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The Flats at Crosspointe
1600 Ellie DrColumbia, SC 29203
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$1,356 - $2,200Special Offer
1 Month Free Rare opportunity at The Lady: We have one 3 Bedroom coming available! For a limited time, enjoy your first month free on this e
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The Lady
1310 Lady StColumbia, SC 29201
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Inspire Sandhill - 55+ Active Adult Community
440 Town Center PlColumbia, SC 29229
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$1,113 - $2,659Special Offer
1 Month Free Move in by the end of July with a 12 month lease and get a $500 credit for rent. Select units will get 1 month free
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1321 Lofts
1321 Lady StColumbia, SC 29201
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$1,211 - $3,369Special Offer
Specials Move in by 7/15/2026 and receive 6 Weeks FREE on us!
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Polo Village
1270 Polo RdColumbia, SC 29223
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$1,365 - $3,200Special Offer
1 Month Free Receive 1/2 a month FREE on your 1st full month. Move-in by 7/15/26 *Offers subject to change. Some restrictions apply. Contact
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Grandview at Lake Murray
2170 N Lake DrColumbia, SC 29212
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$950 - $1,500Special Offer
Specials Spacious- Studios, 1 bedrooms & 2 bedroom 1 bath -GREAT Location next door to the USC Campus walking distance to classes.
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Cornell Arms Apartments
1230 Pendleton StColumbia, SC 29201
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$1,621 - $2,266
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The One at Columbia
4415 Percival RdColumbia, SC 29229
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$1,484 - $2,427Special Offer
Specials Summer looks better at The Roseberry! Book your tour today and discover a place you’ll love coming home to.
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The Roseberry
137 Roseberry LnColumbia, SC 29223
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$699 - $1,490Special Offer
Specials Lease in one of our 3x2 homes by July 15th and get September Rent FREE! Don't wait to secure your space. Apply Now to claim your sa
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Rivers Edge at Carolina Stadium
1 Catawba CirColumbia, SC 29201
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$1,199 - $1,708Special Offer
Specials Your perfect home is waiting — and the savings are making waves! -- Move in by July 10th and enjoy your $500 off your first full mo
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Keswick
840 Sparkleberry LnColumbia, SC 29229
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$1,400 - $2,135Special Offer
Discounts $500 Off Rent! *Move in by 7/31 to qualify. Discount applied to 2nd full month's rent. Restrictions apply.
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Arcadia's Edge Apartments
6837 N Trenholm RdColumbia, SC 29206
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$1,551 - $1,874Special Offer
Specials $500 off Move-in Cost! - Apply by July 15th and get $500 off of move-in cost!
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The Legends at Lake Murray
1220 Meredith DrColumbia, SC 29212
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$1,284 - $2,043Special Offer
Specials Must Move in by July 10th to get $1000 FREE Rent! Application fee will be waived and applied to admin fee on approved applications
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Peachtree Place
200 Berryhill RdColumbia, SC 29210
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$920 - $1,649Special Offer
Specials $500.00 Off Second Month's Rent
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Elmwood Lofts
1003 Elmwood AveColumbia, SC 29201
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$609 - $839Special Offer
1 Month Free Waived fees, no money down, and earn 1 month free for 2026-2027 leases.
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Roost, The
1051 Southern DrColumbia, SC 29201
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$1,099 - $1,224Special Offer
Specials Gas is Expensive...Save on Rent! Move in by 07/06 to receive half off July rent! Preferred Employer Discount - please call for deta
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Avalon Place
1030 Atlas RdColumbia, SC 29209
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$1,249 - $9,089Special Offer
1 Month Free Up to ONE MONTH FREE on Select Units! *Restrictions Apply
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Waters Edge at Harbison
250 Crossbow DrColumbia, SC 29212
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$992 - $1,417Special Offer
Discounts $1000 off First Full month — Sign a lease by 7/15 *On Select units *
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The Dylan
1930 Marion StColumbia, SC 29201
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$1,099 - $1,729Special Offer
Specials ?? Sunshine, Space & Savings at Cooper Forest Acres?? ; Start your summer in a place you’ll love to call home. Tour our beautiful a
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The Cooper
4214 Bethel Church RdColumbia, SC 29206
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$1,250 - $2,095Special Offer
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Nexus At Sandhill
780 Fashion DrColumbia, SC 29229
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$966 - $1,311Special Offer
Specials Big savings are waiting! 2-bedroom apartments starting at $1,099 when you move in by 7/8, select homes with up to $75 OFF per month
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Tamarind at Stoneridge
143 Stoneridge DrColumbia, SC 29210
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$869 - $1,699Special Offer
Specials SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION TO BE ADDED TO OUR WAITLIST FOR AN INCOME RESTRICTED WITH AFFORDABLE RATES APARTMENT HOME!
