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Samara East

8100 Bayfield Road, Columbia, SC 29223
(55 Reviews)
$899 - $1,199/mo
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Floor Plans & Pricing

Studio

Studio

Studio, 1 Bath | 515 sq. ft.

$899

1 Available Unit

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1 Bedroom

1 Bed 1 Bath

1 Bed, 1 Bath | 780 sq. ft.

$999

1 Available Unit

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2 Bedrooms

2 Bed 2 Bath

2 Beds, 2 Baths | 918 sq. ft.

$1,099

1 Available Unit

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3 Bedrooms

3 Bed 2 Bath

3 Beds, 2 Baths | 1,031 sq. ft.

$1,199

1 Available Unit

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The epIQ Index gives you an accurate and authentic understanding of what life at a community is like prior to signing a lease, using a familiar letter grade & report card format.

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Community epIQ Grade

B-
B-

Renter Ratings

B-

Review Ratings

Noise

5.0

Grounds

3.0

Safety

3.0

Office Staff

1.0

Maintenance

3.0

Neighborhood

3.0

Survey Ratings

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Review Count

C-

Number of reviews in the past 365 days

2

Manager’s Review Engagement

A+

Percentage of reviews responded to

100.00%

Manager’s Review Reply Time

C-

Average time to respond to reviews

48 days

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Samara East Reviews

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anonymous

prospectiveVisited 2023

12/12/2023

I recently applied for an apartment at Samara and was promptly denied despite meeting the income requirements. The rent is $1099, and my monthly income is $3800#. When I contested the decision, I was told it was sent to higher management for review, raising questions… See More >
    Manager

    2/27/2024

    Samara East
    Please accept our sincere apologies for any inconvenience or distress you've experienced. We take your feedback seriously and will investigate the matter thoroughly. Our goal is to create a safe and comfortable living environment for all residents, and we're committed to addressing any issues promptly. Please email us at management@dasmenresidential.com with better contact information so that we can speak with you directly to help resolve any outstanding issues. Thank you for your feedback.
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    anonymous

    Resident 2022

    9/9/2023

    Slums

    Do not move here !!!! I have a case building against them I’m about to shut the whole thing down !! Sept 2023 and they still haven’t gave me my funds back oh it gets deep I have ALL EMAILS RECEIPTS AND EVIDENCE… See More >
    Manager

    9/28/2023

    Samara East
    Hello, We take issues like yours very seriously and would like to see what’s going on. Please e-mail us at management@dasmenresidential.com with better contact information, so we may be in touch with you directly.
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    anonymous

    Resident 2020 - 2022

    8/9/2022

    Respect your self enough to live better

    Worse place to move to in Columbia. Maintenance calls go without repaired for weeks or months. Management staff is uncomfortable with residents making complaints. No kne addresses your concerns in a timely manner. People are living with rat, roaches, flooded spats from running water from… See More >
      Manager

      8/16/2022

      Samara East
      Hi, Good news! We are now under new management! DASMEN Residential would like to thank you for being a valued resident within our community, and we hope to improve your living experience.
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      lonniemaye

      Resident 2019

      5/19/2020

      i didn't take heed to those previous reviews of to NOT MOVE THERE the staff is ------ bad negative attitudes and display that towards you knowing you are going to end up pissed with them at some point behind their bull crap. These people has… See More >
        Manager

        6/15/2022

        Samara East
        Thank you for your review. We appreciate constructive reviews such as yours so we may improve in the future now that the property is under DASMEN Residential management.
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        anonymous

        Resident 2016 - 2020

        2/25/2020

        Office personnel are very unprofessional and if you have complains they have attitude, They have NO preventative maintenance plan for the units in place. I should know I did construction in the Navy for 20 yrs. Example not once since I have moved in have… See More >
          Manager

          6/14/2022

          Samara East
          Hi, Good news! We are now under new management! DASMEN Residential would like to thank you for being a valued resident within our community, and we hope to improve your living experience.
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          anonymous

          Resident 2018 - 2020

          2/8/2020

          Honestly the (only) issue I have with Park lane apts is the roaches is totally a problem they spray but they need to hire a professional service to patch these holes where they are going from apt to apt. These roaches are EVERYWHERE!!!!!!! listen to… See More >
            Manager

            6/15/2022

            Samara East
            We appreciate you as a resident! Let us know if you need anything.
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            anonymous

