Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Columbia Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $800 (11 Rentals)

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property at 1600 Park Cir

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property at 1220 Gregg St

1220 Gregg St

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property at 1814 Greene St

1814 Greene St

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property at 1034 Kinard Ct

1034 Kinard Ct

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Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Columbia Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Columbia area of Columbia, SC is a Studio unit found at Cornell Arms Apartments priced from $950. Hub Columbia has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable Downtown Columbia apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cornell Arms ApartmentsStudio One BedroomStudio,1BA$950
Hub Columbia4x3 C4BR,3BA$995
Lofts at Lourie's1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,040
Main Street LivingBarringer: 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,124
1321 Lofts1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,169

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Columbia, SC

As of June 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Columbia area is the $2.05 price per square foot 2A Model at The Palms on Main in the in the Waverly neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value Downtown Columbia apartment is the Yucca Model at The Palms 1101 starting at $2,720 with a $2.51 price per square foot in the Eva P. Trezevant neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Columbia apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Palms on Main2A2BR,2BA$2.05
The Palms 1101Yucca2BR,2BA$2.51
Yugo Columbia Lofts2 Bed, 1 Bath Plus2BR,1BA$0.83
1321 Lofts2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.84
The BabcockSuite 3652BR,2BA$1.98
Indigo at BrickworksSanders1BR,1BA$2.01
Advenir at One ElevenCooper1BR,1BA$2.06
Lofts at Lourie's1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.36
The Wilshire HouseStandard1BR,1BA$2.51
Cornell Arms ApartmentsStudio One BedroomStudio ,1BA$2.60

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Columbia

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Columbia?

There are currently 131 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Columbia, SC with pricing that ranges from $800 to $6,220. There are also 43 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Columbia ranging from $850 to $6,600.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Columbia?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Columbia ranges from $850 to $6,600 with an average monthly rent of $2,664.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Columbia?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Columbia range from $1,095 to $5,390, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,500 to $3,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $850 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,700.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Written by: Sandy Baker

Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.