Studio Apartments for Rent in Columbia, SC (109 Rentals)

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1600 Park Cir
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1600 Park Cir

1600 Park CirColumbia, SC 29201

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Wellesley Place
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Wellesley Place

3630 Ranch RdColumbia, SC 29206
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The Trolley
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The Trolley

2735 Devine StColumbia, SC 29205
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Barnwell Colony
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Barnwell Colony

1255 Barnwell StColumbia, SC 29201
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Melrose Heights
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Melrose Heights

3301 Butler StColumbia, SC 29205
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1726 Sumter St
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1726 Sumter St

1726 Sumter StColumbia, SC 29201

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1718 Madison Rd
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1718 Madison Rd

1718 Madison RdColumbia, SC 29204
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333 Byron Rd
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333 Byron Rd

333 Byron RdColumbia, SC 29209
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1218 Bull St
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1218 Bull St

1218 Bull StColumbia, SC 29201

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Columbia Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: May 22, 2026

There are currently 1645 available Studio apartment units from neighborhoods all over Columbia, SC that range in price from $401 to $2,489. Laurel Hill, Skyland Estates and St Andrews are the neighborhoods that currently have the most Studio availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Columbia with the most available Studio apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Laurel Hill105$799$401
Skyland Estates101$799$401
St Andrews89$799$401
Riverside Forest88$799$401
Far North Columbia84$799$749
Pine Valley83$799$749
Byrneswood79$799$799
Northeast Arcadia Lakes73$850$799
Sandwood Hills67$850$799
Fort Jackson65$850$799

Largest Available Columbia Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in Columbia, SC is found at Sola Station in the Eva P. Trezevant neighborhood and is 764 square feet priced from $1,802. The Cardinal Apartments in the East Columbia neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 573 square feet and currently listed start at $1,411. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Columbia:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Sola StationA1-B764 Sq Ft$1,802
The Cardinal ApartmentsS1573 Sq Ft$1,411
Devine DistrictT-1S573 Sq Ft$1,545
Colonial Pointe ApartmentsStudio557 Sq Ft$849
Advenir at One ElevenPalmetto551 Sq Ft$1,467
Capri ApartmentsStudio550 Sq Ft$925
Siegel Select ColumbiaStudio Large - Weekly Rate550 Sq Ft$425
Main Street LivingBarringer: Studio480 Sq Ft$1,215
Berry BuildingBarringer: Studio480 Sq Ft$1,215
Cypress RunStudio | 1 Bath331 Sq Ft$749

Cheapest Available Columbia Studio Apartments

As of May 22, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Columbia, SC is the Studio - Weekly Rate Model starting from $401 at Siegel Select Columbia in the Skyland Estates neighborhood. The second most affordable Columbia Studio is the Studio | 1 Bath Model at Cypress Run starting at $749 in the Riverside Forest neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Columbia is currently $965. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Columbia:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Siegel Select ColumbiaStudio - Weekly Rate$401
Cypress RunStudio | 1 Bath$749
The DylanB50 - Income Restricted$750
Broad View0x1$799
Springwood0x1$799
Colonial Pointe ApartmentsStudio$849
Capri ApartmentsStudio$925
Cornell Arms ApartmentsStudio One Bedroom$950
Serenity Apartments at West ColumbiaStudio$999
Main Street LivingBarringer: Studio$1,215

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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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Kama2+ years in Columbia

December 15, 2025

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

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February 25, 2025

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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Columbia Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Columbia with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in Columbia is at Siegel Select Columbia listed at $401.

How much is the average rent for a Studio Columbia Apartment?

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Columbia is $965.

What is the largest available Studio Columbia Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Columbia is a 764 square feet unit starting from $1,802 at Sola Station.

What is the average size for Columbia Studio Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Studio rental in Columbia is currently 1,643 sq ft.

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