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Skilled Nursing in Columbia, SC

24-hour licensed nursing care and rehabilitation — the highest level of medical care outside a hospital. Federally inspected and rated.

Typical cost in Columbia
$8,500–$10,480/mo
median $9,240/mo
Communities listed
27

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Skilled Nursing communities in Columbia, ranked

Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community in West Columbia
1

West Columbia, SC · 22 beds

5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Very limited availability

One of West Columbia's top-rated skilled nursing communities.

Est. $8,500$10,480/mo
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NHC Healthcare - Parklane in Columbia
2

Columbia, SC · 106 beds

5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingVery limited availability

One of Columbia's top-rated skilled nursing communities.

Est. $8,500$10,480/mo
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Wildewood Downs in Columbia
3

Columbia, SC · 32 beds

5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Moderate availability

One of Columbia's top-rated skilled nursing communities.

Est. $8,500$10,480/mo
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Presbyterian Home of South Carolina-Columbia in Lexington
4

Lexington, SC · 22 beds

4.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Fills quickly

A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Lexington.

Est. $8,500$10,480/mo
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Rice Estate Rehabilitation and Healthcare in Columbia
5

Columbia, SC · 80 beds

4.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Very limited availability

A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Columbia.

Est. $8,500$10,480/mo
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Kershaw Health Karesh Long Term Care in Camden
6

Camden, SC · 132 beds

4.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingFills quickly

A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Camden.

Est. $8,500$10,480/mo
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White Oak Manor - Columbia in Columbia
7

Columbia, SC · 120 beds

4.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingFills quickly

A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Columbia.

Est. $8,500$10,480/mo
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Retreat at Wellmore of Lexington in Lexington
8

Lexington, SC · 60 beds

4.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Moderate availability

A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Lexington.

Est. $8,500$10,480/mo
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Pruitthealth- Blythewood in Columbia
9

Columbia, SC · 120 beds

4.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingVery limited availability

A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Columbia.

Est. $8,500$10,480/mo
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NHC Healthcare - Lexington in West Columbia
10

West Columbia, SC · 170 beds

3.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingFills quickly

A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in West Columbia.

Est. $8,500$10,480/mo
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L.m.c.- Extended Care in Lexington
11

Lexington, SC · 352 beds

3.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability

A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Lexington.

Est. $8,500$10,480/mo
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Opus Post Acute Rehabilitation in West Columbia
12

West Columbia, SC · 98 beds

3.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability

A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in West Columbia.

Est. $8,500$10,480/mo
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Skilled Nursing
13

Columbia, SC · 308 beds

2.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingUsually has openings

A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Columbia.

Est. $8,500$10,480/mo
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Saluda Nursing Center in Saluda
14

Saluda, SC · 176 beds

2.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingFills quickly

A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Saluda.

Est. $8,500$10,480/mo
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Pruitthealth- Ridgeway in Ridgeway
15

Ridgeway, SC · 150 beds

2.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingFills quickly

A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Ridgeway.

Est. $8,500$10,480/mo
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Life Care Center of Columbia in Columbia
16

Columbia, SC · 179 beds

2.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingUsually has openings

A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Columbia.

Est. $8,500$10,480/mo
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The Heritage at Lowman Rehab and Healthcare in White Rock
17

White Rock, SC · 176 beds

1.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Moderate availability

A low federal rating — review the details closely.

Est. $8,500$10,480/mo
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Midlands Health & Rehabilitation Center in Columbia
18

Columbia, SC · 88 beds

2.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingVery limited availability

A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Columbia.

Est. $8,500$10,480/mo
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Pruitthealth- Columbia in Columbia
19

Columbia, SC · 144 beds

1.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingVery limited availability

A low federal rating — review the details closely.

Est. $8,500$10,480/mo
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Millennium Post Acute Rehabilitation in West Columbia
20

West Columbia, SC · 132 beds

1.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingFills quickly

A low federal rating — review the details closely.

Est. $8,500$10,480/mo
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Forest Acres Post Acute in Columbia
21

Columbia, SC · 132 beds

1.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingFills quickly

A low federal rating — review the details closely.

Est. $8,500$10,480/mo
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St Andrews Operator, LLC in Columbia
22

Columbia, SC · 108 beds

1.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability

A low federal rating — review the details closely.

Est. $8,500$10,480/mo
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Sedgewood Manor Health Care Center in Hopkins
24

Hopkins, SC · 38 beds

1.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability

A low federal rating — review the details closely.

Est. $8,500$10,480/mo
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Springdale Healthcare Center in Camden
25

Camden, SC · 148 beds

1.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingFills quickly

A low federal rating — review the details closely.

Est. $8,500$10,480/mo
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Calhoun Convalescent Center in Saint Matthews
26

Saint Matthews, SC · 120 beds

1.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingFills quickly

A low federal rating — review the details closely.

Est. $8,500$10,480/mo
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Ridgeway Manor Healthcare Center in Ridgeway
27

Ridgeway, SC · 112 beds

1.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability

A low federal rating — review the details closely.

Est. $8,500$10,480/mo
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Skilled Nursing in Columbia: common questions

How much does skilled nursing cost in Columbia?

Skilled Nursing in the Columbia, SC area typically costs $8,500–$10,480 per month, with a local median of about $9,240 (published survey medians adjusted for Columbia prices). Exact rates vary by community, residence type, and care needs.

What are the best skilled nursing communities in Columbia?

Ranked by objective federal data (star ratings, staffing, inspections), the top-rated skilled nursing communities in Columbia right now are Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community, NHC Healthcare - Parklane, Wildewood Downs. The full ranked list — 27 communities — is on this page, with each community's inspection record and pricing.

How do I choose skilled nursing in Columbia?

Compare objective data first (ratings, staffing, inspection history — all free on Haven), confirm all-in monthly pricing, then tour your top 2–3. A free Haven advisor who knows the Columbia market can confirm current availability and pricing.