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Mill Run Apartments

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1321 Lofts

Avenue at Harbison

Broad River Trace

West Winds Townhomes

Wildewood South

Rice Terrace Apartments and Townhomes

Woodland Village Apartments

Gable Hill Apartment Homes

Briar Grove Apartment Homes

Riverbanks Retreat

Forestbrook Apartments and Townhomes

Woodcreek Farms

Quail Hollow Apartments

Fountains of Edenwood

Legacy At Sandhill
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 | $1,362 | $571 | $2,838 |
Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,495 | $752 | $9,459 |
Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,674 | $779 | $6,077 |
Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,925 | $629 | $9,000 |
Columbia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,000 | $594 | $10,000+ |
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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 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 $835.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Columbia?
The cheapest apartment in Columbia is Acasa Prosper Fairways which is listed at $700, while the average apartment in Columbia costs $4,691.
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 1,335 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 $369 which is $4,322 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Columbia.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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.

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls
Written by: Cheryl Bowman
A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
Written by: Marie Brown
You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
Written by: Bobbi Jackson
If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.