Cheap Homes for Rent in the Downtown Columbia Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $800 (17 Rentals)

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property at 1600 Park Cir

$1,600

Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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1600 Park Cir

ColumbiaSC29201

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property at 619 King St

$1,470

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2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Condo for Rent

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619 King St, Unit 402

619 King St
ColumbiaSC29205

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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 1 Bed unit found at The Carolinian priced from $1,001. Lofts at Lourie's has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,032. Here are the most affordable Downtown Columbia apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Carolinian1 Bedroon 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,001
Lofts at Lourie's1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,032
Berry BuildingBarringer: 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,043
Main Street LivingBarringer: 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,043
The DylanC-80% income restricted studioStudio,1BA$1,095

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Columbia, SC

As of August 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Columbia area is the $1.91 price per square foot 2 bedroom 1 bath Model at Lofts at Lourie's in the in the Eva P. Trezevant neighborhood starting from $1,913. The second greatest value Downtown Columbia apartment is the 2332 Stark St Model at 2332 Stark St, Unit 2-unit Duplex starting at $1,400 with a $1.44 price per square foot in the Waverly 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.
Lofts at Lourie's2 bedroom 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.91
2332 Stark St, Unit 2-unit Duplex2332 Stark St2BR,1BA$1.44
The Carolinian1 Bedroon 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.43
Hampton House1 Bedroom with Balcony1BR,1BA$2.23
Cornell Arms ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.97
2603 Kiawah Ave, Unit Kiawah Avenue2603 Kiawah Ave1BR,1BA$2.59
The Wilshire HouseStandard1BR,1BA$2.76
Main Street LivingBarringer: StudioStudio ,1BA$2.76
Berry BuildingBarringer: StudioStudio ,1BA$2.76
The DylanC-80% income restricted studioStudio ,1BA$2.74

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Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC

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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 Downtown Columbia

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Columbia?

There are currently 125 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Columbia, SC with pricing that ranges from $800 to $3,200. There are also 44 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Columbia ranging from $875 to $4,360.

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 $875 to $4,360 with an average monthly rent of $2,250.

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 $1,085 to $2,659, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,000 to $3,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $875 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $965.

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