
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bradley Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $635 (40 Rentals)
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Towers At Forest Acres

The Landings at Forest Acres

Gable Oaks Apartments

1403-1407 McArthur Ave

2508 Laurel St

Arrington Place Apartments

The Cooper
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1413 Cherokee St

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Ravenwood Hills

3232 Brookwood Ct

1063 Prescott Rd

1507 Brennen Rd

102 Marietta St

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5408 Mauldin Ave, Unit 5408 Mauldin ave

Mauldin Village
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2710 Howell Ct

2801 Howell Ct

2719 Howell Ct

3064 Beaumont Ave

2228 Harper St

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The Pines at Farrow Apartments

1227 Barnwell St
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5846 Ames Rd

1739 Dairy St

5873 Ames Rd

2833 Wesley Dr

1221 King St

2838 Ashton St

2201 Washington St

2705-2707 School House Rd
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1510 Colleton St

5867 Ames Rd

1509 Brennen Rd

1700 Broadland Ave

2302-2304 Center St

1700 Dalloz Rd

5000 Forest

2915 Oakview Rd
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Bradley, Columbia, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bradley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bradley Studio Apartments | $1,507 | $879 | $1,622 |
| Bradley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,456 | $932 | $1,995 |
| Bradley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,660 | $850 | $2,827 |
| Bradley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,913 | $1,100 | $2,988 |
| Bradley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,615 | $1,267 | $1,850 |
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Cheapest Available Bradley Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bradley area of Columbia, SC is a Studio unit found at Towers At Forest Acres priced from $874. Gable Oaks Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $949. Here are the most affordable Bradley apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Towers At Forest Acres | Camellia | Studio,1BA | $874 |
| Gable Oaks Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Ravenwood Hills | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,120 |
| Arrington Place Apartments | 3 Beds, 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $1,143 |
| The Cooper | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,199 |
| Arcadia's Edge Apartments | A1 LilyPad Garden - 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| 42 Magnolia + 5000 Forest | A-5000 | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| The Cardinal Apartments | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,497 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bradley, SC
As of September 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bradley area is the $1.18 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at The Cooper in the in the East Columbia neighborhood starting from $1,299. The second greatest value Bradley apartment is the 3 Beds, 1 bath Model at Arrington Place Apartments starting at $1,143 with a $1.16 price per square foot in the East Columbia neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bradley apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cooper | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Arrington Place Apartments | 3 Beds, 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| 1413 Cherokee St | 1413 Cherokee St | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Gable Oaks Apartments | Three Bedrooms | 3BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| 5408 Mauldin Ave, Unit 5408 Mauldin ave | 5408 Mauldin Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| Ravenwood Hills | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Arcadia's Edge Apartments | A1 LilyPad Garden - 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| 42 Magnolia + 5000 Forest | A-5000 | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| The Cardinal Apartments | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.61 |
| Towers At Forest Acres | Camellia | Studio ,1BA | $1.94 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bradley Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bradley Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bradley Apartment is $949 at Gable Oaks Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Bradley Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Bradley is starting from $1,041 at Gable Oaks Apartments.
What is the most affordable Bradley Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Bradley Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Arrington Place Apartments and starts from $1,143.
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