Apartments for Rent in Columbia, SC Under $3,800 (340 Rentals)

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314 S Woodrow St
$2,400
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314 S Woodrow St

314 S Woodrow StColumbia, SC 29205
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1527 Gervais St
$2,312
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$2,212
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1527 Gervais St

1527 Gervais StColumbia, SC 29201
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Bennet at BullStreet
$1,899 - $2,881
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$1,789 - $2,771
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Bennet at BullStreet

2180 Pickens StColumbia, SC 29201
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907 Beaufort St, Unit 2
$1,750
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$1,750
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907 Beaufort St, Unit 2

907 Beaufort StColumbia, SC 29201
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Pointe Grand Columbia
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$1,684 - $2,042
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$1,286 - $1,644
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$398
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$1,684 - $2,042
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Pointe Grand Columbia

150 Powell RdColumbia, SC 29203
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The One at Columbia
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$1,621 - $2,276
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$1,495 - $2,150
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The One at Columbia

4415 Percival RdColumbia, SC 29229
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Vista Commons Apartments
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$1,499 - $2,638
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$1,449 - $2,588
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Vista Commons Apartments

1100 Pulaski StColumbia, SC 29201
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The Roseberry
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$1,475 - $2,699
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$1,420 - $2,644
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$1,475 - $2,699
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The Roseberry

137 Roseberry LnColumbia, SC 29223
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Station at Lake Murray
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$1,443 - $1,784
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$1,318 - $1,659
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$125
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$1,443 - $1,784
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Station at Lake Murray

2235 Lake Murray BlvdColumbia, SC 29212
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Grandview at Lake Murray
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$1,320 - $2,815
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$1,151 - $2,646
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Grandview at Lake Murray

2170 N Lake DrColumbia, SC 29212
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42 Magnolia + 5000 Forest
$1,299 - $2,200
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$1,174 - $2,075
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42 Magnolia + 5000 Forest

5150 Forest DrColumbia, SC 29206
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Claussens
Rent Specials
$1,275 - $1,749
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$1,220 - $1,694
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$1,275 - $1,749
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Claussens

2003 Greene StColumbia, SC 29205
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West Winds Townhomes
$1,255 - $1,580
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$1,095 - $1,420
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$160
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$1,255 - $1,580
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West Winds Townhomes

105 Hillpine RdColumbia, SC 29212
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The Carolinian
$1,250 - $1,391
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$1,205 - $1,346
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$1,250 - $1,391
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The Carolinian

1318 Pickens StColumbia, SC 29201
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Columbia, SC Local Guide

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Columbia, SC Area Reviews

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Kama • 2+ years in Columbia

December 15, 2025

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

Gwendolyn • 2+ years in Columbia

February 25, 2025

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Frequently Asked Questions about Columbia

How much are Studio apartments in Columbia?

There are currently 107 Studio Apartments in Columbia with rent ranges from $401 to $2,489 with an average price of $1,010.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Columbia Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Columbia ranges from $650 to $2,585 with an average monthly rent of $1,325.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Columbia cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Columbia range from $450 to $3,210. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,501.

How expensive are Columbia Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 245 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Columbia on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $650 to $5,211 - averaging $1,699 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Local Experts 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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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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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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.