
Top Rated 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Columbia, SC (55 Rentals)


Station at Lake Murray

Grandview at Lake Murray

42 Magnolia + 5000 Forest

Wellspring Apartments

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The One at Columbia

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Bennet at BullStreet

The Cardinal Apartments

The Roseberry

Acasa Vista Towers
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Vista Commons Apartments

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The Meadows at Burnside Farms

The Shores at Elders Pond

Canalside Lofts

Briargate

Preserve at Windsor Lake

The Fairways

Palmera Apartments

Three Rivers

700 Woodrow
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Heron Lake

Landmark of Columbia

Whispering Pines

Avenue at Harbison

Deer Meadow Village

West Winds Townhomes

Palmetto Gardens

Reserve at River Walk

Quail Run

Sola Station
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Springtree Apartments

Varia at Oakcrest

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The Palms on Main

Rice Terrace Apartments and Townhomes

Arcadia Park

Benton Crossing

Barkoot Apartments

Brookside Crossing Apartments

Lamplighter Apartments
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Lory of Harbison

Berry Building

Lakeside Apartments

Wescott Place Senior Apartments

Vue at St. Andrews

Otarre Pointe

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 | $1,290 | $401 | $2,464 |
| Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,366 | $675 | $2,461 |
| Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,515 | $450 | $3,798 |
| Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,646 | $649 | $3,800 |
| Columbia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,908 | $499 | $5,389 |
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Ranked #3
Among cities in South Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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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 $1,366.
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 $1,736 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.

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