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Northstone Apartment Homes

The Farrington

Hunter's Green

The Carolinian

Palmetto Gardens

The Paddock Club

Main Street Living

Waters at Fairfield

Arbors at Windsor Lake Apartments
What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

Wellington Residential

Windsor Shores Apartments

Avalon Place

Whispering Pines

Deer Meadow Village

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Hampton Courts Apartments

Gable Hill Apartment Homes

The Cooper

Providence Park

Peachtree Place
Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between
Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

St. Andrews Commons Apartment Homes

Ashland Commons

Landmark of Columbia

1321 Lofts

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Ravenwood Hills

Sage Pointe

The Babcock

Villager Apartments

Killian Lakes Apartments and Townhomes

Hampton Greene Apartment Homes
Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting
Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

Keswick

Claussens

Trenton Court

Mauldin Village

Springwood

Broad View

Stoneridge Senior Village

Garners Crossing

Barkoot Apartments

The Carrington Place Apartments
Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls
When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

Spring Lake

Arcadia Park

Benton Crossing

Haven at Congaree Pointe 55+ Apartments

Dira East

Beldon Spring Lake

Raintree II

Waters At Longcreek

The Pines at Farrow Apartments

Plowden Place Apartments
The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.
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 | $1,272 | $401 | $2,464 |
| Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,372 | $675 | $2,456 |
| Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,516 | $450 | $3,798 |
| Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,646 | $649 | $4,145 |
| Columbia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,766 | $499 | $5,424 |
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Columbia, SC Area Reviews
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Columbia Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Columbia?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Columbia is under $799.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Columbia?
The cheapest apartment in Columbia is Acasa Prosper Fairways Apartments which is listed at $720, while the average apartment in Columbia costs $1,432.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Columbia?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1,786 regular apartments in Columbia that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Columbia?
Cheap apartments in Columbia have an average cost of $484 which is $948 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Columbia.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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.

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.

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
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.

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
Written by: Robin Stewart
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.