Town Center at Lake Carolina is a pet-friendly apartment community at 20 Helton Drive in Columbia, SC, near Lake Carolina and miles of paved walking and nature trails. One, two, and three bedroom homes feature chef-inspired kitchens, granite countertops, and open layouts. Community amenities include a resort-style pool, fitness center, yoga studio, and on-site pet park. About 15 minutes from downtown Columbia via I-77.
Town Center at Lake Carolina is located at Helton Drive in northeast Columbia, South Carolina, within walking distance of Lake Carolina and the surrounding trail system with miles of paved walking and nature paths. The community is approximately 15 minutes from downtown Columbia via I-77, and close to the University of South Carolina, shopping along Two Notch Road, and Fort Jackson.
One, two, and three bedroom homes feature chef-inspired kitchens with granite countertops, energy-efficient appliances, generous closets, garbage disposals, dishwashers, and spacious open-concept floor plans. Community amenities include a resort-style pool, fitness center, yoga studio, and an on-site pet park. Town Center at Lake Carolina is pet-friendly and situated in the Richland School District 2 attendance zone. The community is a strong fit for commuters, families, and anyone seeking nature access in a suburban Columbia setting.
Apartment for rent
$1,859/moFees may apply
20 Helton Dr, # 3101, Columbia, SC 29229
3beds
1,508sqft
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Apartment
Available now
Cats, dogs OK
In unit laundry
Garage parking
Natural gas
What's special
Resort-style poolChef-inspired kitchensSpacious open-concept floor plansEnergy-efficient appliancesGarbage disposalsGenerous closetsGranite countertops
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: dryer, washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Storage
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,508 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage, On Site, Storage
- Has garage: Yes
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: Storage
- Pool features: Pool
Lot
- Features: Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s), Storage
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Gas, Internet
Building
Details
- Building name: Town Center at Lake Carolina
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Park, Pool
HOA
- Amenities included: Car Wash Area, Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Gas, Maintenance, Management, Meeting Room, Park, Pool, Storage, Trail(s)
Location
- Region: Columbia
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: Contact For Details
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
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| 7/23/2026 | Price change | $1,859-3.8%$1/sqft |
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| 7/8/2026 | Price change | $1,933-2.6%$1/sqft |
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| 6/19/2026 | Listed for rent | $1,985+5.1%$1/sqft |
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| 1/30/2025 | Listing removed | $1,888$1/sqft |
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| 1/14/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,888-2.2%$1/sqft |
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| 4/16/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/14/2024 | Listed for rent | $1,931-5.2%$1/sqft |
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| 4/5/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/4/2024 | Listed for rent | $2,037$1/sqft |
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| 3/23/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 2/9/2024 | Listed for rent | $2,037$1/sqft |
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| 1/31/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 1/9/2024 | Listed for rent | $2,037$1/sqft |
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| 12/19/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 11/7/2023 | Listed for rent | $2,037+11.9%$1/sqft |
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| 10/11/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/7/2022 | Price change | $1,820-1.6%$1/sqft |
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| 8/27/2022 | Price change | $1,849-11.3%$1/sqft |
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| 7/19/2022 | Price change | $2,085+2.7%$1/sqft |
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| 7/15/2022 | Listed for rent | $2,030+12.5%$1/sqft |
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| 5/12/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/11/2022 | Price change | $1,805-10.9%$1/sqft |
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| 5/7/2022 | Price change | $2,025+11%$1/sqft |
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| 5/1/2022 | Listed for rent | $1,825$1/sqft |
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Neighborhood: 29229
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Kelly Mill Middle SchoolGrades: 2-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 8/10Blythewood High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5 mi
- NALake Carolina Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-2Distance: 0.8 mi
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