
2 Bedroom Homes for Rent in Columbia, SC (161 Rentals)


1208 Bush River Rd, Unit A4

1211 Metze Rd, Unit B8

1705 Grays Inn Rd

1613 Ashford Ln

139 Thorn Tree Ln, Unit 139 Thorn Tree Lane

320 Cambout St

405 Harbison Blvd, Unit 811b

619 King St, Unit 402

900 Taylor St, Unit #212
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2114 Apple Valley Rd, Unit B

6809 Valleybrook Dr

2709 Howell Ct

129 Springwoods Lake Point

112 Leila Ln

617 Green Wigeon Rd

406 Wincrest Ln

615 Green Wigeon Rd

3 Prices Ct

31 Magnolia Glen Ln
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619 King St, Unit 210

3028 Richfield Dr

622 Kentucky St

1063 Prescott Rd

264 Piney Grove Rd

426 Wincrest Ln

2710 Howell Ct

2801 Howell Ct

3064 Beaumont Ave

1704 Devonwood Dr
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2549 Cherry St

107 Thornwell Ct

1227 Barnwell St

7007 Sprott St

3300 Margrave Rd

1208 Bush River Rd

920 King St

117 Wynn Way

217 Wynn Way

1402 Old Manor Rd
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229 Windsor Point Rd

2833 Wesley Dr

425 Cambout St

212 Wynn Way

715 Montague Rd

2838 Ashton St

1908 Ashford Ln

2201 Washington St

801 Eastmont Dr

2009 Greene St
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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 | $1,385 | $795 | $2,700 |
| Columbia 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,854 | $800 | $4,600 |
| Columbia 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,290 | $1,300 | $4,000 |
| Columbia 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,954 | $1,825 | $4,500 |
| Columbia 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,200 | $2,200 | $2,200 |
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2.5Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Columbia
What type of rentals are currently available in Columbia?
There are currently 634 Apartments for Rent in Columbia, SC with pricing that ranges from $401 to $5,500. There are also 743 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Columbia ranging from $795 to $4,600.
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 $795 to $4,600 with an average monthly rent of $1,843.
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 $4,691, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $800 to $4,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $460.
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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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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Written by: Robin Stewart
Where do you see yourself? When you think of home, sweet home, are you in a 3/2 apartment? Dreaming of a tall townhome? Maybe an industrial loft heavy on cool vibes is on your visioning board.

Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags
Written by: Robin Stewart
Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
Written by: Robin Stewart
Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.