
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Historic Heathwood Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $500 (23 Rentals)
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Towers at Forest Acres

2223-2225 Greene St

501 Pelham Dr

1209 Hancock St

2508 Laurel St

722 Holly St
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Rosewood Gardens

Cross Hill Apartments

1013-1015 Munsen Spring Dr

1021 Munsen Spring Dr

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Hampton Courts

118-20 Elizabeth Darby Lane

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2922 Chestnut St, Unit A
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406-408 Graymont Ave

3904 Persimmon St

711 S Holly St

116 S Edisto Ave

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1413 Cherokee St

3232 Brookwood Ct

312-314 South Harden Street
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Historic Heathwood, Columbia, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Historic Heathwood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Historic Heathwood Studio Apartments | $1,428 | $808 | $1,658 |
| Historic Heathwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,383 | $600 | $1,920 |
| Historic Heathwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,571 | $855 | $2,760 |
| Historic Heathwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,324 | $1,205 | $6,831 |
| Historic Heathwood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,250 | $3,250 | $3,250 |
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Cheapest Available Historic Heathwood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Historic Heathwood area of Columbia, SC is a Studio unit found at Towers at Forest Acres priced from $808. Rosewood Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $925. Here are the most affordable Historic Heathwood apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Towers at Forest Acres | 0C - Studio | Studio,1BA | $808 |
| Rosewood Gardens | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Hampton Courts | HC11A80 | 1BR,1BA | $982 |
| Hampton Greene Apartment Homes | One Bedroom- 598 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| 42 Magnolia + 5000 Forest | S1-5000 | Studio,1BA | $1,299 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Historic Heathwood, SC
As of February 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Historic Heathwood area is the $1.41 price per square foot The Stage Model at 5th & Sloan in the in the East Columbia neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Historic Heathwood apartment is the 2 Bedroom-Upgrade Model at 700 Woodrow starting at $1,995 with a $1.90 price per square foot in the Waverly neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Historic Heathwood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5th & Sloan | The Stage | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| 700 Woodrow | 2 Bedroom-Upgrade | 2BR,2BA | $1.90 |
| 1413 Cherokee St | 1413 Cherokee St | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Claussens | Loft | Studio ,1.5BA | $2.19 |
| Rosewood Gardens | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Hampton House | 1 Bedroom with Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| 2922 Chestnut St, Unit A | 2922 Chestnut St | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Hampton Greene Apartment Homes | One Bedroom- 598 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Hampton Courts | HC11A80 | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Towers at Forest Acres | 0C - Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.92 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Historic Heathwood Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Historic Heathwood?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Historic Heathwood is under $1,448.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Historic Heathwood?
The cheapest apartment in Historic Heathwood is Towers at Forest Acres which is listed at $866, while the average apartment in Historic Heathwood costs $3,250.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Historic Heathwood?
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 Historic Heathwood 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 Historic Heathwood?
Cheap apartments in Historic Heathwood have an average cost of $342 which is $2,908 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Historic Heathwood.
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