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Towers at Forest Acres
2050 N Beltline BlvdColumbia, SC 29204
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Druid Hills Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $600 (18 Rentals)
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Claire Tower
1041 Marion StColumbia, SC 29201
2223-2225 Greene St
ColumbiaSC29205
4300-14302 Wentworth Dr
ColumbiaSC29203
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Five Points Residential
4301 Grand StColumbia, SC 29203
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The Landings at Forest Acres
3431 Covenant RdColumbia, SC 29204
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$997 - $1,2672 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Arrington Place Apartments
1720 Van Heise StColumbia, SC 29204
2628 Parkwood Dr
ColumbiaSC29204
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The Cooper
4214 Bethel Church RdColumbia, SC 29206
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Ravenwood Hills
4215 Bethel Church RdColumbia, SC 29206
3232 Brookwood Ct
ColumbiaSC29204
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Cornell Arms Apartments
1230 Pendleton StColumbia, SC 29201
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2202 Liberty St
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Mauldin Village
5418 Mauldin AveColumbia, SC 29203
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Barkoot Apartments
4679 Fort Jackson BlvdColumbia, SC 29209
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Lamplighter Apartments
1730 Windover StColumbia, SC 29204
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801 King St
801 King StColumbia, SC 29205
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2411 Blossom St
2411 Blossom StColumbia, SC 29205
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Druid Hills, Columbia, SC Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Druid Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Druid Hills Studio Apartments | $1,385 | $789 | $1,685 |
| Druid Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,472 | $819 | $1,865 |
| Druid Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,648 | $845 | $2,760 |
| Druid Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,771 | $1,100 | $2,987 |
| Druid Hills 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,115 | $1,267 | $3,250 |
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Cheapest Available Druid Hills Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Druid Hills area of Columbia, SC is a Studio unit found at Towers at Forest Acres priced from $789. Five Points Residential has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable Druid Hills apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Towers at Forest Acres | 0B - Studio | Studio,1BA | $789 |
| Five Points Residential | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| Arrington Place Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $997 |
| Ravenwood Hills | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Cornell Arms Apartments | Studio One Bedroom | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Druid Hills, SC
As of March 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Druid Hills area is the $1.23 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at The Cooper in the in the East Columbia neighborhood starting from $1,359. The second greatest value Druid Hills apartment is the 2 Bedroom-Upgrade Model at 700 Woodrow starting at $1,995 with a $1.90 price per square foot in the Waverly neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Druid Hills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cooper | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| 700 Woodrow | 2 Bedroom-Upgrade | 2BR,2BA | $1.90 |
| Arrington Place Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| The Carolinian | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Ravenwood Hills | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Claussens | Loft | Studio ,1.5BA | $2.19 |
| The Babcock | Suite 009 | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| Hampton House | 1 Bedroom with Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| Five Points Residential | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Towers at Forest Acres | 0B - Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.97 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Druid Hills Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Druid Hills?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Druid Hills is under $1,387.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Druid Hills?
The cheapest apartment in Druid Hills is Towers at Forest Acres which is listed at $819, while the average apartment in Druid Hills costs $3,200.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Druid Hills?
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 4 regular apartments in Druid Hills that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Druid Hills?
Cheap apartments in Druid Hills have an average cost of $274 which is $2,926 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Druid Hills.
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