
Gated Apartments for Rent in Columbia, SC with Utilities Included (20 Rentals)
Apartments in Columbia where your utility payments are included in your rent.


1813 Main

Town Center at Lake Carolina

Redpoint Columbia

The Roseberry

Briargate
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Devine District

Sage Pointe

700 Woodrow

Carrington Place at Wildewood Apartments

Briar Grove Apartment Homes

Claussens
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NOMA Flats

Senate Plaza

Waters at Fairfield

1527 Gervais St

The Cottages at Devine District

Langley Pointe
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Brookland

4 West
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Columbia?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia Studio Apartments | $972 | $401 | $2,432 |
| Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,310 | $675 | $2,751 |
| Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,486 | $450 | $4,128 |
| Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,683 | $679 | $4,435 |
| Columbia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,315 | $499 | $4,800 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gated Columbia Apartments
What is the Cheapest Gated apartment in Columbia?
Currently the most affordable Gated Apartment in Columbia is at Redpoint Columbia listed at $495.
How much is the average rent for a Gated Columbia Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in Columbia is $1,733.
What is the largest Gated Columbia Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in Columbia is a 4,400 square feet unit starting from $4,350 at 160 Whitwood Cir, Unit Home.
What is the average size for Columbia Gated Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Gated rental in Columbia is currently at 766 sq ft.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
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