
Apartments for Rent in Columbia, SC Under $1,200 with Utilities Included (69 Rentals)
Apartments in Columbia where your utility payments are included in your rent.


1527 Gervais St

Sage Pointe

Landmark of Columbia

Whispering Pines

Wellington Residential

Waters at Fairfield

Palmetto Gardens

Hunter's Green

Stone Ridge Apartments
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Brook Pines

Tanglewood

Windsor Shores Apartments

Wellington Farms Apartment Homes

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Retreat at St. Andrews

The Villages at Congaree Pointe

Claire Tower

Riverwalk Vista

Cypress Run
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Rivers Edge at Carolina Stadium

Roost, The

Redpoint Columbia

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Siegel Select Columbia

Alera West

2411 Blossom St

The Row at the Stadium

Pulaski Square Townhomes

Hub Columbia

650 Lincoln
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Brookside Crossing Apartments

Stadium Suites Student Housing

Winterberry Place

Hunters Mill

Raintree II

The Rive

Greene Crossing

Lamplighter Apartments

Dira East

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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 | $1,278 | $401 | $2,496 |
| Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,365 | $675 | $2,730 |
| Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,519 | $450 | $4,060 |
| Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,642 | $649 | $4,359 |
| Columbia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,894 | $499 | $5,418 |
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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 Utilities Included Columbia Apartments
What is the Cheapest Utilities Included apartment in Columbia?
Currently the most affordable Utilities Included Apartment in Columbia is at Siegel Select Columbia listed at $401.
How much is the average rent for a Utilities Included Columbia Apartment?
The average rent for a Utilities Included Apartment in Columbia is $1,476.
What is the largest Utilities Included Columbia Apartment for rent?
Today's Utilities Included apartment with the most square footage in Columbia is a 2,000 square feet unit starting from $609 at Roost, The.
What is the average size for Columbia Utilities Included Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Utilities Included rental in Columbia is currently at 746 sq ft.
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