Studio Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Columbia Neighborhood of Columbia, SC (36 Rentals)

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property at 1520 Senate St

$1,500 - $2,300

Studio Rentals

Available Aug 1

1520 Senate St

ColumbiaSC29201

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property at 1600 Park Cir

$925 - $1,600

Studio Rentals

Available Aug 1

1600 Park Cir

ColumbiaSC29201
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1600 Park Cir
Studio Apartments

1600 Park Cir

1600 Park CirColumbia, SC 29201
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2530-2550 Lee St
Studio Apartments

2530-2550 Lee St

2530-2550 Lee StColumbia, SC 29205
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236 S Harden St
Studio Apartments

236 S Harden St

236 S Harden StColumbia, SC 29205
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Hermitage
Studio Apartments

Hermitage

619 King StColumbia, SC 29205

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209 S Harden St
Studio Apartments

209 S Harden St

209 S Harden StColumbia, SC 29205
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1726 Sumter St
Studio Apartments

1726 Sumter St

1726 Sumter StColumbia, SC 29201
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2318-2324 Lee St
Studio Apartments

2318-2324 Lee St

2318-2324 Lee StColumbia, SC 29205
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1614 Greene St
Studio Apartments

1614 Greene St

1614 Greene StColumbia, SC 29201
Student Housing
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Barnwell Colony
Studio Apartments

Barnwell Colony

1255 Barnwell StColumbia, SC 29201
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1218 Bull St
Studio Apartments

1218 Bull St

1218 Bull StColumbia, SC 29201

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Berry Building
Studio Apartments

Berry Building

1600-1608 Main StColumbia, SC 29201
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Kress Building
Studio Apartments

Kress Building

1502 Main StColumbia, SC 29201
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Finlay House
Studio Apartments

Finlay House

2100 Blossom StColumbia, SC 29205
Senior Living
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1525 Bull St
Studio Apartments

1525 Bull St

1525 Bull StColumbia, SC 29201
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Greene Crossing
Studio Apartments

Greene Crossing

708 Pulaski StColumbia, SC 29201
Student Housing
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Hub Columbia
Studio Apartments

Hub Columbia

1426 Main StColumbia, SC 29201
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2411 Blossom St
Studio Apartments

2411 Blossom St

2411 Blossom StColumbia, SC 29205
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Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC Local Guide

Largest Available Downtown Columbia Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in the Downtown Columbia area of Columbia, SC is found at Main Street Living and is listed at 480 square feet priced from $995. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Main Street LivingBarringer: Studio480 Sq Ft$995
Berry BuildingBarringer: Studio480 Sq Ft$995
Senate PlazaStudio462 Sq Ft$1,350
The DylanD80425 Sq Ft$1,199
Cornell Arms ApartmentsStudio One Bedroom365 Sq Ft$950

Cheapest Available Downtown Columbia Studio Apartments

Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit Downtown Columbia of Columbia, SC is the B50 Model starting from $750 at The Dylan. The average price for all Studio apartments in Downtown Columbia is currently $1,119. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The DylanB50$750
Cornell Arms ApartmentsStudio One Bedroom$950
Berry BuildingBarringer: Studio$995
Main Street LivingBarringer: Studio$995
Senate PlazaStudio$1,350

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC

Ranked #68

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Downtown Columbia Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown Columbia with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in Downtown Columbia is at The Dylan listed at $750.

How much is the average rent for a Studio Downtown Columbia Apartment?

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Downtown Columbia is $1,119.

What is the largest available Studio Downtown Columbia Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Columbia is a 480 square feet unit starting from $995 at Main Street Living.

What is the average size for Downtown Columbia Studio Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Studio rental in Downtown Columbia is currently 350 sq ft.

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