            Resident 2019

            2/10/2019

            I would not recommend this community because of many reasons beginning with the staff who is unprofessional, rude and disrespectful, at least some of them. You will experience this once the lease is signed. The apartments are not properly kept, little to no maintenance is… See More >
              Manager

              6/15/2022

              Samara East
              Thank you for your review. We appreciate constructive reviews such as yours so we may improve in the future now that the property is under DASMEN Residential management.
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              anonymous

              Resident 2017 - 2018

              9/5/2018

              I wouldn't recommend parklane apartments to anyone because this place go thru so many different office staff and YES the all do have ATTITUDES problems!!!!!!! My apartment have so many roaches until it made me sick on my stomach and the whole entire staff is… See More >
                Manager

                6/15/2022

                Samara East
                Thank you for your review. We appreciate constructive reviews such as yours so we may improve in the future now that the property is under DASMEN Residential management.
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                anonymous

                Resident 2018

                7/18/2018

                The review regarding not believeing a rude office staff or lazy maintanence has to be one of the office staff right that review. I full heartedly agree with other reviews regarding a rude office staff and maintanence requests not being turned in nor completed. The… See More >
                  Manager

                  6/15/2022

                  Samara East
                  Thank you for your review. We appreciate constructive reviews such as yours so we may improve in the future now that the property is under DASMEN Residential management.
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                  anonymous

                  Resident 2016 - 2017

                  7/4/2017

                  I've lived in parklane for 13 months. The staff in the office act as if they are so loving and caring until you've signed that lease and paid your money. Once I moved in I had soooooo many issues with my water heater it's crazy!… See More >
                    Manager

                    6/15/2022

                    Samara East
                    Thank you for your review. We appreciate constructive reviews such as yours so we may improve in the future now that the property is under DASMEN Residential management.
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                    anonymous

                    prospectiveVisited 2017

                    3/16/2017

                    Well I'm moving in in April, the office girl Mary is the best. As far as crime I feel safe there are several police officers residing at Park Lane. I don't believe most of the complaints here. Bed bugs bats roaches crime lazy maintanence rude… See More >
                      Manager

                      6/13/2022

                      Samara East
                      Thank you so much for this review! If there is ever anything we can do to make you love your home even more, please let us know!
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                      anonymous

                      Resident 2016

                      12/16/2016

                      Some people in the front office is rude as f***. They need to make better choices in who they employ to work with people. Maintenance are the sweetest people ever but they take to long to come. The apartment has water bugs and spiders,… See More >
                        Manager

                        6/15/2022

                        Samara East
                        Hi, Good news! We are now under new management! DASMEN Residential would like to thank you for being a valued resident within our community, and we hope to improve your living experience.
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                        Rasheda1984

                        Resident 2014 - 2016

                        7/28/2016

                        Parklane was the best place that I have ever lived other than living with my Mom and sister. The staff is professional and kind. When something needs fixing, they are on it. Ms. Annie Sumpter ( property manager ), Ms.Sheena Smith ( leasing… See More >
                          Manager

                          6/15/2022

                          Samara East
                          We appreciate you as a resident! Let us know if you need anything.
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                          Tyhf

                          prospectiveVisited 2008

                          5/6/2016

                          They should be ashamed! Letting bats invest tenants homes!! It's all over the news! Terrible management.… See More >
                            Manager

                            6/15/2022

                            Samara East
                            Hi, Good news! We are now under new management! DASMEN Residential would like to thank you for being a valued resident within our community, and we hope to improve your living experience.
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                            John Ludd

                            Resident 2015 - 2016

                            3/27/2016

                            Bed bugs.. Please please don't move here we are going to loose everything because of there bed bug infestation!!!!… See More >
                              Manager

                              6/15/2022

                              Samara East
                              Hi, Good news! We are now under new management! DASMEN Residential would like to thank you for being a valued resident within our community, and we hope to improve your living experience.
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                              ELLIS44

                              Resident 2015 - 2016

                              2/10/2016

                              I WILL NOT RECOMMENED PARKLANE APARTMENTS TO MY WORST ENEMY. THEY DONT LIKE TO FIX NOTHING. PROPERTY MANAGER ANNE LAZY AND RUDE. WONT FIX NOTHING NO MATTER HOW MANY TIMES YOU CALL AND COMPLAIN..