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Wellington Farms Apartment Homes
700 Greenlawn DrColumbia, SC 29209
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$769 - $1,872Special Offer
Specials Love Where You Live - For Less! Enjoy a $100 deposit on approved applications, WAIVED application fees, and FREE rent on 3-bedroom
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Silver Station
9641 Farrow RdColumbia, SC 29203
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$1,459 - $2,293Special Offer
Specials Up to 6 Weeks Rent Free. Come tour this week. *Restrictions apply. Exclusive to new residents. Call the office for details.
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York Woods at Lake Murray Apartment Homes
2038 Lake Murray BlvdColumbia, SC 29212
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$1,032 - $1,970Special Offer
Specials Move into a 2 bedroom by the end of July and get 1/2 a month rent credit with 12 month lease
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Lofts at Lourie's
1601 Main StColumbia, SC 29201
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$1,175 - $1,329Special Offer
Specials Recently reduced pricing on select homes for a limited time! Contact us today to learn about our specials and preferred employers'
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Wildewood South
127 Sparkleberry LnColumbia, SC 29229
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$1,249 - $2,743Special Offer
Discounts Move in today and save up to $1,000 OFF your first full months rent. New applicants only as of 6/9/26 and must apply by 6/23/26. *
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Killian Lakes Apartments and Townhomes
1800 Killian Lakes DrColumbia, SC 29203
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$869 - $2,269Special Offer
Specials Look & Lease $100 off + Unbelievable Rates ; $100 off + Unbelievable Rates. Don't Miss Out - Take Advantage of Reduced Pricing Whil
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The Fairways
350 Powell RdColumbia, SC 29203
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$1,075 - $1,575Special Offer
1 Month Free ***SPECIAL***Move-In any unit by our current available date(s), sign a 12 Month Lease & you will receive your FIRST FULL MONTH'
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Whispering Pines
400 Greenlawn DrColumbia, SC 29209
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$1,636 - $2,166Special Offer
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Heron Lake
1340 N Brickyard RdColumbia, SC 29223
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$880 - $1,345Special Offer
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Tanglewood
7400 Hunt Club RdColumbia, SC 29223
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$895 - $1,279Special Offer
Specials 2BR homes as low as $1199 + apply today for only $25 at Paces Run!
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Paces Run
100 Paces Run CtColumbia, SC 29223
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$956 - $2,725Special Offer
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Reserve at River Walk
4501 Bentley DrColumbia, SC 29210
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$920 - $2,158Special Offer
Discounts Summer Look & Lease Savings Available Today! Enjoy $500 Off Your Move-in Costs! *Applies to new move-ins between 6/24/26-7/11/26 w
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St. Andrews Commons Apartment Homes
1200 St Andrews RdColumbia, SC 29210
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$1,020 - $1,415Special Offer
1 Month Free Move in before June 30th and get your second month FREE!! Plus, waived application & admin fees. *Equal Housing Opportunity. Of
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Arbors at Windsor Lake Apartments
8720 Windsor Lake BlvdColumbia, SC 29223
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$749 - $1,117Special Offer
Specials Apply by 6/30 & Enjoy 1 Month FREE + Waived App & Admin Fees for a Limited-Time Only! *Terms Apply.
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Cypress Run
3430 Broad River RdColumbia, SC 29210
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$839 - $1,513Special Offer
Discounts Move in today and save $500 OFF your first full months rent. New applicants only as of 6/2/26 and must apply by 6/16/26. *Restrict
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Brook Pines
169 Brook Pines DrColumbia, SC 29210
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$1,350 - $1,450Special Offer
1 Month Free ONE MONTH FREE on any lease for July or August.
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Hampton House
1800 Senate StColumbia, SC 29201
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$1,645 - $1,900Special Offer
Specials Beat the fall rush at Claussen’s! Lock in your apartment early and enjoy your studio all summer long!
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Claussens
2003 Greene StColumbia, SC 29205
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$1,252Special Offer
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Waters at Fairfield
5313 Fairfield RdColumbia, SC 29203
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$1,199 - $1,799Special Offer
Specials Don’t miss what’s next at NOMA Flats! Join our waitlist for first access to upcoming availability!
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NOMA Flats
2637 River DrColumbia, SC 29201
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$1,450 - $2,250Special Offer
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The Wilshire House
1100 Wheat StColumbia, SC 29201
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$965 - $1,357Special Offer
Specials Move in by June 30th and get $500 off your first full months rent PLUS get your admin fee waived. ???????*Offer subject to change.
