Columbia 1480 — 2026–2027 Decision Review
Columbia 1480 is a student housing property located at Washington, DC 20009, USA, in the wider College Park area. It serves students attending University of Maryland, College Park, among others. The address places you in the city — roughly a short commute to campus — which is a key factor in deciding whether this residence fits your daily routine.
This review draws on verified resident feedback, pricing data, and property features to help you decide if Columbia 1480 is a suitable option for your 2026–2027 academic year.
Who This Residence Suits — and Who It Does Not
Suits you if:
- You prefer a fully furnished unit with free Wi-Fi and laundry facilities. These inclusions reduce upfront move-in costs.
- You want a short minimum lease term. The property requires a minimum of 3 months, which gives flexibility for exchange students or those with a single semester.
- You value proximity to city amenities. The Washington, DC location means nearby shops, restaurants, metro access, and other student-life essentials.
- You are comfortable in a shared living arrangement. Available unit types are 2-bedroom, 4-bedroom, and 6-bedroom, plus apartment-style units. This makes it ideal if you are open to flatmates.
Does not suit you if:
- You need housing within walking distance of University of Maryland campus. Columbia 1480 is in DC proper, not College Park. You will need to factor in commuting time and cost.
- You prefer a private studio or one-bedroom. The property does not offer those unit types.
- You require immediate availability. The tag “not_available” indicates the property may not be ready for move-in without checking with the operator.
- You want an extensive on-site social calendar. No data suggests the building runs events or community programs.
What Residents Actually Say
Columbia 1480 has one verified review on Amber, with a rating of 5.0 out of 5. The reviewer, a verified resident, wrote:
“the area around was useful for student life”
This is a short but pointed piece of feedback. It confirms what the property’s location promises: the surrounding neighbourhood supports day-to-day student needs. That could mean groceries, cafés, study spots, or public transport stops.
Given there is only one review, you should treat this as indicative rather than a general consensus. A single 5-star rating suggests the reviewer had a positive experience but cannot show patterns — good or bad — in management responsiveness, maintenance speed, or noise levels.
To form a fuller picture, we recommend cross-checking with other review platforms or speaking directly to current tenants if you can reach them.
Price Positioning vs the City’s From-Price
Columbia 1480 has a monthly price range of $1,085 – $1,385 per month, depending on the room type and lease terms.
College Park’s city-wide “from price” for student housing — the lowest-priced property listed on the platform — is $123 per month. That figure is exceptionally low and likely reflects a different type of accommodation (for example, a dormitory-style bed in a multi-bedroom unit). It is not a direct comparator for Columbia 1480.
Here is how Columbia 1480 positions itself:
- Above the city floor: The $1,085 starting rate is roughly 8–9 times the city’s cheapest listing. This places Columbia 1480 in the mid-to-upper tier of College Park-area housing.
- All-inclusive features justify the premium: The price includes furnishings, Wi-Fi, and laundry — costs that are often separate in budget housing.
- DC location premium: Rents in Washington, DC, are typically higher than in College Park itself. The property’s DC address drives the price upward.
All prices are indicative — confirm with the operator before signing any agreement.
Room-Type Guidance
Available unit types:
- 2-bedroom: Suitable for two flatmates who want a smaller, quieter home. Likely to be the most expensive per person on a per-bed basis, given less shared cost.
- 4-bedroom: A common student setup. Balances privacy with social living. Could be cheaper per person than the 2-bed option.
- 6-bedroom: The largest shared unit. Tends to be the most affordable per person, but also the noisiest. Best for students who enjoy high-occupancy living.
- Apartment: Generic label — likely referring to a self-contained unit. Could be a studio variant or a 1-bedroom apartment, but the data does not specify. Check with the operator.
Our recommendation: If you value a balance of cost and privacy, go for a 4-bed. If budget is your priority, the 6-bed is the better bet. If you want maximum quiet, the 2-bed will suit you — but expect higher rent.
Booking Timing
Columbia 1480 currently shows as “not_available”. That does not necessarily mean no rooms exist for 2026–2027 — it could indicate that the property is not yet accepting bookings for that period or that specific rooms are sold out.
Key timing considerations:
- Minimum lease: 3 months. This makes it accessible for January-term starts, exchange semesters, or summer sessions.
- No available_from date: The property has not provided a confirmed move-in date. You will need to contact the operator directly to learn about inventory for Autumn 2026 or Spring 2027.
- Start early: For September 2026 occupancy, we suggest reaching out by early 2026. The Washington, DC market tends to tighten as the academic year approaches.
Given the limited review data and no confirmed vacancy, treat Columbia 1480 as a property to monitor rather than a sure bet — unless you get a confirmation from the operator first.
Frequently Asked Questions
H3: Does Columbia 1480 include utilities in the rent?
The property does not explicitly disclose whether utilities like electricity, water, or gas are included. However, it does list “free Wi-Fi” and “laundry facility” as tags. You are advised to confirm the utility policy with the operator — including any caps or shared billing — before you sign a lease.
H3: Is Columbia 1480 close to public transport?
The address places the property in Washington, DC 20009. This area generally has access to Metro stations and bus routes. Specific walking distance to a station is not provided by the data. For a commute to the University of Maryland, College Park, you would likely need to combine Metrorail (e.g., the Green Line) with the university shuttle or a bus. Check the exact distance to the nearest station via maps after you get the exact street address from the operator.
H3: Can I book Columbia 1480 for a spring-only stay in 2027?
Yes — the minimum lease is only 3 months. If the property has availability for the spring semester, you can book for a short term. However, because the property currently shows as “not_available”, you should contact the operator and ask specifically for Spring 2027 openings. Do not assume availability without written confirmation.
Sources & data date: All pricing, unit-type, review, and tag data derived from Amberstudent’s inventory (ID amber-1362169) as of July 2026. City from-price and property count for College Park are from the same platform.
For live availability and to confirm room options for 2026–2027, we invite you to use the on-site assistant on the property page to check inventory and ask direct questions to the operator.
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