Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Heathwood West Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $500 (17 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Heathwood West area of Columbia.

17-18 Old Clayton Ct

501 Pelham Dr

Towers at Forest Acres
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822-824 Cedar Terrace

700-702 S Edisto Ave

Rosewood Gardens

The Landings at Forest Acres

1013-1015 Munsen Spring Dr
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The Cooper

3232 Brookwood Ct
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Heathwood West, Columbia, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Heathwood West?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heathwood West Studio Apartments | $1,460 | $889 | $1,695 |
| Heathwood West 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,424 | $800 | $2,014 |
| Heathwood West 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,655 | $800 | $2,710 |
| Heathwood West 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,650 | $1,100 | $2,700 |
| Heathwood West 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,282 | $1,699 | $3,250 |
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There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Heathwood West Neighborhood of Columbia, SC.
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Cheapest Available Heathwood West Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Heathwood West area of Columbia, SC is a 1 Bed unit found at Hampton Courts priced from $869. Towers at Forest Acres has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $908. Here are the most affordable Heathwood West apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hampton Courts | HC11A50 | 1BR,1BA | $869 |
| Towers at Forest Acres | 2A - 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $908 |
| Rosewood Gardens | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Ravenwood Hills | 2 Bed | 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| The Cooper | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,099 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Heathwood West, SC
As of December 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Heathwood West area is the $1.17 price per square foot 4 Bedroom 3 Bath Model at The Cooper in the in the East Columbia neighborhood starting from $1,699. The second greatest value Heathwood West apartment is the 3 bed/2 bath Model at Ravenwood Hills starting at $1,395 with a $1.24 price per square foot in the East Columbia neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Heathwood West apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cooper | 4 Bedroom 3 Bath | 4BR,3BA | $1.17 |
| Ravenwood Hills | 3 bed/2 bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| 700 Woodrow | 2 Bedroom-Upgrade | 2BR,2BA | $1.89 |
| Senate Plaza | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.67 |
| Rosewood Gardens | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Renovated | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.15 |
| 5th & Sloan | The Duncan | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| The Carolinian | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Hampton Greene Apartment Homes | One Bedroom- 598 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| Hampton Courts | HC11A50 | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| Towers at Forest Acres | 1A - 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHeathwood West, Columbia, SC
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2.5Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Heathwood West Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Heathwood West?
The cheapest apartment in Heathwood West is Hampton Courts which is listed at $869, while the average apartment in Heathwood West costs $3,200.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Heathwood West?
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 29 regular apartments in Heathwood West 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 Heathwood West?
Cheap apartments in Heathwood West have an average cost of $281 which is $2,919 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Heathwood West.
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