Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fort Jackson Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $700 (58 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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Hunters Mill
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Hunters Mill

1103 Pinelane RdColumbia, SC 29223
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Winterberry Place
3 Bedroom Apartments

Winterberry Place

103 Winterberry LnColumbia, 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 Mill Run Apartments priced from $801. Springwood Place Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Fort Jackson apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mill Run ApartmentsThe Lexington1BR,1BA$801
Springwood Place ApartmentsStudio 0x1 ADAStudio,1BA$850
GreenbrierDaylilly1BR,1BA$869
Colonel Bluffs1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$873
Tanglewood1BRx1BA1BR,1BA$880
Paces RunA1PRM1BR,1BA$895
Samara East ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$899
Dira East Apartments1BR 1BTH1BR,1BA$899
Deerfield Run Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$925

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fort Jackson, SC

As of December 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fort Jackson area is the $0.88 price per square foot Dogwood Model at Atrium Place in the in the Dentsville neighborhood starting from $1,205. The second greatest value Fort Jackson apartment is the The Belmont Model at Quail Run starting at $1,345 with a $1.05 price per square foot in the Deaswood 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.
Atrium PlaceDogwood3BR,2BA$0.88
Quail RunThe Belmont2BR,2BA$1.05
The Paddock Club32A3BR,2BA$1.10
Hunter's Green3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$1.00
Sage Pointe2X2 1040-11182BR,2BA$0.94
Elmtree Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.95
Wyndham Pointe Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.08
Deerfield Run Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$0.93
Tanglewood1BRx1BA1BR,1BA$1.01
Colonel Bluffs1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.10

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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.

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 $925.

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

The cheapest apartment in Fort Jackson is Mill Run Apartments which is listed at $801, while the average apartment in Fort Jackson costs $1,525.

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 26 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 $287 which is $1,238 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fort Jackson.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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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!