
Gated Apartments for Rent in Columbia, SC Under $1,500 (45 Rentals)


Senate Plaza

Grandview at Lake Murray

The Roseberry

The Wilshire House

5th & Sloan

Carriage Place

Vantage at Wildewood

NOMA Flats
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Polo Village

Varia at Oakcrest

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The Palms on Main

Briar Grove Apartment Homes

Claussens

Palmera Apartments

Town Center at Lake Carolina

Carrington Place at Wildewood Apartments

Towers at Forest Acres
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Atrium Place

Polo Commons

Hampton Greene Apartment Homes

Sage Pointe

1321 Lofts

St. Andrews Commons Apartment Homes

Deer Meadow Village

Acasa Vista Towers

Arbors at Windsor Lake Apartments
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Waters at Fairfield

The Carolinian

Rosewood Gardens

The Park

Briargate

Woodland Village Apartments

Greenbrier

Crestmont Apartments

The Dylan
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21 Oaks

Roost, The

Redpoint Columbia

The Lady

The Babcock

The Residence At Sandhill

Lullwater at Saluda Pointe

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Palisades of Blythewood I and II

Legacy At Sandhill
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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 | $1,286 | $401 | $2,464 |
| Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,365 | $675 | $2,582 |
| Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,524 | $450 | $4,060 |
| Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,632 | $649 | $3,957 |
| Columbia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,768 | $499 | $5,458 |
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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 Gated Columbia Apartments
What is the Cheapest Gated apartment in Columbia?
Currently the most affordable Gated Apartment in Columbia is at Redpoint Columbia listed at $475.
How much is the average rent for a Gated Columbia Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in Columbia is $1,804.
What is the largest Gated Columbia Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated 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 Gated Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Gated rental in Columbia is currently at 724 sq ft.
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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.

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Written by: Robin Stewart
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