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Colonial Gardens

3565 Sunset Boulevard, West Columbia, SC

Memory CareAssisted Living

★ 4.545 reviewsRead reviews

About the community

About Colonial Gardens

Situated near the flowing rivers of Columbia, Colonial Gardens offers a beautiful environment for retirement. The community’s exterior boasts warm colors and a modern design, offering residents an attractive welcome — a place where residents are surrounded by nature and entertainment. Within minutes, residents can also visit the nearby Riverbanks Zoo, Botanical Gardens, and Waterfall Junction. Colonial Gardens…

Published floor plans

Studio

Memory Care · 0 bedroom

Published starting price

$6,635/month

Care fees not included

Checked August 14, 2026
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Semi-Private

Memory Care

Published starting price

$5,510/month

Care fees not included

Checked August 14, 2026
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Price history by floor plan

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Semi-Private$5,510 observed · tracking future changes
$5,510Aug 14, 2026

One source-published starting price observed so far. No price change has been observed yet.

Family and resident feedback

4.5 out of 5 from 45 reviews

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★★★★★

Positive

The environment is friendly and homey, and the staff are clearly dedicated to understanding their patients.

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5.0 / 5
Friendliness
5.0 / 5
Value for Cost
5.0 / 5
Staff
5.0 / 5
Morgan JOctober 18, 2026Published source

★★★★★

Positive

Caring environment

Upon moving in was greeted by staff. Everyone is friendly and they engage the residents. Plenty for my Mom to do. All residents look well tended to. No one is just sitting wasting away. Activities are spread out through the day. Staff generally responsive to all needs.

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5.0 / 5
Friendliness
5.0 / 5
Value for Cost
5.0 / 5
Care Services
4.0 / 5
Activities
4.0 / 5
Staff
4.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
4.0 / 5
A SSeptember 9, 2026Published source

★★★★★

Critical

The smell was so horrendous that it was an automatic no. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable. The price was the same as other places.

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Cleanliness
1.0 / 5
Friendliness
4.0 / 5
Value for Cost
1.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
AmandaJuly 14, 2026Published source

★★★★★

Positive

Friendly knowledgeable staff. Took their time with us and addressed all concerns in detail. We did not feel rushed to make any decisions.

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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
TeresaMay 19, 2026Published source

★★★★★

Positive

Colonial Gardens is one of the better facilities in the Columbia area. The place is always clean and the staff is always very helpful and accommodating. The young man, [Name Removed] who does activities with the residents is one of the best I have seen. He shows genuine compassion and interest in the residents and seems to love his role.

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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
Chris MApril 17, 2026Published source

★★★★★

Positive

Colonial Gardens experience

What we like the most about the community is the mall homey feeling. Great staff communication. We would absolutely recommend this community to other families based on the experience so far.

AnonymousOctober 7, 2025Published source

Verified overview

What we know from public sources

Care options
Assisted Living, Memory Care
Public price status
Published starting price available
Last source check
October 21, 2026

Source-published features

Amenities and services

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Meals & dining

  • No Sugar
  • Pureed Meals
  • Special Dining Programs
  • Meals Provided
  • Guest Meals
  • Low / No Sodium
  • Professional Chef

Health & wellness

  • Non-Ambulatory Care
  • High Acuity Care
  • Medication Management
  • Staffing & Ancillary Services
  • Incontinence Care
  • Diabetic Care
  • Memory Care

Services & convenience

  • Transportation at Cost
  • Complimentary Transportation
  • Laundry Service / Drycleaning
  • Housekeeping
  • Beautician
  • English

Activities & engagement

  • Live Dance or Theater Performances
  • Gardening Club
  • Montessori Programs
  • Art Classes
  • Pet-focused Programs
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Yoga / Chair Yoga
  • Cooking Classes
  • Birthday Parties
  • Protestant Services
  • Holiday Parties
  • Choir / Singing Club
  • Sensory-based Programs
  • Trivia Games
  • Activities Off-site
  • Activities On-site
  • Light Therapy Programs
  • Walking Club
  • Devotional Activities On-Site
  • Visiting Chaplain or Priest

Outdoor spaces

  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Barber Shop
  • TV Lounge
  • Central Fireplace
  • Outside Patio
  • Meeting Room
  • Beauty Salon
  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • Piano or Organ
  • Jacuzzi
  • Raised Garden Beds
  • Golf Course or Putting Green
  • Arts and Crafts Center

Apartment & room features

  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
  • Garden View
  • Air Conditioned
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Ground Floor Units
  • Bath Tubs
  • Respite or Short Term Stays Offered
  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers

Official oversight

Inspection and quality records

Inspection coverage has not yet been completed for this community. “Not covered” is not the same as “no violations found.”

Coverage last checked October 21, 2026.

Questions to confirm with the community

Additional care fees
Not publicly disclosed
Move-in fee
Not publicly disclosed
Exact unit availability
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