
Cheap Homes for Rent in East Columbia Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $800 (20 Rentals)
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2322 Two Notch Rd

1215 King St

2242 Ervin St

3209 Wilmot Ave

4600 Fort Jackson Blvd, Unit 151
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918 King St

914 King St

241 Vallejo Cir

2801 Shandon Pl

715 Montague Rd
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3411 Brookwood Ct

1435 Shirley St

1440 Kingston Rd

4103 Devine St
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2226 Harper St

2228 Pinehurst Rd

2444 Washington St, Unit 2444

2808 Wheat St

2314 Senate St
East Columbia, Columbia, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in East Columbia?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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East Columbia 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,511 | $995 | $2,500 |
East Columbia 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,994 | $995 | $3,300 |
East Columbia 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,515 | $1,875 | $4,000 |
East Columbia 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,009 | $2,145 | $4,000 |
East Columbia 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,999 | $2,999 | $5,000 |
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There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Columbia Neighborhood of Columbia, SC.
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Cheapest Available East Columbia Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Columbia area of Columbia, SC is a 1 Bed unit found at Towers at Forest Acres priced from $1,003. Ravenwood Hills has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here are the most affordable East Columbia apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Towers at Forest Acres | 1A - 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,003 |
Ravenwood Hills | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
The Cooper | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,099 |
Carriage Place Condominiums | Two Bedrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1,275 |
42 Magnolia + 5000 Forest | PICKERING | 2BR,2BA | $1,370 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Columbia, SC
As of September 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Columbia area is the $1.14 price per square foot Two Bedrooms Model at Carriage Place Condominiums in the in the East Columbia neighborhood starting from $1,275. The second greatest value East Columbia apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at The Cooper starting at $1,199 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the East Columbia neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Columbia apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Carriage Place Condominiums | Two Bedrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1.14 |
The Cooper | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
The Cardinal Apartments | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.13 |
Ravenwood Hills | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
5th & Sloan | The Wheat | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
Devine District | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
5000 Forest | A | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
42 Magnolia + 5000 Forest | A | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
200 Arbor Dr, Unit C | 200 Arbor Dr | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
Towers at Forest Acres | 1A - 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about East Columbia
What type of rentals are currently available in East Columbia?
There are currently 114 Apartments for Rent in East Columbia, SC with pricing that ranges from $800 to $3,695. There are also 69 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Columbia ranging from $895 to $5,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Columbia?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Columbia ranges from $895 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,150.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in East Columbia?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Columbia range from $1,092 to $1,995, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $995 to $3,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,875 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,699.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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