Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Historic Waverly Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $500 (28 Rentals)

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Veranda at North Main
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Veranda at North Main

3700 N Main StColumbia, SC 29203
Senior Living
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Berry Building
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Berry Building

1600-1608 Main StColumbia, SC 29201
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Benton Crossing
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Benton Crossing

2617 River DrColumbia, SC 29201
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Olympia Mills
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Olympia Mills

600 Heyward StColumbia, SC 29201
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Tapp's Building
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Tapp's Building

1644 Main StColumbia, SC 29201
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801 King St
2 Bedroom Apartments

801 King St

801 King StColumbia, SC 29205
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2411 Blossom St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2411 Blossom St

2411 Blossom StColumbia, SC 29205
Student Housing
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Historic Waverly, Columbia, SC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Historic Waverly Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Historic Waverly area of Columbia, SC is a 2 Beds unit found at Towers at Forest Acres priced from $890. Columbia Rising has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $975. Here are the most affordable Historic Waverly apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Towers at Forest Acres2A - 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$890
Columbia RisingFreshly Updated 2bd Units with Wifi, and More!2BR,1BA$975
Benton CrossingTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$993
Main Street LivingBarringer: 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,010
Lofts at Lourie's1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,032
Hub Columbia4x34BR,3BA$1,090
Canalside LoftsDevineStudio,1BA$1,092
Cornell Arms ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,150
The Palms on MainStudio1BR,1BA$1,154
Elmwood Lofts1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Historic Waverly, SC

As of December 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Historic Waverly area is the $0.89 price per square foot 4x4 Oasis Model at Hub Columbia in the in the Waverly neighborhood starting from $1,249. The second greatest value Historic Waverly apartment is the 3 BR Model at NOMA Flats starting at $1,559 with a $1.30 price per square foot in the Eau Claire neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Historic Waverly apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Hub Columbia4x4 Oasis4BR,4BA$0.89
NOMA Flats3 BR3BR,2BA$1.30
Vista LoftsCayce2BR,2BA$1.69
Senate PlazaTwo Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.67
Columbia RisingFreshly Updated 2bd Units with Wifi, and More!2BR,1BA$1.05
The BabcockSuite 152/252/3522BR,2BA$1.78
Benton CrossingTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.10
The Carolinian2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.39
Elmwood Lofts1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.37
Acasa Vista TowersOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1.70

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Historic Waverly, Columbia, SC

Ranked #9

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across South Carolina, including Columbia. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, features that make it easier to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Historic Waverly Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Historic Waverly?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Historic Waverly is at Canalside Lofts listed at $1,092.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Historic Waverly Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Historic Waverly Apartment is $942 at Towers at Forest Acres.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Historic Waverly Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Historic Waverly is starting from $890 at Towers at Forest Acres.

What is the most affordable Historic Waverly Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Historic Waverly Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Acasa Vista Towers and starts from $1,480.

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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!