                                Manager

                                6/15/2022

                                Samara East
                                Hi, Good news! We are now under new management! DASMEN Residential would like to thank you for being a valued resident within our community, and we hope to improve your living experience.
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                                kgrooms

                                Resident 2015

                                12/14/2015

                                I have been a resident of Parklane Apartments for almost 2 years and I appreciate that the management staff is always available to assist me with what ever concerns or maintenance issues I have had. Also the fact that my unit is spacious and… See More >
                                  Manager

                                  6/15/2022

                                  Samara East
                                  Good news! We are now under new management! DASMEN Residential would like to thank you for being a valued resident within our community, and we hope to improve your living experience.
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                                  babygirl30

                                  Resident 2010 - 2015

                                  11/21/2015

                                  I have been a tenant at Parklane Apts for 5 years & they have switched office staff and property managers over 10 times. The community is not bad. The schools are nice & it's conveniently located to the interstate. If u want to live with… See More >
                                    Manager

                                    6/15/2022

                                    Samara East
                                    Hi, Good news! We are now under new management! DASMEN Residential would like to thank you for being a valued resident within our community, and we hope to improve your living experience.
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                                    anonymous

                                    Resident 2014 - 2015

                                    11/5/2015

                                    have lived in Parklane Apartments for almost a year. Everyone in the office is very nice and helpful. I haven't had any problems with management when I ask to get stuff fixed. Once it took two days to get something fixed, but… See More >
                                      Manager

                                      6/15/2022

                                      Samara East
                                      Thank you so much for taking the time to review our community! We are very pleased to hear that you have had a great experience here. As always, please let us know if there’s anything we can do to assist you.
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                                      lmtrapp1975@gmail.com

                                      Resident 2009 - 2015

                                      9/24/2015

                                      I moved into Parklane Apartments in 2009, when I first made this property my home it had a great staff, the maintenance staff was absolutely great, and the other tenants had a lot of respect for the other tenants. Now today, 2015 this community is… See More >
                                        Manager

                                        6/15/2022

                                        Samara East
                                        Hi, Good news! We are now under new management! DASMEN Residential would like to thank you for being a valued resident within our community, and we hope to improve your living experience.
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                                        anonymous

                                        Resident 2013 - 2015

                                        4/13/2015

                                        This is not a place you would want your family to be or just yourself. I'm unhappy with the community and service that Parklane provides. They are inconsiderate of your concerns and they do not fix broken things such as the oven or air conditioner… See More >
                                          Manager

                                          6/15/2022

                                          Samara East
                                          Hi, Good news! We are now under new management! DASMEN Residential would like to thank you for being a valued resident within our community, and we hope to improve your living experience.
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                                          DeeS4u

                                          Resident 2012 - 2014

                                          12/27/2014

                                          By far the worst place that I have ever lived! (Not over exaggerating) Bats live inside the building. My ceiling was leaking for months causing mold and water damage to the apartment. They can't keep a manager there it's so terrible. I recently moved at… See More >
                                            Manager

                                            6/15/2022

                                            Samara East
                                            Hi, Good news! We are now under new management! DASMEN Residential would like to thank you for being a valued resident within our community, and we hope to improve your living experience.
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                                            PLEWIS3

                                            Resident 2014

                                            11/5/2014

                                            First of all I would like to say Parklane is the worst Appartment Complex I have ever lived in. Roaches on top of roaches. I have a squirrel in my ceiling and they told me it's not consider as a safety hazard and it's not… See More >
                                              Manager

                                              6/15/2022

                                              Samara East
                                              Hi, Good news! We are now under new management! DASMEN Residential would like to thank you for being a valued resident within our community, and we hope to improve your living experience.
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                                              ensj90@yahoo.com

                                              Resident 2012 - 2014

                                              8/12/2014

                                              I made it clear I did not want to live where Section 8 was accepted. There are a lot of disrespectful children who stay out past midnight, there are parties that carry on into the morning, and overall it is ------.There is always someone new… See More >
                                                Manager

                                                6/15/2022

                                                Samara East
                                                Hi, Good news! We are now under new management! DASMEN Residential would like to thank you for being a valued resident within our community, and we hope to improve your living experience.
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                                                anonymous

                                                Resident 2013 - 2014

                                                4/12/2014

                                                the manager never upholds what she states to you with any grievance you may have. the lease i found out by my lawyer is unconstitutional. they charge fees and interest and refuse to disclose what they are until your in court. be warned they… See More >
                                                  Manager

                                                  6/15/2022

                                                  Samara East
                                                  Hi, Good news! We are now under new management! DASMEN Residential would like to thank you for being a valued resident within our community, and we hope to improve your living experience.

