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Wildewood South

$1,175 – $1,199/mo

  • 2–3 bedrooms
  • 2 baths
  • 883–1,023 sq ft
  • 2 units available
  • Pet friendly
127 Sparkleberry Ln, Columbia, SC, 29229

As of October 13, 2026, Wildewood South in Columbia, SC has 2 apartments for rent from $1,175 to $1,199/mo. Two-bedrooms start at $1,175 and three-bedrooms at $1,199. The average asking rent has fallen 8.3% since April 10, 2026, from $1,294 to $1,187.

Floor plans

2 floor plans · 2 available units · Prices checked October 13, 2026

2 Bedroom 2 Bath

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 883 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,175/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
2 Bedroom 2 Bath$1,175883—

3 Bedroom 2 Bath

3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,023 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,199/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
3 Bedroom 2 Bath$1,1991,023—

See all 9 units listed at Wildewood South, including ones no longer available.


Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at Wildewood South has ranged from $1,187 to $1,294. The current average is $1,187, the lowest in the past year.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (168 days observed).
MonthAverage asking rentLowest – highestUnits listed
Oct 2026$1,194$1,175 – $1,2252
Sep 2026$1,221$1,175 – $1,2792
Aug 2026$1,239$1,175 – $1,2792
Jul 2026$1,232$1,175 – $1,2792
Jun 2026$1,206$1,175 – $1,2792
May 2026$1,226$1,175 – $1,2792
Apr 2026$1,253$1,165 – $1,3195

Cost to rent here

The all-in monthly cost by apartment size, and how the rent compares across the Columbia area.

Lowest-priced apartment: 2 Bedroom 2 Bath at $1,175

$1,509/mo

$334/mo above the advertised rent

  • Rent

    $1,175

  • Electric, gas, water

    est.

    $213

  • Internet

    est.

    $73

  • Renters insurance

    est.

    $16

  • Laundry

    est.
    No in-unit washer/dryer listed

    $32

  • All-in monthly

    $1,509

By apartment size

SizeRent fromAll-in monthlyIncome to qualify
2 bedrooms$1,175$1,509$42,300/yr
3 bedrooms$1,199$1,623$43,164/yr

Landlords commonly look for a monthly income of three times the rent, about $42,300 a year for the $1,175 two-bedroom. The median renter household in Columbia earns $36,500 a year.

Compared with the Columbia area

The one two-bedroom listed at Wildewood South asks $1,175 a month, about the same as the Columbia area's typical two-bedroom asking rent of $1,165. Typical asking rents across the area are down 0.3% from a year earlier.

SizeMedian asking rent hereColumbia-area asking rentColumbia rent paid
2 bedrooms$1,175$1,165$1,205
3 bedrooms$1,199—$1,367
Area asking rent: typical rent asked for a new lease across the Columbia, SC metro, Apartment List Rent Estimates, August 2026.Rent paid: median rent including utilities across all renter households in Columbia, U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey, 2020–2024.
Rows marked “est.” are averages for this area scaled to the apartment, not quotes from the property. The income figure is a common screening rule, not this property’s requirement.

Amenities

  • Bbq/Picnic Area

  • Community Playground

  • Expansive Sundeck

  • Fitness Center

  • Flex Rent Payments

  • Monthly Resident Events

  • No Breed Restrictions

  • On-Site Maintenance

  • On-Site Management

  • Outdoor Lounge

  • Pet Friendly Community

  • Preferred Employer Program

  • Resident Clubhouse

  • Resort Style Pool


Location

127 Sparkleberry Ln, Columbia, SC, 29229


Resident reviews

3.7 · 200+ reviews
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management3.9
Maintenance3.3
Building Quality1.8
Location4.0
Amenities and Shared Spaces1.9

Wildewood South has a divided resident experience marked by strong staff performance and responsive maintenance under recent management, but persistent pest control issues have significantly impacted satisfaction. Positive reviews consistently praise friendly, professional staff and timely maintenance responses, while negative reviews center on recurring roach infestations despite frequent pest control treatments. The property offers reasonable pricing, convenient location near schools, and family-friendly amenities, though some residents report concerns about HVAC efficiency, amenity maintenance, and parking availability.

Management responsiveness and staff professionalism vary significantly across review periods, with recent reviews reflecting substantial improvements under current management. Positive feedback centers on friendly, helpful office and leasing staff who resolve issues promptly, while negative reviews cite communication delays, unresolved maintenance requests, and inconsistent service delivery. Recurring concerns include staffing turnover, maintenance response times, and billing for services not provided, though recent management changes appear to have addressed some operational issues.

Maintenance experiences at this property are highly polarized. Positive reviews consistently praise quick response times, thorough repairs, and staff follow-through, with several residents noting issues resolved on the same day or after years of waiting. Negative reviews frequently cite long delays (weeks to months), incomplete repairs, unresponsive staff, and recurring issues with HVAC systems, plumbing, and pest control that remain unaddressed despite multiple work orders.

Residents report persistent pest control issues, with roach infestations cited across multiple reviews despite claimed monthly pest control service. HVAC systems are frequently cited as inadequate or malfunctioning, with poor air flow and difficulty maintaining comfortable temperatures. Maintenance responsiveness is inconsistent, with delayed repairs and incomplete follow-up on work orders. One positive review notes recent improvements under new management, including more effective pest treatment protocols.

The property benefits from a convenient location with nearby schools, stores, and restaurants within a short radius, appealing to families and commuters. Most residents praise the quiet, family-friendly neighborhood and accessible amenities. However, some residents report parking challenges during peak hours and concerns about enforcement of parking policies, which can impact the overall convenience factor.

Residents report significant concerns with amenity maintenance and availability, including prolonged pool closures, frequently non-functional gym equipment, and broken grills. Common-area upkeep issues include persistent trash overflow, inadequate maintenance response times, and inconsistent service delivery. Package acceptance and parking enforcement are reported as inconsistent, and amenity fees are charged despite limited access to functional facilities.

Summaries are written by AI from reviews residents posted on public review sites such as Google and ApartmentRatings. Each topic shows how many of those reviews discuss it.

Getting around

Car-Dependent

Not Bikeable


About this property

  • Building

    Apartment
  • Total units

    152

Nearby schools

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Spring Valley Presbyterian Pre-School

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.1 mi

Spring Valley High School

Public · High
PublicHigh0.2 mi

Little Angels Dc-Columbia

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.3 mi

Step By Step Child Development Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.3 mi

Chesterbrook Academy Columbia

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary1.6 mi

North Springs Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary2.1 mi

Summit Parkway Middle School

Public · Middle
PublicMiddle2.2 mi

Sunshine House 43 Day Care

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool2.5 mi

La Petite Academy

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool2.7 mi

Lake Murray Montessori School

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary3.1 mi

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