
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Columbia Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $800 (59 Rentals) Page 2 of 2
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1101 Short St
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117 Church St

119 Church St

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2326 Stark St
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 | $1,299 | $800 | $1,750 |
| Downtown Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,403 | $800 | $2,099 |
| Downtown Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,724 | $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 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 59 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Columbia Neighborhood of Columbia, SC.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Columbia Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Columbia?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Columbia is under $1,313.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Columbia?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Columbia is Lofts at Lourie's which is listed at $1,032, while the average apartment in Downtown Columbia costs $3,200.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Columbia?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 28 regular apartments in Downtown Columbia that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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Local Experts Top 8: Affordable Columbia, SC Neighborhoods for Quality Living
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