Cheap Homes for Rent in Heathwood West Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $700 (46 Rentals)

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property at 1600 Park Cir

$850 - $1,600

Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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1600 Park Cir

ColumbiaSC29201

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property at 2002 Greene St

$1,100 - $1,400

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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2002 Greene St

ColumbiaSC29205

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property at 2444 Washington St

$1,250

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$1,250

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$1,250

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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2444 Washington St, Unit 2444, Unit 2444

2444 Washington St
ColumbiaSC29204
property at 3600 Chateau Dr

$1,299

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$1,299

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$1,299

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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3600 Chateau Dr, Unit 224, Unit 224

3600 Chateau Dr
ColumbiaSC29204

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property at 3730 Hickory St

$1,495

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$1,495

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$1,495

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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3730 Hickory St

ColumbiaSC29205

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Heathwood West, Columbia, SC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Heathwood West Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Heathwood West area of Columbia, SC is a Studio unit found at Capri priced from $925. Rosewood Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $925. Here are the most affordable Heathwood West apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
CapriStudioStudio,1BA$925
Rosewood Gardens1 Bedroom 1 Bath Renovated1BR,1BA$925
Towers at Forest Acres2A - 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$973
Ravenwood Hills1 Bed | 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,050
Hampton Greene Apartment HomesOne Bedroom- 598 sqft1BR,1BA$1,080
The Carolinian2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,250
Hampton CourtsHC11D801BR,1BA$1,252
42 Magnolia + 5000 ForestA-421BR,1BA$1,349
Senate PlazaStudioStudio,1BA$1,350
Hampton House1 Bedroom without Balcony1BR,1BA$1,350

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Heathwood West, SC

As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Heathwood West area is the $1.27 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at The Cooper in the in the East Columbia neighborhood starting from $1,399. The second greatest value Heathwood West apartment is the The Monroe Model at 5th & Sloan starting at $1,785 with a $1.99 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Cooper3 Bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.27
5th & SloanThe Monroe1BR,1BA$1.99
Towers at Forest Acres2A - 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.14
Ravenwood Hills1 Bed | 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.31
The Carolinian2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.67
Hampton CourtsHC11ER801BR,1BA$1.91
Rosewood Gardens1 Bedroom 1 Bath Renovated1BR,1BA$1.27
2446 Washington St, Unit 2446 Washington Street2446 Washington St1BR,1BA$2.00
Hampton Greene Apartment HomesOne Bedroom- 598 sqft1BR,1BA$1.81
CapriStudioStudio ,1BA$1.68

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Heathwood West, Columbia, SC

Ranked #56

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Heathwood West

What type of rentals are currently available in Heathwood West?

There are currently 190 Apartments for Rent in Heathwood West, SC with pricing that ranges from $795 to $4,200. There are also 109 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Heathwood West ranging from $795 to $6,300.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Heathwood West?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Heathwood West ranges from $795 to $6,300 with an average monthly rent of $2,700.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Heathwood West?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Heathwood West range from $1,100 to $4,200, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,095 to $4,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,729.

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