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1041 Marion StColumbia, SC 29201
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4301 Grand StColumbia, SC 29203
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Gable Oaks Apartments
901 Colleton StColumbia, SC 29203
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1300 Johnson AveColumbia, SC 29203
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1720 Van Heise StColumbia, SC 29204
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2922 Chestnut StColumbia, SC 29204
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Lofts at Lourie's
1601 Main StColumbia, SC 29201
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River Ridge
3638 Falling Springs RdColumbia, SC 29203
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1413 Cherokee St
1413 Cherokee StColumbia, SC 29201
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3232 Brookwood Ct
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Canalside Lofts
383 Taylor StColumbia, SC 29201
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Main Street Living
1604 Main StColumbia, SC 29201
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The Babcock
2110 Pickens StColumbia, SC 29201
4017 Ensor Ave
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NOMA Flats
2637 River DrColumbia, SC 29201
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Elmwood Lofts
1003 Elmwood AveColumbia, SC 29201
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Veranda at North Main
3700 N Main StColumbia, SC 29203
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5418 Mauldin AveColumbia, SC 29203
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1730 Windover StColumbia, SC 29204
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5779 Ames RdColumbia, SC 29203
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2617 River DrColumbia, SC 29201
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Berry Building
1600-1608 Main StColumbia, SC 29201
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801 King St
801 King StColumbia, SC 29205
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Booker Washington Heights, Columbia, SC Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Booker Washington Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Booker Washington Heights Studio Apartments | $1,226 | $750 | $1,939 |
| Booker Washington Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,522 | $752 | $2,287 |
| Booker Washington Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,711 | $845 | $3,119 |
| Booker Washington Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,799 | $1,143 | $3,849 |
| Booker Washington Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,040 | $1,267 | $4,604 |
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Cheapest Available Booker Washington Heights Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Booker Washington Heights area of Columbia, SC is a 2 Beds unit found at Five Points Residential priced from $900. Gable Oaks Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $949. Here are the most affordable Booker Washington Heights apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Five Points Residential | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| Gable Oaks Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Columbia Rising | Modern 2bd & 3bd homes ready for you! | 2BR,1BA | $975 |
| River Ridge | studio | Studio,1BA | $977 |
| Arrington Place Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $997 |
| Lofts at Lourie's | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,032 |
| Hub Columbia | 4x3 | 4BR,3BA | $1,090 |
| Main Street Living | Barringer: Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,138 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Booker Washington Heights, SC
As of February 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Booker Washington Heights area is the $0.89 price per square foot 4x4 Oasis Model at Hub Columbia in the in the Waverly neighborhood starting from $1,249. The second greatest value Booker Washington Heights apartment is the 2 BR Model at NOMA Flats starting at $1,349 with a $1.36 price per square foot in the Eau Claire neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Booker Washington Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hub Columbia | 4x4 Oasis | 4BR,4BA | $0.89 |
| NOMA Flats | 2 BR | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Arrington Place Apartments | 3 Beds, 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| 1413 Cherokee St | 1413 Cherokee St | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| River Ridge | 2bd1.5bth | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.15 |
| Columbia Rising | Modern 2bd & 3bd homes ready for you! | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| The Carolinian | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Gable Oaks Apartments | Three Bedrooms | 3BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Elmwood Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Five Points Residential | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Booker Washington Heights Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Booker Washington Heights?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Booker Washington Heights is under $1,138.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Booker Washington Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Booker Washington Heights is Gable Oaks Apartments which is listed at $949, while the average apartment in Booker Washington Heights costs $3,250.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Booker Washington Heights?
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 11 regular apartments in Booker Washington Heights 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 Booker Washington Heights?
Cheap apartments in Booker Washington Heights have an average cost of $291 which is $2,959 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Booker Washington Heights.
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