
Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Columbia Neighborhood of Columbia, SC (188 Rentals)


1321 Lofts

Cornell Arms Apartments

1813 Main

Main Street Living

The Dylan

Lofts at Lourie's

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The Palms 1101

The Carolinian

Hampton House
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Claire Tower

1527 Gervais St

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The Palms on Main

1221 Pickens St

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230 S King St, Unit King

2603 Kiawah Ave, Unit Kiawah Avenue

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238 S Marion St, Unit 240
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717 Laurens Street

1600 Park Cir

1520 Senate St, Unit 11C

601 Main St, Unit 511

801 King St, Unit J

144 Lincoln St

900 Taylor St, Unit #212

1004 Pine St, Unit A1

1004 Pine St, Unit A3

1004 Pine St, Unit A2
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2002 Greene St

2002 Greene St

2511 Youman St

2002 Greene St, Unit 213

508 Graymont Ave

1609-1609 Hollywood Dr

1100 Wheat St

221 Tryon St

2121-2123 Tugaloo Ave

1520 Senate St
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2209-2211 Blossom St

602-604 Waccamaw Ave

2429 Monroe St

2508 Laurel St

147 S Pickens St

1318 House St

207-209 S Pickens St

303 King St

618-620 Saluda Ave

1816 Greene St
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Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Columbia?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Columbia Studio Apartments | $1,288 | $800 | $1,750 |
| Downtown Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,382 | $850 | $2,099 |
| Downtown Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,802 | $950 | $3,057 |
| Downtown Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,558 | $1,950 | $3,750 |
| Downtown Columbia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,495 | $2,495 | $2,495 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Columbia, Columbia, SC
Ranked #63
Among cities in South Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Columbia
How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Columbia?
There are currently 34 Studio Apartments in Downtown Columbia with rent ranges from $800 to $1,750 with an average price of $1,288.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Columbia Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Columbia ranges from $850 to $2,099 with an average monthly rent of $1,382.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Columbia cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Columbia range from $950 to $3,057. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,802.
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Local Experts Top 8: Affordable Columbia, SC Neighborhoods for Quality Living
Written by: Kama Offenberger
I'm Kama, the ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Columbia, South Carolina.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
Written by: Robin Stewart
Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.