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Wyndham Pointe Apartments
80 Brighton Hill RdColumbia, SC 29223
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$875 - $1,110Special Offer
Discounts $400 off of a 1BR and $600 off of a 2BR (first full month) Plus reduced fees!! $50 app / $50 admin
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Springtree Apartments
250 Springtree DrColumbia, SC 29223
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$1,350 - $1,499Special Offer
2 Months Free Move in before August 1 and receive 2 months free rent. NO APP FEES to Apply! Secure your new home today with just a $100 non-
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Endora East
300 Meredith SqColumbia, SC 29223
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$999 - $1,099Special Offer
2 Months Free Move in before August 1 and receive 2 months free rent. NO APP FEES to Apply! Secure your new home today with just a $100 non-
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Samara East
8100 Bayfield RdColumbia, SC 29223
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$990 - $1,560Special Offer
Specials Summer Fee Special!! Only $50 app and $50 admin fees save $$$
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Quail Run
3509 Lake AveColumbia, SC 29206
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$899 - $1,549Special Offer
2 Months Free Move in before August 1 and receive 2 months FREE RENT. NO APP FEES to Apply! Secure your new home today with just a $100 non-
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Dira East
7501 Brookfield RdColumbia, SC 29223
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Siegel Select Columbia
150 Stoneridge DrColumbia, SC 29210
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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 with Rent Specials | $1,298 | $401 | $2,310 |
| Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $1,338 | $675 | $2,684 |
| Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $1,492 | $450 | $3,806 |
| Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $1,680 | $699 | $4,440 |
| Columbia 4 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $1,576 | $499 | $4,200 |
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Top Apartments in Columbia, SC with Move-In Specials Ending Soon
Specials updated: 07-03-2026Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top Columbia, SC apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!
The Lady
Rare opportunity at The Lady: We have one 3 Bedroom coming available! For a limited time, enjoy your first month free on this exclusive floor plan.Expires 07-03-2026
Wyndham Pointe Apartments
Move in by June 30th and get $500 off your first full months rent PLUS get your admin fee waived. ???????*Offer subject to change. Equal Housing Opportunity.Expires 07-03-2026
Claussens
Beat the fall rush at Claussen’s! Lock in your apartment early and enjoy your studio all summer long!Expires 07-03-2026
Heron Lake
Love What You See? Make It Yours! Look and lease to enjoy $300 OFF your first month's rent.* *Restrictions may apply. Contact the leasing office for details.Expires 07-03-2026
Arbors at Windsor Lake Apartments
Move in before June 30th and get your second month FREE!! Plus, waived application & admin fees. *Equal Housing Opportunity. Offer Subject to Change.Expires 07-03-2026
Nexus At Sandhill
SUMMER SPECIAL! $1000 off rent.Expires 07-04-2026
Quail Run
Summer Fee Special!! Only $50 app and $50 admin fees save $$$Expires 07-04-2026
Grandview at Lake Murray
Receive 1/2 a month FREE on your 1st full month. Move-in by 7/15/26 *Offers subject to change. Some restrictions apply. Contact office for detailsExpires 07-04-2026
Tamarind at Stoneridge
Big savings are waiting! 2-bedroom apartments starting at $1,099 when you move in by 7/8, select homes with up to $75 OFF per month, and just a $25 application fee!Expires 07-04-2026
Waters at Fairfield
No application fee when you tour & apply on the same day!Expires 07-04-2026
Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in Columbia, SC
Specials updated: 07-03-2026Here 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.
Cornell Arms Apartments
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 08-31-2026
Siegel Select Columbia
Pay 2 weeks up front and get your deposit wavied!Expires 05-07-2031
1321 Lofts
Move in by the end of July with a 12 month lease and get a $500 credit for rent. Select units will get 1 month freeExpires 07-31-2026
Lofts at Lourie's
Move into a 2 bedroom by the end of July and get 1/2 a month rent credit with 12 month leaseExpires 07-31-2026
The Wilshire House
Call today for our Move In Specials for Select UnitsExpires 07-31-2026
Roost, The
Waived fees, no money down, and earn 1 month free for 2026-2027 leases.Expires 07-31-2026
York Woods at Lake Murray Apartment Homes
Up to 6 Weeks Rent Free. Come tour this week. *Restrictions apply. Exclusive to new residents. Call the office for details.Expires 07-04-2026
The Flats at Crosspointe
Apply now and move in by 07/25/26 with a 12+ month lease term to pay NO rent until 09/01/26!Expires 07-04-2026
Nexus At Sandhill
SUMMER SPECIAL! $1000 off rent.Expires 07-04-2026
Brook Pines
Move in today and save $500 OFF your first full months rent. New applicants only as of 6/2/26 and must apply by 6/16/26. *Restrictions Appy*Expires 07-04-2026
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