
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Columbia Neighborhood of Columbia, SC (58 Rentals)


1321 Lofts

Cornell Arms Apartments

The Dylan

1813 Main

The Park

Main Street Living

Total Monthly Price
The Palms 1101

Hampton House

Senate Plaza
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The Wilshire House

Claire Tower

The Palms on Main

1215 Elmwood Ave

2223-2225 Greene St

230 S Gregg St

1219 Elmwood Ave

1100 Wheat St

1520 Senate St

934 Laurens St
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601 Main St

Adesso

USC - Honors College Residence

2508 Monroe St

637-641 Henderson St

1427 Pendleton St

213-223 Waccamaw Ave

1614 Greene St

504 Edisto Ave

624-634 Pickens St
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1507 Harden St

1107 Oak St

1724 Enoree Ave

312 S Edisto Ave

1006 Marion St

618 Pickens St

Allen Benedict Court

1801 Wheat St

Celia Saxon I

1215 Elmwood Ave
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Olympia Mills

2411 Blossom St

612 Whaley at The Mills

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Yugo Columbia Lofts

Sawyer on Lincoln

Tapp's Building

Berry Building

Kress Building

The Land Bank Loft Apartments
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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 | $1,284 | $850 | $1,699 |
Downtown Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,470 | $845 | $2,073 |
| Downtown Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,711 | $950 | $3,563 |
| Downtown Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,371 | $1,085 | $4,600 |
| Downtown Columbia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,232 | $965 | $5,500 |
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There are currently 58 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 Main Street Living and is listed at 1,118 square feet priced from $1,653. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main Street Living | Kress: 1 Bedroom | 1,118 Sq Ft | $1,653 |
| Kress Building | Kress: 1 Bedroom | 1,118 Sq Ft | $1,653 |
| Berry Building | Kress: 1 Bedroom | 1,118 Sq Ft | $1,582 |
| The Lady | 10E | 915 Sq Ft | $1,649 |
| The Land Bank Loft Apartments | A13 | 878 Sq Ft | $1,519 |
| 1321 Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 820 Sq Ft | $1,113 |
| Senate Plaza | One Bedroom | 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 |
| The Palms 1101 | Sago | 572 Sq Ft | $1,939 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Columbia of Columbia, SC is the 1x1 525 Model starting from $950 at Claire Tower. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Columbia is currently $1,470. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Claire Tower | 1x1 525 | $950 |
| Main Street Living | Barringer: 1 Bedroom | $1,027 |
| Berry Building | Barringer: 1 Bedroom | $1,027 |
| 1321 Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | $1,113 |
| The Dylan | B-80% - 1 bedroom | $1,195 |
| The Land Bank Loft Apartments | The Quion | $1,339 |
| Hampton House | 1 Bedroom without Balcony | $1,350 |
| The Wilshire House | Standard | $1,450 |
| Kress Building | Kress: 1 Bedroom | $1,582 |
| The Lady | 10E | $1,649 |
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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.
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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 Claire Tower listed at $950.
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 $1,470.
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 1,118 square feet unit starting from $1,653 at Main Street Living.
What is the average size for Downtown Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Downtown Columbia is currently 1,084 sq ft.
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