                                                  Features & Amenities

                                                  Laundry
                                                  • In-Unit Washer/Dryer
                                                  • Laundry On-Site
                                                  • Washer/Dryer Connections
                                                  Parking
                                                  • Free Parking
                                                  • Guest Parking
                                                  • Parking
                                                  • Visitor Parking
                                                  Pets
                                                  • Dogs Allowed
                                                    Fee: $300. Rent: $25. Restrictions: $300 for 1 $450 for 2 weight and breed restrictions apply. Pet Limit: 2
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                                                  • Cats Allowed
                                                    Fee: $300. Rent: $25. Restrictions: $300 for 1 $450 for 2 weight and breed restrictions apply. Pet Limit: 2
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                                                  Other
                                                  • Clubhouse
                                                  • On-Site Maintenance
                                                  • On-Site Management
                                                  • Playground
                                                  • Pool
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                                                  Leasing

                                                  Reside in a centrally located apartment near the I-77, rendering the state of South Carolina at your beck and call. Samara is bedecked with a compliment of great amenities, with the best gift of all beautiful, serene surroundings with the city of Colombia nearby. Its perfect location grants both an outdoor and urban lifestyle with countless opportunities to grow one s horizons.
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                                                  Office Hours

                                                  • Sunday: Closed
                                                  • Monday - Friday: 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
                                                  • Saturday: Closed
                                                  This community is managed by

                                                  Dasmen Residential

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                                                  Questions & Answers (1)

                                                  Anonymous
                                                  Asked on: 03/19/2018
                                                  Q: Can you hear your neighbors?

                                                  Frequently Asked

                                                  Based on 55 number of votes by renters, Samara East is currently rated 2.6 out of 5 stars.
                                                  Samara East is rated 3/5 stars in our renters grounds survey, which is considered below average. The grounds are starting to look neglected and require attention.
                                                  Samara East is rated 3/5 stars in our renters maintenance survey, which is considered below average. The maintenance team is often slow to respond and does not always fully resolve issues.
                                                  Samara East is rated 5/5 stars in our renters noise survey, which is considered excellent. The noise level is consistently low and does not cause any disturbances.
                                                  Samara East is rated 3/5 stars in our renters safety survey, which is considered below average. The complex has significant safety concerns that need immediate attention.
                                                  Samara East is rated 3/5 stars in our renters neighborhood survey, which is considered below average. The complex is located in a neighborhood with significant safety or desirability concerns, with few access to local attractions and services.
                                                  Samara East is rated 1/5 stars in our renters staff survey, which is considered poor. The staff is unresponsive and unhelpful, making it difficult to live in the complex.
                                                  Managers have responded to 100% of their community reviews in the past year.
                                                  Managers have replied within 48 days to their community reviews in the past year.
                                                  Dasmen Residential
                                                  Dogs Allowed
                                                  Fee: $300
                                                  Rent: $25
                                                  Restrictions: $300 for 1 $450 for 2 weight and breed restrictions apply
                                                  Pet Limit: 2
                                                  Cats Allowed
                                                  Fee: $300
                                                  Rent: $25
                                                  Restrictions: $300 for 1 $450 for 2 weight and breed restrictions apply
                                                  Pet Limit: 2
                                                  1 Bed, 1 Bath
                                                  2 Beds, 2 Baths
                                                  3 Beds, 2 Baths
                                                  Studio, 1 Bath
                                                  Join the Samara East family today! Look and Lease Special! Move in by March 29th to receive a $10 App fee, $100 Admin fee, PLUS 1 month FREE!  Also, receive 15,000 Dasmen Reward Points! Ready to start building your credit for FREE? We report our resident on time payments to credit bureaus to help increase their credit score!

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                                                  Samara East is a 515 - 1,031 sq. ft. apartment in Columbia in zip code 29223. This community has a 1 - 3 Beds, 1 - 2 Baths, and is for rent for $899 - $1,199. Nearby cities include Cayce, West Columbia, Blythewood, Irmo, and Lexington.

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