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$1,469 - $4,375Short Term Available
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The Lady
1310 Lady StColumbia, SC 29201
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Columbia, SC (63 Rentals)
Rental terms in Columbia as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.
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$1,210 - $2,625
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$1,041 - $2,456
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Grandview at Lake Murray
2170 N Lake DrColumbia, SC 29212
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$1,175 - $1,499Short Term Available
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Providence Park
261 Business Park BlvdColumbia, SC 29203
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$1,525 - $2,065Short Term Available
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The Landings at Hard Scrabble
2250 Hard Scrabble RdColumbia, SC 29203
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$1,599 - $2,499
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$1,544 - $2,444
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$55
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$1,599 - $2,499
The Roseberry
137 Roseberry LnColumbia, SC 29223
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$999 - $1,000Short Term Available
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Stone Ridge
1000 Watermark PlColumbia, SC 29210
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$1,153 - $1,951
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$1,137 - $1,935
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$16
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$1,153 - $1,951
Peachtree Place
200 Berryhill RdColumbia, SC 29210
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$1,285 - $2,174Short Term Available
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Nexus At Sandhill
780 Fashion DrColumbia, SC 29229
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$824 - $1,008
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$701 - $885
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$123
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$824 - $1,008
Grove at St. Andrews
716 Zimalcrest DrColumbia, SC 29210
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$966 - $1,311Short Term Available
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Tamarind at Stoneridge
143 Stoneridge DrColumbia, SC 29210
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$869 - $1,699Short Term Available
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Wellington Farms Apartment Homes
700 Greenlawn DrColumbia, SC 29209
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$1,483 - $2,328Short Term Available
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York Woods at Lake Murray Apartment Homes
2038 Lake Murray BlvdColumbia, SC 29212
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$946 - $1,565Short Term Available
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The Farrington
1513 Farrington WayColumbia, SC 29210
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$1,315 - $1,885Short Term Available
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Preserve at Windsor Lake
1460 Oakcrest DrColumbia, SC 29223
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$1,110 - $1,399Short Term Available
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Landmark of Columbia
19 Landmark DrColumbia, SC 29210
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$895 - $1,395Short Term Available
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Boulder Creek
1000 Bentley CtColumbia, SC 29210
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$1,150 - $1,575Short Term Available
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Palmera Apartments
1155 Clemson Frontage RdColumbia, SC 29229
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$1,235 - $1,483Short Term Available
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Three Rivers
900 Gracern RdColumbia, SC 29210
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$1,051 - $1,645
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$1,021 - $1,615
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$30
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$1,051 - $1,645
Deer Meadow Village
8100 Garners Ferry RdColumbia, SC 29209
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$1,040 - $1,265Short Term Available
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Wellington Residential
7116 Tama RdColumbia, SC 29209
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$900 - $1,450Short Term Available
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Acasa Prosper Fairways Apartments
1800 Longcreek DrColumbia, SC 29210
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$950 - $1,415Short Term Available
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Arbors at Windsor Lake Apartments
8720 Windsor Lake BlvdColumbia, SC 29223
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$900 - $1,500Short Term Available
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Woodland Village Apartments
2221 Bush River RdColumbia, SC 29210
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$799 - $1,641Short Term Available
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Aria Lake Carolina
4920 Hard Scrabble RdColumbia, SC 29229
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$1,763 - $1,982Short Term Available
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Siegel Select Columbia
150 Stoneridge DrColumbia, SC 29210
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$1,599 - $1,749
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$1,544 - $1,694
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$55
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Claussens
2003 Greene StColumbia, SC 29205
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$1,269 - $1,319
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$1,109 - $1,159
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$160
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$1,269 - $1,319
Wildewood South
127 Sparkleberry LnColumbia, SC 29229
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$925 - $1,555
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$830 - $1,460
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$95
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$925 - $1,555
Quail Run
3509 Lake AveColumbia, SC 29206
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$875 - $1,225Short Term Available
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Bent Tree Apartments
1000 Bent Tree LnColumbia, SC 29210
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$835 - $1,005Short Term Available
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Autumn Ridge
3421 Kay StColumbia, SC 29210
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$890 - $1,051Short Term Available
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Park SC
1601 Longcreek DrColumbia, SC 29210
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$773 - $1,205Short Term Available
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Towers at Forest Acres
2050 N Beltline BlvdColumbia, SC 29204
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$1,190 - $1,735Short Term Available
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Broad River Trace
551 Riverhill CirColumbia, SC 29210
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$800 - $1,490Short Term Available
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Rivers Edge at Carolina Stadium
1 Catawba CirColumbia, SC 29201
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$1,181 - $2,813Short Term Available
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Rice Terrace Apartments and Townhomes
100 Rice Terrace CirColumbia, SC 29229
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$1,375Short Term Available
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Furnished Studio-Columbia - West - Interstate 126
450 Gracern RdColumbia, SC 29210
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$1,499Short Term Available
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Furnished Studio-Columbia - West - Stoneridge Dr.
180 Stoneridge DrColumbia, SC 29210
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$1,439Short Term Available
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Furnished Studio-Columbia - Ft. Jackson
5430 Forest DrColumbia, SC 29206
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$5,302Short Term Available
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1516 Maple St
1516 Maple StColumbia, SC 29205
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$6,871Short Term Available
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2936 Oceola St
2936 Oceola StColumbia, SC 29205
Local Expert's Top 8: Affordable Columbia, SC Neighborhoods for Quality Living
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$2,191Short Term Available
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1051 Southern Dr
1051 Southern DrColumbia, SC 29201
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$1,807Short Term Available
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1051 Southern Dr
1051 Southern DrColumbia, SC 29201
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$2,710Short Term Available
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148 Deer Hound Trail
148 Deer Hound TrailColumbia, SC 29223
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$3,496Short Term Available
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617 Lake Forest Road
617 Lake Forest RoadColumbia, SC 29209
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$5,513Short Term Available
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425B6 Summit Terrace Ct
425B6 Summit Terrace CtColumbia, SC 29229
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$5,513Short Term Available
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29 Gatewood Way
29 Gatewood WayColumbia, SC 29229
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$1,369Short Term Available
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1051 Southern Dr
1051 Southern DrColumbia, SC 29201
128 Deer Hound Trail
ColumbiaSC29223
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Spring Lake
7645 Garners Ferry RdColumbia, SC 29209
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Spring Gardens
325 Percival RdColumbia, SC 29206
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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 Short-term Studio Apartments | $1,018 | $588 | $1,933 |
| Columbia Short-term 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,323 | $600 | $2,595 |
| Columbia Short-term 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,492 | $799 | $3,496 |
| Columbia Short-term 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,687 | $699 | $6,871 |
| Columbia Short-term 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,688 | $530 | $5,302 |
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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Columbia Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Columbia?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Columbia is at Towers at Forest Acres listed at $773.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Columbia Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Columbia is $1,425.
What is the largest Short-term Columbia Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Columbia is a 1,917 square feet unit starting from $1,469 at The Lady.
What is the average size for Columbia Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Columbia is currently at 698 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
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Local Experts Top 8: Affordable Columbia, SC Neighborhoods for Quality Living
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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.
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Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.