
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Columbia, SC with Swimming Pool (31 Rentals)
Rental terms in Columbia as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


Grandview at Lake Murray

The Roseberry

Tamarind at Stoneridge

The Landings at Hard Scrabble

Stone Ridge Apartments

Peachtree Place
Local Expert's Top 8: Affordable Columbia, SC Neighborhoods for Quality Living
Moving to Columbia, SC? Explore 8 affordable neighborhoods to rent that are known for strong schools, convenient shopping, and easy access to local natural highlights like Lake Murray.

Nexus At Sandhill

Wellington Farms Apartment Homes

York Woods at Lake Murray Apartment Homes

Wildewood South

Landmark of Columbia

Boulder Creek

Arbors at Windsor Lake Apartments
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Palmera Apartments

Deer Meadow Village

Woodland Village Apartments

Autumn Ridge

Bent Tree Apartments

Quail Run

Park SC
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Towers at Forest Acres

Total Monthly Price
Siegel Select Columbia

Broad River Trace

Rice Terrace Apartments and Townhomes

Otarre Pointe

Abberly Village Apartment Homes

Indigo at Brickworks
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Heights at Lake Murray

Lullwater at Saluda Pointe

Woodcreek Farms
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 | $1,304 | $401 | $2,310 |
| Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,363 | $675 | $2,803 |
| Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,507 | $450 | $3,806 |
| Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,664 | $649 | $4,754 |
| Columbia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,960 | $499 | $5,472 |
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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleColumbia, SC
Ranked #3
Among cities in South Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Columbia, SC Area Reviews
Kama • 2+ years in Columbia
December 15, 2025Great for young professionals and families. We love Segra Park, the Harbison walking trails, and Lake Murray.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Columbia Apartments with Swimming Pool
What is the Cheapest Swimming Pool apartment in Columbia?
Currently the most affordable Apartment in Columbia with Swimming Pool is at Siegel Select Columbia listed at $401.
How much is the average rent for Columbia Apartments with Swimming Pool?
The average rent for a Apartment in Columbia with Swimming Pool is $1,643.
What is the largest Columbia Apartment for rent with Swimming Pool?
Today's Apartment with Swimming Pool and the most square footage in Columbia is a 2,100 square feet unit starting from $1,512 at The Cardinal Apartments.
What is the average size for Columbia Apartments for rent with Swimming Pool?
The average size for a rental with Swimming Pool in Columbia is currently at 755 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
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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.

First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
Written by: Robin Stewart
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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.

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
Written by: Robin Stewart
There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.