
Apartments for Rent in Columbia, SC with Utilities Included (128 Rentals)
Apartments in Columbia where your utility payments are included in your rent.


Vantage at Wildewood

The Point at Chestnut Hill

1813 Main

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The Roseberry

Arcadia's Edge Apartments

Town Center at Lake Carolina

Canalside Lofts

Arbor Landing Apartments

Rivers Edge at Carolina Stadium
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Briargate

Cross Hill Apartments

Wellington Farms Apartment Homes

Riverwalk Vista

Retreat at St. Andrews

Stoneridge Senior Village

Alera West

Killian Lakes Apartments and Townhomes

Silver Station Apartment Homes
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Landmark of Columbia

Sage Pointe

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Whispering Pines

Windsor Shores Apartments

Carrington Place at Wildewood Apartments

Wellington Residential

Richland Terrace Apartments

Briar Grove Apartment Homes
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Cypress Run

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West Winds Townhomes

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Pine Grove Apartments

Brook Pines

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Claussens

Senate Plaza

Palmetto Gardens
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Mill Creek Manor Senior Living

NOMA Flats

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Roost, The

Regent Park Apartments

Arrington Place Apartments

Claire Tower

Garden Lakes

Colonial Pointe Apartments

The Villages at Congaree Pointe
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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 with Utilities Included | $1,009 | $401 | $2,006 |
| Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments with Utilities Included | $1,335 | $650 | $2,825 |
| Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments with Utilities Included | $1,500 | $450 | $3,070 |
| Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments with Utilities Included | $1,693 | $699 | $5,331 |
| Columbia 4 Bedroom Apartments with Utilities Included | $1,596 | $530 | $4,979 |
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Columbia, SC Local Guide

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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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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 $1,400.
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 $629 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 752 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
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Local Experts Top 8: Affordable Columbia, SC Neighborhoods for Quality Living
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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
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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.






