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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia Studio Apartments with Rent Specials | $1,272 | $401 | $2,464 |
| Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $1,372 | $675 | $2,456 |
| Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $1,516 | $450 | $3,798 |
| Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $1,646 | $649 | $4,145 |
| Columbia 4 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $1,766 | $499 | $5,424 |
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SPRING SPECIAL - APPLY WITHIN 24 HOURS OF VIEWING AND WE WILL WAIVE THE $110 ADMIN FEE! YOU WILL ALSO RECEIVE $250 OFF YOUR FIRST MONTH'S RENT WHEN APPROVED!Expires August 31, 2026
Receive half off your FIRST FULL MONTH OF RENT!Expires August 31, 2026
One Month Free on Select Units!Expires August 31, 2026
Call Today for Details!Expires August 31, 2026
$1,000 Move-In Credit + $25 Application fee. 2 bedrooms from $1,300. Limited time — apply today!Expires August 31, 2026
Spacious- Studios, 1 bedrooms & 2 bedroom 1 bath -GREAT Location next door to the USC Campus walking distance to classes. Now leasing for immediate move in and for the fall semester. Utility package bundle included in the price. Please inquire about our GREAT Concession & special. ( 1/2 of 1st months rent on move in day) (Special- Apply online once approved sign lease and pay deposit within 48 hours and receive back $100.00 REFUND of the admin fee . Locked secured building and door staff on duty at night always here with a smile on their face to assist our amazing tenants. Looking forward to you joining our Cornell Arms Family.Expires August 31, 2026
$ 25 application Fee. $350 Move-In Credit Apply today and we'll credit $350 toward your move-in costs, covering your application fee and refurbishing fee in full. That means less cash due at move-in, no gimmicks.Expires August 31, 2026
$1,000 Move-In Credit Apply today and we'll credit $1,000 toward your move-in costs, covering your application fee and refurbishing fee in full and the balance toward rent. That means less cash due at move-in, no gimmicks.Expires August 31, 2026
$350 Move-In Credit Apply today and we'll credit $350 toward your move-in costs, covering your application fee and refurbishing fee in full. That means less cash due at move-in, no gimmicks.Expires August 31, 2026
Move in by the end of August with a 12 month lease and get a $100 off of the monthly market rent on select units $1400 and aboveExpires August 31, 2026
Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Columbia, SC. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.
1 Month Free on a 13 month Lease - Limited Time Only!
$500.00 Off Second Month's Rent
Move in within 30 days and receive 1 month of free rent! Limited-time offer—contact us to learn about The Look and Lease special also.
Limited time reduced pricing and one month free
Move in by the end of August with a 12 month lease and get a $100 off of the monthly market rent on select units $1400 and above
Move in by 8/30 and get $500 off September
Apply now and move in by 8/25/26 with a 12+ month lease term to receive a $1,500 rent credit off of your first full month!
$1,000 Move-In Credit Apply today and we'll credit $1,000 toward your move-in costs, covering your application fee and refurbishing fee in full and the balance toward rent. That means less cash due at move-in, no gimmicks.
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Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Columbia is at Siegel Select Columbia listed at $401.
The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Columbia is $1,618.
Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Columbia is a 1,978 square feet unit starting from $1,163 at Killian Lakes Apartments and Townhomes.
The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Columbia is currently at 728 sq ft.
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