Luxury Apartments for Rent in Columbia, SC (48 Rentals)

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The most luxurious Apartments in Columbia with high-end amenities, features, and finishes.

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Wellspring Apartments
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$1,357 - $6,302
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$1,357 - $6,302
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Wellspring Apartments

500 Harbison BlvdColumbia, SC 29212
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The Palms 1101
$1,947 - $4,208
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$1,947 - $4,208
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The Palms 1101

1101 Lady StColumbia, SC 29201
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Bennet at BullStreet
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$1,959 - $3,103
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Bennet at BullStreet

2180 Pickens StColumbia, SC 29201
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$3,800

3 Bedroom Rentals

Available Jan 7, 2027

2703 Clark St

ColumbiaSC29201
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Olympia Mills
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Olympia Mills

600 Heyward StColumbia, SC 29201
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Granby Mills
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Granby Mills

510 Heyward StColumbia, SC 29201
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Ashcroft
3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Ashcroft

1605 Solandra DrColumbia, SC 29229
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Holiday Columbia Pines
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Holiday Columbia Pines

1720 Devonshire DrColumbia, SC 29204
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Atlantic at Parkridge
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$1,566 - $6,441
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Atlantic at Parkridge

356 Lake Murray BlvdIrmo, SC 29063
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Columbia, SC Local Guide

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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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Columbia, SC

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Among cities in South Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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2.5
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Kama • 2+ years in Columbia

December 15, 2025

Great for young professionals and families. We love Segra Park, the Harbison walking trails, and Lake Murray.

Gwendolyn • 2+ years in Columbia

February 25, 2025

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Frequently Asked Questions about Columbia

How much are Studio apartments in Columbia?

There are currently 106 Studio Apartments in Columbia with rent ranges from $401 to $2,434 with an average price of $1,291.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Columbia Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Columbia ranges from $675 to $2,483 with an average monthly rent of $1,371.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Columbia cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Columbia range from $450 to $3,706. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,531.

How expensive are Columbia Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 244 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Columbia on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $649 to $3,890 - averaging $1,672 for the location.

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

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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.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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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.

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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.