
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Colonial Heights Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $500 (19 Rentals)
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3700 N Main St

Pine Tree Apartments

4300-14302 Wentworth Dr

Five Points Residential

Gable Oaks Apartments
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Colonial Heights, Columbia, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Colonial Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colonial Heights Studio Apartments | $1,168 | $750 | $2,006 |
| Colonial Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,516 | $752 | $2,476 |
| Colonial Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,415 | $845 | $2,889 |
| Colonial Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,550 | $1,143 | $3,849 |
| Colonial Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,210 | $1,267 | $5,115 |
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There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Colonial Heights Neighborhood of Columbia, SC.
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Cheapest Available Colonial Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Colonial Heights area of Columbia, SC is a 1 Bed unit found at Pine Tree Apartments priced from $805. Five Points Residential has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable Colonial Heights apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pine Tree Apartments | Join the Waitlist – Newly Renovated 1 Bed Apart... | 1BR,1BA | $805 |
| Five Points Residential | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| Gable Oaks Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Elmwood Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| River Ridge | studio | Studio,1BA | $977 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Colonial Heights, SC
As of March 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Colonial Heights area is the $0.90 price per square foot 4x4 Oasis Model at Hub Columbia in the in the Waverly neighborhood starting from $1,260. The second greatest value Colonial Heights apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Benton Crossing starting at $1,115 with a $0.95 price per square foot in the Eau Claire neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Colonial Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hub Columbia | 4x4 Oasis | 4BR,4BA | $0.90 |
| Benton Crossing | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.95 |
| Tapp's Building | Tapps: 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Arrington Place Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| 1413 Cherokee St | 1413 Cherokee St | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Gable Oaks Apartments | Three Bedrooms | 3BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| The Carolinian | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Elmwood Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Pine Tree Apartments | Join the Waitlist – Newly Renovated 1 Bed Apart... | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| Waters at Fairfield | 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Colonial Heights Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Colonial Heights?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Colonial Heights is under $1,070.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Colonial Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Colonial Heights is Pine Tree Apartments which is listed at $805, while the average apartment in Colonial Heights costs $3,250.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Colonial 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 27 regular apartments in Colonial Heights that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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