
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Columbia, SC (434 Rentals)


The Babcock

The Flats at Crosspointe

Keystone Luxury Apartments

Pointe Grand Columbia

Station at Lake Murray

Polo Village

Grandview at Lake Murray

Vantage at Wildewood

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Wellspring Apartments
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Providence Park

42 Magnolia + 5000 Forest

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The Dylan

Cornell Arms Apartments

Devine & Heidt

Silver Station

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The Meadows at Burnside Farms

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Bennet at BullStreet

The Cardinal Apartments

The Roseberry

York Woods at Lake Murray Apartment Homes

Creekside at Greenlawn Apartment Homes

The Park

Roost, The

Waters Edge at Harbison

The Cooper
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Rivers Edge at Carolina Stadium

Ovation @3500

Cross Hill Apartments

Arcadia's Edge Apartments

The Legends at Lake Murray

Town Center at Lake Carolina

Tamarind at Stoneridge

Acasa Vista Towers

The Paddock Club

Polo Commons
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Hampton Greene Apartment Homes

Carriage Place

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Peachtree Place

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Vista Commons Apartments

The Landings at Hard Scrabble

5th & Sloan

1813 Main

Windsor Shores Apartments

Atrium Place
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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 | $1,303 | $401 | $2,437 |
| Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,353 | $675 | $2,603 |
Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,530 | $450 | $3,615 |
| Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,709 | $649 | $7,790 |
| Columbia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,982 | $460 | $5,500 |
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Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: September 04, 2026There are currently 4687 available 2 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Columbia, SC that range in price from $450 to $3,643. Northeast Arcadia Lakes, Fort Jackson 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:
| Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northeast Arcadia Lakes | 267 | $1,505 | $850 |
| Fort Jackson | 158 | $1,415 | $850 |
| St Andrews | 158 | $1,275 | $450 |
| Far North Columbia | 144 | $1,250 | $825 |
| Lake Murray | 130 | $1,540 | $925 |
| Spring Valley | 129 | $1,460 | $937 |
| Irmo Seven Oaks | 128 | $1,350 | $843 |
| Briarwood | 113 | $1,390 | $950 |
| West Central | 103 | $1,600 | $450 |
| Riverside Forest | 102 | $1,185 | $450 |
Largest Available Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Columbia, SC is found at The Roseberry in the Spring Valley neighborhood and is 1,480 square feet priced from $1,899. Arcadia's Edge Apartments in the Bradley neighborhood has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,365 square feet and currently listed start at $1,628. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Columbia:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Roseberry | The Grand Flora | 1,480 Sq Ft | $1,899 |
| Arcadia's Edge Apartments | B2 Arcadian - 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 1,365 Sq Ft | $1,628 |
| Brookland | C3.2 | 1,350 Sq Ft | $2,435 |
| Bennet at BullStreet | C8 | 1,328 Sq Ft | $3,027 |
| Carrington Place at Wildewood Apartments | B2 | 1,320 Sq Ft | $1,419 |
| Atrium Place | Jasmine with Sunroom | 1,311 Sq Ft | $1,490 |
| Indigo at Brickworks | Guignard | 1,310 Sq Ft | $2,265 |
| Keystone Luxury Apartments | 2 Bed Apartment | 1,300 Sq Ft | $1,800 |
| Kress Building | Kress: 2 Bedroom | 740 Sq Ft | $1,525 |
| Main Street Living | Kress: 2 Bedroom | 740 Sq Ft | $1,525 |
Cheapest Available Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments
As of September 04, 2026 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Columbia, SC is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom - Weekly Rate Model starting from $450 at Siegel Select Columbia in the Skyland Estates neighborhood. The second most affordable Columbia 2 Bedroom is the 2 Beds / 1 Bath Model at 3430 East Apartments starting at $779 in the Riverside Forest neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Columbia is currently $1,530. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Columbia:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Siegel Select Columbia | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom - Weekly Rate | $450 |
| 3430 East Apartments | 2 Beds / 1 Bath | $779 |
| Park SC | 2 bed 2 bath B2 | $825 |
| Acasa Tropical Ridge | 2X2A | $868 |
| Five Points Residential | 2 Bed 1 Bath | $900 |
| Plowden Place Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | $925 |
| Deerfield Run Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 baths | $950 |
| Tanglewood Apartments | 2BRx2BA | $950 |
| Springtree Apartments | The Bonelli | $970 |
| Garo Lexington Green | 2BR/1.0BA | $995 |
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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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2.5Pet Friendly
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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 Siegel Select Columbia listed at $450.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Columbia Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Columbia is $1,530.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Columbia Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Columbia is a 1,480 square feet unit starting from $1,899 at The Roseberry.
What is the average size for Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Columbia is currently 1,014 sq ft.
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