2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Columbia, SC (398 Rentals)

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Columbia, SC Local Guide

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Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: August 02, 2025

There are currently 3341 available 2 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Columbia, SC that range in price from $661 to $5,724. Northeast Arcadia Lakes, Lake Murray and St Andrews 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
Northeast Arcadia Lakes171$1,491$800
Lake Murray115$1,680$661
St Andrews97$1,249$800
Fort Jackson93$1,405$899
Far North Columbia91$1,181$800
Irmo Seven Oaks89$1,490$889
Spring Valley87$1,485$925
West Central83$1,715$815
Irmo78$1,712$900
Outer East Central77$1,495$779

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 1,740 square feet priced from $2,142. The Roseberry has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,480 square feet and currently listed start at $2,199. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Columbia:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Killian Lakes Apartments and TownhomesGeranium with Basement TOWNHOME1,740 Sq Ft$2,142
The RoseberryThe Grand Flora1,480 Sq Ft$2,199
Carrington Place at Wildewood ApartmentsB21,320 Sq Ft$1,798
Indigo at BrickworksGuignard1,310 Sq Ft$2,335
KeswickThe Brookshire1,305 Sq Ft$1,474
Roost, The2x2.51,300 Sq Ft$779
Congaree VillasTwo-Bedroom Townhouse1,292 Sq Ft$1,499
Sola StationB31,285 Sq Ft$2,233

Cheapest Available Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments

As of August 02, 2025 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Columbia, SC is the 2X2_918 Model starting from $850 at Acasa Prosper Fairways in the Skyland Estates neighborhood. The second most affordable Columbia 2 Bedroom is the The Catawba- Standard Unfurnished - By The Bedspac Model at Rivers Edge at Carolina Stadium starting at $860 in the Arthurtown neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Columbia is currently $1,662. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Columbia:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Acasa Prosper Fairways2X2_918$850
Rivers Edge at Carolina StadiumThe Catawba- Standard Unfurnished - By The Bedspac$860
3430 East Apartments2 Beds / 1 Bath$889
Dira East Apartments2BR 1.5BTH$899
Five Points Residential2 Bed 1 Bath$900
Deerfield Run Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths$925
Killian Terrace Apartments2 Bedroom$941
Colonel Bluffs2 Bedroom$946
Hunter's Green2 Beds, 2 baths$950
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.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Columbia, SC

Ranked #3

Among cities in South Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Columbia, SC

Walk Score®

45 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

38 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

17 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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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 Acasa Prosper Fairways listed at $850.

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

The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Columbia is $1,662.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Columbia is a 1,740 square feet unit starting from $2,142 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 1,030 sq ft.

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