1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Columbia, SC (316 Rentals)

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Local Expert's Top 8: Affordable Columbia, SC Neighborhoods for Quality Living

Moving to Columbia, SC? Explore 8 affordable neighborhoods to rent that are known for strong schools, convenient shopping, and easy access to local natural highlights like Lake Murray.

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The One at Columbia
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$1,595 - $1,796
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$1,495 - $2,150
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$126
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$1,621 - $2,276
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The One at Columbia

4415 Percival RdColumbia, SC 29229
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Bennet at BullStreet
$1,819 - $2,391
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$1,571 - $2,927
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$110
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$1,681 - $3,037
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Bennet at BullStreet

2180 Pickens StColumbia, SC 29201
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Vista Commons Apartments
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$1,515 - $1,690
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$1,515 - $2,715
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$1,565 - $2,765
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Vista Commons Apartments

1100 Pulaski StColumbia, SC 29201
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Burnside Farms
$869 - $1,614
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$869 - $2,499
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$15
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$884 - $2,514
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Burnside Farms

1120 Corner Wind LnColumbia, SC 29209
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Columbia, SC Local Guide

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Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: March 10, 2026

There are currently 3695 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Columbia, SC that range in price from $620 to $2,579. Northeast Arcadia Lakes, West Central and Laurel Hill are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Columbia with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Northeast Arcadia Lakes143$1,375$787
West Central110$1,478$863
Laurel Hill99$1,327$752
St Andrews99$1,025$824
Elmwood Park90$1,482$752
Far North Columbia90$975$752
Earlewood83$1,333$752
Robert Mills Historic78$1,550$752
Skyland Estates78$1,296$752
Historic Waverly76$1,530$752

Largest Available Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Columbia, SC is found at Main Street Living in the Waverly neighborhood and is 1,050 square feet priced from $1,415. Tapp's Building in the Eva P. Trezevant neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,050 square feet and currently listed start at $1,415. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Columbia:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Main Street LivingTapps: 1 Bedroom1,050 Sq Ft$1,415
Tapp's BuildingTapps: 1 Bedroom1,050 Sq Ft$1,415
Berry BuildingTapps: 1 Bedroom1,050 Sq Ft$1,415
Sola StationL1-TH1,033 Sq Ft$1,922
4 WestB1H991 Sq Ft$2,025
Woodland Village Apartments960 Sq Ft$900
Aria Lake Carolina1 Bedroom 1 Bath946 Sq Ft$869
Canalside LoftsHarden940 Sq Ft$1,586
Kress BuildingKress: 1 Bedroom940 Sq Ft$1,585
Dira East Apartments1BR 1BTH850 Sq Ft$899

Cheapest Available Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of March 10, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Columbia, SC is the 1C - 1 Bedroom Model starting from $798 at Towers at Forest Acres in the East Columbia neighborhood. The second most affordable Columbia 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom - 1Bathroom - Waitlist Only Model at Pine Tree Apartments starting at $805 in the Lincolnshire neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Columbia is currently $1,327. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Columbia:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Towers at Forest Acres1C - 1 Bedroom$798
Pine Tree Apartments1 Bedroom - 1Bathroom - Waitlist Only$805
Grove at St. AndrewsA1$824
Autumn Ridge1 Bed 1 BathAutumn Ridge$835
3430 East Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath$849
Retreat at St. AndrewsA1$849
Park SC1 bed 1 bath A2$855
The Waterford Apartment HomesOne Bedroom- 500 sqft$860
Stoneridge Senior Village1 Bdroom$863
The Fairways1 Bed, 1 Bath A (50% Income Restricted)$869

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Columbia Overview

Columbia, South Carolina is a city filled with vibrant culture, enormous education, and profound history. It offers residents a warm escape from the Winter and easy ways to travel that range from solid public transit to three major interstate highways. Residents are able to enjoy dozens of festivals, concerts, and sporting events each year and can easily drive to nearby cities such as Savannah, Charleston, Myrtle Beach, or even Atlanta. Best of all, living in Columbia apartments is a very affordable experience, allowing residents to experience big city life far cheaper than they can in other metropolitan areas.

Why live in Columbia, SC?

Columbia has the best of both worlds, offering you the major benefits of living in a big city while still retaining the very affordable cost of living that much of the South is known for. There is a diverse array of cultural and entertainment options, and seven distinct colleges, making it an ideal place to complete or enhance your education. The three interstate highways make it easy to either travel around town or to make a quick trip to places like Charlotte, Savannah, or Atlanta. And with plenty of options for affodable apartments in Columbia, finding a great place to live is a cinch.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Columbia Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Columbia with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Columbia is at Towers at Forest Acres listed at $798.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Columbia Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Columbia is $1,327.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Columbia Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Columbia is a 1,050 square feet unit starting from $1,415 at Main Street Living.

What is the average size for Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Columbia is currently 776 sq ft.

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