
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bradley Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $600 (36 Rentals)
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2815 Howell Ct

1800-1-1800 1/2 Cherry Laurel Dr

2714 Forest Dr

The Landings at Forest Acres

2508 Laurel St

Arrington Place Apartments

3232 Brookwood Ct

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3415 Piedmont Ave, Unit A
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Ravenwood Hills

2455 Gervais St

1102 Rumar St

2511 Youman St

The Cooper

1908 St Louis Ave

Arcadia's Edge Apartments

42 Magnolia + 5000 Forest

Mauldin Village
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2710 Howell Ct

3202 Colin Kelly Dr

2228 Harper St

2815 Howell Ct

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Gable Oaks Apartments

The Pines at Farrow Apartments

2447 Gervais St

1227 Barnwell St
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2225 Waites Rd

1102 Rumar St

3419 Piedmont Ave

5867 Ames Rd

120 Brookland Cir

3600 Chateau Dr

5000 Forest

3540 White St

1623 Brennen 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 | $1,564 | $1,498 | $1,630 |
| Bradley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,405 | $798 | $1,966 |
| Bradley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,613 | $850 | $2,802 |
| Bradley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,680 | $1,100 | $2,913 |
| Bradley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,036 | $1,267 | $2,900 |
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There are currently 36 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Bradley Neighborhood of Columbia, SC.
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Cheapest Available Bradley Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bradley area of Columbia, SC is a 1 Bed unit found at Towers at Forest Acres priced from $869. 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 | 1C - 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $869 |
| Gable Oaks Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Arrington Place Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $997 |
| Ravenwood Hills | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| The Cooper | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Arcadia's Edge Apartments | A1 LilyPad Garden - 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,340 |
| 42 Magnolia + 5000 Forest | B-42 | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bradley, SC
As of May 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bradley area is the $1.27 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at The Cooper in the in the East Columbia neighborhood starting from $1,399. 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 | $1.27 |
| Arrington Place Apartments | 3 Beds, 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Gable Oaks Apartments | Three Bedrooms | 3BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Towers at Forest Acres | 2B - 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Arcadia's Edge Apartments | A2 Edge Garden - 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Ravenwood Hills | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| 42 Magnolia + 5000 Forest | B-42 | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| 3415 Piedmont Ave, Unit A | 3415 Piedmont Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.71 |
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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 $869 at Towers at Forest Acres.
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 $997 at Arrington Place 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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