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The Ames — Community Life in Summerville, South Carolina

3800 Zephyr Road, Summerville, SC, 29486

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Community Score
69
out of 100

What it's like to live at The Ames

The Ames is an apartment community in Summerville, South Carolina, with a Community Score of 69 out of 100. Residents in this building actively connect through events, interest groups, and neighbor conversations tracked on the Cobu platform. Community activity data is based on real, anonymized resident participation.

  • 86% of residents actively participate in the community
  • 7 community events held in the last 90 days
  • 12 active resident interest groups

Community Activity

Based on verified resident participation inside the building.

Participation
86%
of Cobu users engage regularly
Events
7
events in the past 90 days
Groups
12
resident interest groups

What Residents Are Talking About

Live community activity verified by Cobu

Events and Gatherings

41 people attending

Casino Night

SAT, FEB 21, 2026, 6:00 PM

The stakes are high at our 2nd Annual Casino Night! Try your luck at blackjack, roulette, bingo and poker as you compete for exciting prizes and an unforgettable night of Vegas-style fun. Vegas attire is highly encouraged (think red, sequins, fur, and glam), but everyone is welcome to join the fun! Please express interest - it helps us plan better! Plus, you’ll get reminders.

81 people attending

Cupid's Cafe

SAT, FEB 14, 2026, 9:00 AM

Start your Valentine’s Day with a little extra love at our very own Cupid’s Café! Join us for a cozy coffee shop–style pop-up featuring Chesed Coffee Cart serving free drinks, along with complimentary delicious local baked goods made to share (or keep all to yourself). It’s the perfect way to sip, snack, and soak in the Valentine’s spirit while treating yourself to a sweet morning pick-me-up! Please express interest - it helps us plan better! Plus, you’ll get reminders.

71 people attending

Wellness Fair

SAT, JAN 31, 2026, 10:00 AM

Kick off the new year at our Wellness Fair, focused on feeling refreshed and recharged. Enjoy a mobile sauna all day, cooling face treatments from Clean Your Dirty Face, vitamin drips and red-light therapy from YouthLab, and free juice tastings & vitality shots from Jo’s Juicery. Stop by, relax, and start the year feeling your best! Please express interest - it helps us plan better! Plus, you’ll get reminders.

48 people attending

Trivia Night

SAT, JAN 17, 2026, 6:00 PM

Join us for an exciting trivia night! Enjoy a baked potato bar and dirty soda bar, then team up with your neighbors and compete for fun trivia prizes! Please express interest - it helps us plan better! Plus, you’ll get reminders.

12 people attending

JMAC’s Food Truck

THU, JAN 8, 2026, 5:00 PM

Back by popular demand! Enjoy cheesesteaks, burgers and more from our local friends at JMAC’s food truck!

70 people attending

Holiday Celebration

TUE, DEC 16, 2025, 6:00 PM

Enjoy an evening filled with festive charm as live carolers from the Charleston Caroling Company perform beloved holiday classics. Treat yourself at the hot chocolate bar and create your own keepsake at the DIY ornament-making station! Please express interest - it helps us plan better! Plus, you’ll get reminders.

21 people attending

Wrap and Bowl Factory Food Truck

WED, DEC 10, 2025, 5:30 PM

Experience the bold flavors of Indo-Mediterranean fusion with our friends at Wrap & Bowl Factory food truck! Please express interest - it helps us plan better! Plus, you’ll get reminders.

81 people attending

Holiday Market

SAT, DEC 6, 2025, 11:00 AM

Join us for our 2nd Annual Holiday Market with our neighbors, The Radler! Enjoy a festive day filled with music from a live DJ, fun photo opportunities, delicious food trucks, and 15+ market vendors at each community. Plus, the first 50 Ames residents will receive a ticket for a free drink from the Barista Bear Coffee Truck! (Meet your Apartment Life team, Josh and Olivia, at the truck the day-of to get your ticket) 🎟️ It’s the perfect chance to check off your holiday shopping list while soaking in a one-of-a-kind seasonal experience. You won’t want to miss it! Please express interest - it helps us plan better! Plus, you’ll get reminders.

