Cheap Homes for Rent in East Central City Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $800 (19 Rentals)

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property at 2714 Forest Dr

$925

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$925

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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2714 Forest Dr

ColumbiaSC29204

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property at 2002 Greene St

$1,200 - $1,300

2 Bedroom Rentals

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2002 Greene St

ColumbiaSC29205

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East Central City, Columbia, SC Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Central City Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hampton House1 Bedroom without Balcony1BR,1BA$1,350
Devine & HeidtA1BR,1BA$1,695

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Central City, SC

As of June 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Central City area is the $2.23 price per square foot 1 Bedroom with Balcony Model at Hampton House in the in the Waverly neighborhood starting from $1,450. The second greatest value East Central City apartment is the A Model at Devine & Heidt starting at $1,695 with a $2.62 price per square foot in the Waverly neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Central City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Hampton House1 Bedroom with Balcony1BR,1BA$2.23
Devine & HeidtA1BR,1BA$2.62
3415 Piedmont Ave, Unit A3415 Piedmont Ave2BR,1BA$1.71

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Central City

What type of rentals are currently available in East Central City?

There are currently 74 Apartments for Rent in East Central City, SC with pricing that ranges from $795 to $4,000. There are also 44 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Central City ranging from $825 to $5,250.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Central City?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Central City ranges from $825 to $5,250 with an average monthly rent of $2,612.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in East Central City?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Central City range from $1,143 to $4,000, 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 $1,875 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,267.

Expert Rental Resources

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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