
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Briarwood Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $800 (14 Rentals)
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Hunter's Green

Vantage at Wildewood

2904 Scotsman Rd
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Briarwood, Columbia, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Briarwood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Briarwood Studio Apartments | $1,700 | $1,700 | $1,700 |
| Briarwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,285 | $801 | $2,275 |
| Briarwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,551 | $925 | $2,600 |
| Briarwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,698 | $1,149 | $2,775 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Briarwood Neighborhood of Columbia, SC.
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Cheapest Available Briarwood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Briarwood area of Columbia, SC is a 1 Bed unit found at Mill Run Apartments priced from $801. Tanglewood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $880. Here are the most affordable Briarwood apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mill Run Apartments | The Lexington | 1BR,1BA | $801 |
| Tanglewood | 1BRx1BA | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
| Dira East Apartments | 1BR 1BTH | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Deerfield Run Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $925 |
| Hunter's Green | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Briarwood, SC
As of December 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Briarwood area is the $1.15 price per square foot 3BR 2.5BTH Model at Dira East Apartments in the in the Woodfield neighborhood starting from $1,549. The second greatest value Briarwood apartment is the C1 - Three Bedroom, Two Bathroom Model at Vantage at Wildewood starting at $1,760 with a $1.31 price per square foot in the Leesburg neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Briarwood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dira East Apartments | 3BR 2.5BTH | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.15 |
| Vantage at Wildewood | C1 - Three Bedroom, Two Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Carrington Place at Wildewood Apartments | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Atrium Place | Jasmine | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Hunter's Green | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Endora East Apartments | 2BR 2BTH | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Deerfield Run Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $0.93 |
| Tanglewood | 1BRx1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Arbors at Windsor Lake Apartments | Riverbirch | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Mill Run Apartments | The Kershaw | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleBriarwood, Columbia, SC
Ranked #35
Among cities in South Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com compiles millions of data points to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across South Carolina and customized analysis for Northern Columbia, SC. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Getting Around the Briarwood Neighborhood in Columbia, SC
Walk Score®
36 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
30 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Briarwood Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Briarwood?
The cheapest apartment in Briarwood is Mill Run Apartments which is listed at $801, while the average apartment in Briarwood costs $1,750.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Briarwood?
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 Briarwood 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 Briarwood?
Cheap apartments in Briarwood have an average cost of $165 which is $1,585 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Briarwood.
Expert Rental Resources
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