Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cottontow Bellevue Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $500 (27 Rentals)

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Veranda at North Main
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Veranda at North Main

3700 N Main StColumbia, SC 29203
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Berry Building
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Berry Building

1600-1608 Main StColumbia, SC 29201
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Benton Crossing
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Benton Crossing

2617 River DrColumbia, SC 29201

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Cottontow Bellevue, Columbia, SC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Cottontow Bellevue Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Cottontow Bellevue area of Columbia, SC is a 1 Bed unit found at Acasa Tropical Ridge priced from $894. Five Points Residential has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable Cottontow Bellevue apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Acasa Tropical Ridge1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$894
Five Points Residential2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$900
Westwood Estates1b1bs1BR,1BA$900
River Ridge1bd1bth1BR,1BA$905
Landmark at Pine CourtA2 Designer Plus1BR,1BA$925
Riverbanks Retreat2/1R2BR,1BA$950
Tamarind at StoneridgeSago1BR,1BA$966
Columbia RisingFreshly Updated 2bd Units with Wifi, and More!2BR,1BA$975
Benton CrossingTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$993
Lofts at Lourie's1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,032

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cottontow Bellevue, SC

As of December 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cottontow Bellevue area is the $0.89 price per square foot 4x4 Oasis Model at Hub Columbia in the in the Waverly neighborhood starting from $1,249. The second greatest value Cottontow Bellevue apartment is the Hudson Model at Broad River Trace starting at $1,520 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the Eau Claire neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cottontow Bellevue apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Hub Columbia4x4 Oasis4BR,4BA$0.89
Broad River TraceHudson3BR,2BA$1.17
NOMA Flats3 BR3BR,2BA$1.30
815 Raleigh St2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.10
Columbia RisingFreshly Updated 2bd Units with Wifi, and More!2BR,1BA$1.05
Benton CrossingTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.10
Landmark at Pine CourtA3 Designer Plus with W/D1BR,1BA$1.24
River Ridge1bd1bth1BR,1BA$1.17
Acasa Tropical Ridge1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.28
Riverbanks Retreat1/1R1BR,1BA$1.36

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Cottontow Bellevue, Columbia, SC

Ranked #13

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers works hard to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central Columbia, SC. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and convenient access to the outdoors, family-friendliness, raising pets, transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Cottontow Bellevue Neighborhood in Columbia, SC

Walk Score®

65 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

51 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

45 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cottontow Bellevue Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cottontow Bellevue?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Cottontow Bellevue is at Canalside Lofts listed at $1,070.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cottontow Bellevue Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cottontow Bellevue Apartment is $894 at Acasa Tropical Ridge.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cottontow Bellevue Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cottontow Bellevue is starting from $900 at Five Points Residential.

What is the most affordable Cottontow Bellevue Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Cottontow Bellevue Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Benton Crossing and starts from $1,115.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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