2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Columbia, SC (418 Rentals)

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Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: January 18, 2026

There are currently 7117 available 2 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Columbia, SC that range in price from $799 to $3,077. St Andrews, Far North Columbia and Laurel Hill are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 2 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Columbia with the most available 2 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
St Andrews319$1,125$889
Far North Columbia281$1,100$845
Laurel Hill242$1,071$845
Skyland Estates236$1,071$870
Earlewood235$1,071$845
Riverside Forest232$1,071$900
Elmwood Park231$1,100$800
Northeast Arcadia Lakes221$1,485$799
Hyatt Park220$1,050$845
Pine Valley203$1,050$889

Largest Available Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Columbia, SC is found at Killian Lakes Apartments and Townhomes in the Spring Valley neighborhood and is 1,915 square feet priced from $2,140. 5th & Sloan in the East Columbia neighborhood has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,490 square feet and currently listed start at $2,100. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Columbia:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Killian Lakes Apartments and TownhomesTrillium with Basement Townhome1,915 Sq Ft$2,140
5th & SloanThe Stage1,490 Sq Ft$2,100
The RoseberryThe Grand Flora1,480 Sq Ft$1,899
Advenir at One ElevenSterling1,406 Sq Ft$2,640
Inspire Sandhill - 55+ Active Adult CommunityB41,395 Sq Ft$2,830
Carrington Place at Wildewood ApartmentsB21,320 Sq Ft$1,798
Acasa Vista TowersTwo Bedroom Two Bath1,310 Sq Ft$1,725
Keystone Luxury Apartments2 Bed Apartment1,300 Sq Ft$1,800
Woodland Village Apartments2 Bed 1.5 BathWoodland Village Apartments1,260 Sq Ft$1,100

Cheapest Available Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments

As of January 18, 2026 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Columbia, SC is the 2 Bedrooms 2 Baths Model starting from $799 at Aria Lake Carolina in the The Summit neighborhood. The second most affordable Columbia 2 Bedroom is the 2A - 2 Bedroom Model at Towers at Forest Acres starting at $887 in the East Columbia neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Columbia is currently $1,433. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Columbia:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Aria Lake Carolina2 Bedrooms 2 Baths$799
Towers at Forest Acres2A - 2 Bedroom$887
3430 East Apartments2 Beds / 1 Bath$889
Five Points Residential2 Bed 1 Bath$900
Stoneridge Senior Village2 Bedroom$900
Deerfield Run Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths$925
Pine Tree Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath$925
Grove at St. AndrewsB1$934
Killian Terrace Apartments2 Bedroom$941
Tanglewood2BRx2BA$950

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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 2 Bedroom Columbia Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Columbia with 2 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Columbia is at Aria Lake Carolina listed at $799.

How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Columbia Apartment?

The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Columbia is $1,433.

What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Columbia Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Columbia is a 1,915 square feet unit starting from $2,140 at Killian Lakes Apartments and Townhomes.

What is the average size for Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Columbia is currently 1,062 sq ft.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!