
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Columbia Neighborhood of Columbia, SC (66 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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The Wilshire House

Senate Plaza

Claire Tower

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The Palms on Main

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230 S King St, Unit King

2603 Kiawah Ave, Unit Kiawah Avenue

601 Main St, Unit 511

1004 Pine St, Unit A3

1004 Pine St, Unit A2

1004 Pine St, Unit A1
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2511 Youman St

2129 Santee Ave

601 Main St

508 Graymont Ave

1100 Wheat St

1520 Senate St

526 Edisto Ave

1219 Elmwood Ave

Adesso

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1427 Pendleton St

1724 Enoree Ave

Celia Saxon I

1107 Oak St

Allen Benedict Court

312 S Edisto Ave

1006 Marion St

618 Pickens St

637-641 Henderson St

2508 Monroe St
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1507 Harden St

1215 Elmwood Ave

1801 Wheat St

213-223 Waccamaw Ave

1614 Greene St

504 Edisto Ave

624-634 Pickens St

Olympia Mills

2411 Blossom St

Park Place Columbia (Student Housing)
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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 | $1,259 | $800 | $1,750 |
Downtown Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,405 | $900 | $2,099 |
| Downtown Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,715 | $950 | $3,090 |
| Downtown Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,680 | $2,100 | $3,750 |
| Downtown Columbia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,495 | $2,495 | $2,495 |
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There are currently 66 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Columbia Neighborhood of Columbia, SC.
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Largest Available Downtown Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Downtown Columbia area of Columbia, SC is found at Berry Building and is listed at 950 square feet priced from $1,420. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berry Building | Tapps: 1 Bedroom | 950 Sq Ft | $1,420 |
| 1321 Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 820 Sq Ft | $1,113 |
| Main Street Living | Tapps: 1 Bedroom | 800 Sq Ft | $1,420 |
| Tapp's Building | Tapps: 1 Bedroom | 800 Sq Ft | $1,420 |
| Senate Plaza | One bedroom w/o balcony | 762 Sq Ft | $1,650 |
| Hampton House | 1 Bedroom without Balcony | 650 Sq Ft | $1,350 |
| The Wilshire House | Grande | 620 Sq Ft | $1,550 |
| Cornell Arms Apartments | One Bedroom | 584 Sq Ft | $1,150 |
| The Palms on Main | 1B | 580 Sq Ft | $1,350 |
| Kress Building | Kress: 1 Bedroom | 516 Sq Ft | $1,524 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Columbia of Columbia, SC is the 1 bedroom 1 bath Model starting from $1,032 at Lofts at Lourie's. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Columbia is currently $1,405. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Lofts at Lourie's | 1 bedroom 1 bath | $1,032 |
| 1321 Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | $1,113 |
| Berry Building | Barringer: 1 Bedroom | $1,128 |
| Main Street Living | Barringer: 1 Bedroom | $1,128 |
| Cornell Arms Apartments | One Bedroom | $1,150 |
| The Dylan | B80 - Income Restricted | $1,175 |
| The Land Bank Loft Apartments | The Balustrade | $1,199 |
| The Palms on Main | 1A | $1,313 |
| Hampton House | 1 Bedroom without Balcony | $1,350 |
| Tapp's Building | Tapps: 1 Bedroom | $1,420 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Columbia, Columbia, SC
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Among cities in South Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Downtown Columbia Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown Columbia with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Downtown Columbia is at Lofts at Lourie's listed at $1,032.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Downtown Columbia Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Columbia is $1,405.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Downtown Columbia Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Columbia is a 950 square feet unit starting from $1,420 at Berry Building.
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