Cheap Apartments for Rent in Columbia, SC from $400 (180 Rentals) Page 3 of 4
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Elmtree Apartments

Sage Pointe

1219 Old Manor Rd

1024 Old Manor Rd

Alera West

Palmera Apartments

Whispering Pines

The Shores at Elders Pond

Ravenwood Hills

The Cooper

Peachtree Place

Avalon Place

3232 Brookwood Ct

1522 Columbia College Dr

Canalside Lofts

Landmark of Columbia

Copperfield Apartments

Deer Meadow Village

2216 Liberty St

The Palms on Main

West Winds Townhomes

Furnished Studio-Columbia - West - Interstate 126

Rice Terrace Apartments and Townhomes

Grandview at Lake Murray

Broad River Trace

Hampton Greene Apartment Homes

Gleneagle Apartment Homes

Providence Park

Ashland Commons

NOMA Flats

Crestmont Apartments

Briar Grove Apartment Homes

1618-1618 Heyward St
Columbia, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Columbia?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Columbia Studio Apartments | $1,265 | $571 | $1,933 |
| Cheap Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,272 | $752 | $2,511 |
| Cheap Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,454 | $779 | $4,196 |
| Cheap Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,665 | $629 | $8,979 |
| Cheap Columbia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,355 | $580 | $4,078 |
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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 $849.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Columbia?
The cheapest apartment in Columbia is Park SC which is listed at $799, while the average apartment in Columbia costs $1,860.
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 2,104 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 $487 which is $1,373 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

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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.

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!

The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters
Written by: Trey Huguley
The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.
















