
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Columbia, SC with Swimming Pool (124 Rentals)


Station at Lake Murray

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Inspire Sandhill - 55+ Active Adult Community

Providence Park

Grandview at Lake Murray

42 Magnolia + 5000 Forest

Polo Village

Vantage at Wildewood

1321 Lofts

Wellspring Apartments
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

The Cardinal Apartments

The Roseberry

Creekside at Greenlawn Apartment Homes

Waters Edge at Harbison

Arcadia's Edge Apartments

The Shores at Elders Pond

Hampton Greene Apartment Homes

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Vista Commons Apartments

The Landings at Hard Scrabble
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The Meadows at Burnside Farms

Arbor Landing Apartments

Keswick

Briargate

Stone Ridge Apartments

Town Center at Lake Carolina

Polo Commons

Peachtree Place

Canalside Lofts

Windsor Shores Apartments
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Retreat at Broad River

Greenbrier

Nexus At Sandhill

Crestmont Apartments

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Gleneagle Apartment Homes

Atrium Place

Tamarind at Stoneridge

Colonial Pointe Apartments

Wellington Farms Apartment Homes

Ovation @3500
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Aria Lake Carolina

Riverwalk Vista

Silver Station

York Woods at Lake Murray Apartment Homes

Copperfield Apartments

Alera West

Ravenwood Hills

Killian Lakes Apartments and Townhomes

The Fairways

Mill Run
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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 | $1,333 | $401 | $2,496 |
| Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,365 | $675 | $2,803 |
| Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,504 | $450 | $3,806 |
| Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,655 | $649 | $4,575 |
| Columbia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,960 | $499 | $5,476 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleColumbia, SC
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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Columbia, SC Area Reviews
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 $1,365.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Columbia Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Columbia is a 1,077 square feet unit starting from $949 at Dira East.
What is the average size for Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Columbia is currently 858 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.

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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.

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.