Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fort Jackson Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $500 (38 Rentals)

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Barkoot Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Barkoot Apartments

4679 Fort Jackson BlvdColumbia, SC 29209
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Arcadia Park
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Arcadia Park

2400 Kneece RdColumbia, SC 29223
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Beldon Spring Lake
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Beldon Spring Lake

3611 Ranch Road 25 RdColumbia, SC 29206
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Spring Gardens
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Spring Gardens

325 Percival RdColumbia, SC 29206

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Winterberry Place
3 Bedroom Apartments

Winterberry Place

103 Winterberry LnColumbia, SC 29223
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Hunters Mill
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Hunters Mill

1103 Pinelane RdColumbia, SC 29223
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Wellesley Place
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Wellesley Place

3630 Ranch RdColumbia, SC 29206
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Fort Jackson, Columbia, SC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Fort Jackson Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fort Jackson area of Columbia, SC is a 1 Bed unit found at Springwood Place Apartments priced from $850. Greenbrier has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $869. Here are the most affordable Fort Jackson apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Springwood Place ApartmentsStudio 0x1 ADA1BR,1BA$850
GreenbrierAzalea1BR,1BA$869
Tanglewood1BRx1BA1BR,1BA$880
Paces RunA1PRM1BR,1BA$895
Samara East ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$899
Deerfield Run Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$925
Colonel Bluffs2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$946
Arbors at Windsor Lake ApartmentsRiverbirch1BR,1BA$950
Hunter's Green2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fort Jackson, SC

As of September 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fort Jackson area is the $0.95 price per square foot The Biltmore Model at Quail Run in the in the Deaswood neighborhood starting from $1,480. The second greatest value Fort Jackson apartment is the 3X2 1222-1300 Model at Sage Pointe starting at $1,350 with a $1.04 price per square foot in the Leesburg neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fort Jackson apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Quail RunThe Biltmore3BR,2BA$0.95
Sage Pointe3X2 1222-13003BR,2BA$1.04
Atrium PlaceAzalea with Sunroom2BR,1BA$1.06
Hunter's Green3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$1.00
Carriage Place CondominiumsTwo Bedrooms2BR,2BA$1.14
Wildewood South3 Bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.17
Deerfield Run Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$0.93
Colonel Bluffs2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.95
Springtree ApartmentsThe Bonelli2BR,1BA$1.10
Tanglewood1BRx1BA1BR,1BA$1.01

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Fort Jackson, Columbia, SC

Ranked #4

Among cities in South Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers works hard to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across South Carolina, including Columbia. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Fort Jackson Neighborhood in Columbia, SC

Walk Score®

8 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

17 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

4 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fort Jackson Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Fort Jackson?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Fort Jackson is under $950.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fort Jackson?

The cheapest apartment in Fort Jackson is Springwood Place Apartments which is listed at $850, while the average apartment in Fort Jackson costs $1,480.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fort Jackson?

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 8 regular apartments in Fort Jackson 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 Fort Jackson?

Cheap apartments in Fort Jackson have an average cost of $125 which is $1,355 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fort Jackson.

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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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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