13 people attending

Jo's Juicery Pop-Up

THU, NOV 20, 2025, 9:00 AM

Jo’s Juicery is popping up at The Ames twice this month - Wednesday, November 5th and Thursday, November 20th from 9 AM to 12 PM! Stop by to sip on local, fresh-pressed juices and immune-boosting shots to keep your body healthy and energized for the holiday season. Refresh and recharge with Jo’s Juicery! Please express interest - it helps us plan better! Plus, you’ll get reminders.

76 people attending

Wreath Workshop & Soup Bar

FRI, NOV 14, 2025, 6:00 PM

Join us for a cozy evening of creativity at our DIY Holiday Wreath Making Workshop & Soup Bar! We’ll provide all the supplies you need to create a beautiful Fall or Holiday door wreath, accompanied by a delicious catered soup bar to enjoy a warm, seasonal meal together. Please express interest - it helps us plan better! Plus, you’ll get reminders.

Community Conversations

R
Resident

Best place to take your fur babies (dog)! My boy is due for his yearly shots in March.

T
Resident

I love Lowcounty Vet In North Charleston. Good prices. https://share.google/UW2mnyGNUF3KO8NWc

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K
Resident

Haven't been yet but I got a quote from Sweetspire Vet for a dental cleaning and they were 1/3 of the price of another vet I was quoted for. (1900 vs 350)

R
Resident

Question for you TESLA owners where in this area are y’all taking your cars for tire rotations? Due to batteries they have to be lifted correctly any suggestions? Thanks

R
Resident

Hey does anyone have a tennis 🎾 ball they’re willing to give away

K
Resident

I have a tennis ball you can have!

R
Resident

Is the food truck good tonight?

K
Resident

Just took my first bite. Tastes pretty good to me.

R
Resident

Good afternoon everyone. Does anyone know if SAMS will deliver here? I am getting message address is not deliverable.

J
Resident

Sams club directly won’t but if you place a delivery order through Instacart for Sams Instacart will deliver over here 

1 reactions
R
Resident

Hey there! I’m new to Ames and excited to meet new people while exploring everything the area has to offer 😊

❤️😂👍 10 reactions
B
Resident

Hey! welcome :)

1 reactions
J
Resident

Welcome!

1 reactions
K
Resident

Welcome to Ames

1 reactions

Groups in the Community

Work (from) Homeies

39 members

Residents that work from home or have a more open schedule during work hours

EV DRIVERS for folks driving Electric Vehicles

8 members

This is a group to share tips, fun info on our cars and safety, charging information.

Marketplace

314 members

This group is a convenient destination for residents to discover, buy and sell items in your building. Post items or inquire about items in the discussions.

Board Gamers

35 members

An excuse to play your boardgames with other residents and try out other residents’ games.

Tasting Club

61 members

A hint of nutmeg..." Welcome to the tasting group! In this group, we explore the world through our sense of taste: wine, beer, whiskey, cocktails - you name it! You can expect us to get together often to share our favorite things to taste or go out to a restaurant or bar for a more formal tasting of something special. What to bring? This will vary by gathering, but always be sure to bring your taste buds! Be sure to check the gathering's description for details and whether you should bring your own favorite beverage to share with the group. If in doubt, start a discussion thread. Have an idea for the next tasting adventure? Schedule a gathering!

Gamer Girls

14 members

Girls who play video games

Small Business Owners

6 members

A growth-focused community for small business owners committed to learning, evolving, and building sustainable success. We focus on mindset, strategy, accountability, and real-life business support.

The Ames

313 members

What's one thing we all have in common? We all live at The Ames! Use this group for general resident discussions, see upcoming events, and post your gatherings outside of current existing groups.

Pickleball

101 members

Let's Play!

Running

8 members

Running Group - Before or After Work

Leafy Nook

21 members

Plant Friends

Gym Goers

97 members

Group for people needing gym partners for encouragement, and support. Make the gym area less awkward.

Marketplace Activity

R
Resident

Hi is anyone interested in the exercise items for $30

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S
Resident

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