
2 Bedroom Homes for Rent in Columbia, SC (147 Rentals)


3600 Chateau Dr, Unit E-205

320 Cambout St

1825 Saint Julian Pl, Unit 5E

113 Arsenal Academy Pl

2114 Apple Valley Rd, Unit B

5408 Mauldin Ave, Unit A

2451 Gervais St, Unit A

622 Kentucky St

720 Duck Creek Ln
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312 Pineneedle Rd

219 S Holly St

2002 Greene St, Unit 105

106 Hampton Forest Drive

3414 Lanier Ave

2002 Greene St, Unit 301

3028 Dennis Dr

1063 Prescott Rd

264 Piney Grove Rd

407 Pineneedle Rd
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2710 Howell Ct

1208 Bush River Rd

3202 Colin Kelly Dr

2801 Howell Ct

320 S Beltline Blvd

3734 Elberta St

3904 Persimmon St

3630 Ranch Rd

1227 Barnwell St

256 Myron Cir
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3 Barnwell St

225 Myron Cir

920 King St

104 Clairton Ct

334 S Bull St

1402 Old Manor Rd

229 Windsor Point Rd

913 Pine St

3300 Margrave Rd

32 Highwood Ct
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7602 Hunt Club Rd

1332 Boston St

728 Bitternut Dr

801 Eastmont Dr

1248 Grove Park Ln

3609 Juneau Rd

919 Old Manor Rd

1704 Devonwood Dr

2903 Park St

6007 Village Creek Dr
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Columbia, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Columbia?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,382 | $750 | $3,450 |
| Columbia 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,894 | $800 | $3,500 |
| Columbia 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,387 | $875 | $5,995 |
| Columbia 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,892 | $1,695 | $4,500 |
| Columbia 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,250 | $2,500 | $4,000 |
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2.5Pet Friendly
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December 15, 2025Great for young professionals and families. We love Segra Park, the Harbison walking trails, and Lake Murray.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Columbia
What type of rentals are currently available in Columbia?
There are currently 625 Apartments for Rent in Columbia, SC with pricing that ranges from $401 to $5,472. There are also 695 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Columbia ranging from $750 to $5,995.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Columbia?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Columbia ranges from $750 to $5,995 with an average monthly rent of $2,032.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Columbia?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Columbia range from $649 to $4,754, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $800 to $3,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $875 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $499.
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Local Expert's Top 8: Affordable Columbia, SC Neighborhoods for Quality Living
Written by: Kama Offenberger
I'm Kama, the ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Columbia, South Carolina.

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.