/2022Listed for rent$1,750$1/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rental Network Premium

    Neighborhood: Melrose Heights