1520 Senate

Senate Plaza is a midcentury high-rise condominium complex constructed in 1965 and configured as a multi-story residential tower serving downtown Columbia. The building contains one- and two-bedroom unit types with typical in-unit features such as ceiling fans and basic smoke detection; many listings note a range of interior conditions from fully renovated to in-need-of-repair. Exterior elements emphasize covered porches and managed landscaping with exterior sprinkler and lighting systems. Common areas are substantial and oriented toward urban communal living: a staffed 24-hour front desk/concierge, fitness center with sauna, swimming pool and landscaped pool deck with grilling and firepit amenities, meeting/social spaces, and laundry facilities. The condominium association covers a broad array of services in its fees, including utilities and maintenance items such as water, sewer, cable/internet, building upkeep, pest control, trash removal, and exterior grounds. Parking is provided via reserved garage spaces and there is private security on-site. Located directly across from the USC School of Law and within walking distance of the campus, Main Street, the Vista, and Five Points, the building sits in the center of Columbia’s downtown activity with easy access to restaurants, markets and entertainment. The property functions as both owner-occupied residences and investor rental opportunities given proximity to the university and downtown employment centers.