Cheap Homes for Rent in Colonial Heights Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $800 (36 Rentals)

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property at 2714 Forest Dr

$925

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$925
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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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2714 Forest Dr

ColumbiaSC29204

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property at 301 Glenn Ave

$1,400

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4 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent

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301 Glenn Ave

ColumbiaSC29203

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Colonial Heights, Columbia, SC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Colonial Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Colonial Heights area of Columbia, SC is a 3 Beds unit found at Benton Crossing priced from $427. The Dylan has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Colonial Heights apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Benton CrossingThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$427
The DylanA-50% income restricted studioStudio,1BA$800
Hillandale ApartmentsNewly Renovated 1 Bed Apartments in Columbia SC1BR,1BA$870
River Ridge1bd1bth1BR,1BA$899
Five Points Residential2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$900
Gable Oaks ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$949
Stone Ridge Apartments1x11BR,1BA$950
Arrington Place Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$997
Hub Columbia4x34BR,3BA$1,070

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Colonial Heights, SC

As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Colonial Heights area is the $0.93 price per square foot 4x4 Oasis Model at Hub Columbia in the in the Waverly neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Colonial Heights apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Benton Crossing starting at $427 with a $0.36 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Hub Columbia4x4 Oasis4BR,4BA$0.93
Benton CrossingThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.36
Tapp's BuildingTapps: 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.36
Hillandale ApartmentsSpacious 2-Bedroom Apartments Now Leasing – $92...2BR,1BA$1.03
Columbia RisingAct NOW to be the first in a new FABULOUS 3bd!3BR,1BA$1.49
Gable Oaks ApartmentsThree Bedrooms3BR,1BA$1.36
Waters at Fairfield2 Bed / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.56
River Ridge1bd1bth1BR,1BA$1.17
Stone Ridge Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1.27
Five Points Residential2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.42

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Colonial Heights, Columbia, SC

Ranked #52

Among cities in South Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Colonial Heights

What type of rentals are currently available in Colonial Heights?

There are currently 134 Apartments for Rent in Colonial Heights, SC with pricing that ranges from $800 to $3,800. There are also 82 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Colonial Heights ranging from $825 to $4,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Colonial Heights?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Colonial Heights ranges from $825 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,340.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Colonial Heights?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Colonial Heights range from $1,143 to $3,800, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,250 to $3,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,267.

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