
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bethel-Bishop-Chappell Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $500 (29 Rentals)
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3700 N Main St

Towers at Forest Acres

Pine Tree Apartments

4300-14302 Wentworth Dr

Five Points Residential

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2922 Chestnut St, Unit A

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Bethel-Bishop-Chappell, Columbia, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bethel-Bishop-Chappell?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bethel-Bishop-Chappell Studio Apartments | $1,172 | $750 | $1,862 |
| Bethel-Bishop-Chappell 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,431 | $752 | $2,287 |
| Bethel-Bishop-Chappell 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,300 | $845 | $3,058 |
| Bethel-Bishop-Chappell 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,631 | $1,100 | $3,800 |
| Bethel-Bishop-Chappell 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,258 | $1,267 | $3,250 |
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Cheapest Available Bethel-Bishop-Chappell Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bethel-Bishop-Chappell area of Columbia, SC is a 1 Bed unit found at Pine Tree Apartments priced from $805. Towers at Forest Acres has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $866. Here are the most affordable Bethel-Bishop-Chappell apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pine Tree Apartments | 1 Bedroom - 1Bathroom - Waitlist Only | 1BR,1BA | $805 |
| Towers at Forest Acres | 1B - 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $866 |
| Five Points Residential | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| Gable Oaks Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Arrington Place Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $997 |
| Waters at Fairfield | 2 Bed / 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,030 |
| Elmwood Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| The Babcock | Suite 009 | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Bennet at BullStreet | A2 | Studio,1BA | $1,532 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bethel-Bishop-Chappell, SC
As of March 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bethel-Bishop-Chappell area is the $1.16 price per square foot 3 Beds, 1 bath Model at Arrington Place Apartments in the in the East Columbia neighborhood starting from $1,143. The second greatest value Bethel-Bishop-Chappell apartment is the Three Bedrooms Model at Gable Oaks Apartments starting at $1,295 with a $1.44 price per square foot in the Lincolnshire neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bethel-Bishop-Chappell apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arrington Place Apartments | 3 Beds, 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Gable Oaks Apartments | Three Bedrooms | 3BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Elmwood Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Pine Tree Apartments | 1 Bedroom - 1Bathroom - Waitlist Only | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| Waters at Fairfield | 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| The Babcock | Suite 009 | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| Five Points Residential | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| 2922 Chestnut St, Unit A | 2922 Chestnut St | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Bennet at BullStreet | A1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.94 |
| Towers at Forest Acres | 1B - 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bethel-Bishop-Chappell Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Bethel-Bishop-Chappell?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Bethel-Bishop-Chappell is under $1,532.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bethel-Bishop-Chappell?
The cheapest apartment in Bethel-Bishop-Chappell is Pine Tree Apartments which is listed at $805, while the average apartment in Bethel-Bishop-Chappell costs $2,258.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Bethel-Bishop-Chappell?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 38 regular apartments in Bethel-Bishop-Chappell that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Bethel-Bishop-Chappell?
Cheap apartments in Bethel-Bishop-Chappell have an average cost of $634 which is $1,624 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bethel-Bishop-Chappell.
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