
1 Bedroom Luxury Apartments for Rent in Columbia, SC (36 Rentals)


The Flats at Crosspointe

Grandview at Lake Murray

Wellspring Apartments

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Inspire Sandhill - 55+ Active Adult Community

1321 Lofts

Polo Village

Devine & Heidt

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Bennet at BullStreet
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The Cardinal Apartments

The Roseberry

Creekside at Greenlawn Apartment Homes

Waters Edge at Harbison

The Paddock Club

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Vista Commons Apartments

The Landings at Hard Scrabble

Canalside Lofts

The Fairways
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Killian Lakes Apartments and Townhomes

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The Palms 1101

Devine District

Senate Plaza

Sola Station

Varia at Oakcrest

Rice Terrace Apartments and Townhomes

Olympia Mills

The Apartments at Palmetto Compress
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The Land Bank Loft Apartments

Holiday Columbia Pines

The Harmony Collections of Columbia

Langley Pointe

Advenir at One Eleven

Abberly Village Apartment Homes

Indigo at Brickworks

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Atlantic at Parkridge

Heights at Lake Murray
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Columbia, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Columbia?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia Studio Apartments | $1,291 | $401 | $2,434 |
| Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,371 | $675 | $2,483 |
| Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,531 | $450 | $3,706 |
| Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,672 | $649 | $3,890 |
| Columbia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,833 | $460 | $5,376 |
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Ranked #3
Among cities in South Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Kama • 2+ years in Columbia
December 15, 2025Great for young professionals and families. We love Segra Park, the Harbison walking trails, and Lake Murray.
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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 Acasa Prosper Fairways Apartments listed at $721.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Columbia Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Columbia is $1,371.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Columbia Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Columbia is a 1,118 square feet unit starting from $1,737 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 882 sq ft.
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Local Expert's Top 8: Affordable Columbia, SC Neighborhoods for Quality Living
Written by: Kama Offenberger
I'm Kama, the ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Columbia, South Carolina.

Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags
Written by: Robin Stewart
Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
Written by: Robin Stewart
Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.