
2 Bedroom Homes for Rent in Columbia, SC (149 Rentals)


1208 Bush River Rd, Unit A4

320 Cambout St

801 King St, Unit J

724 Pembroke Ave

1085 Shop Rd, Unit 423

900 Taylor St, Unit #212

4407 Woodside Haven Dr

7019 Frost Ave, Unit C

1102 Rumar St
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1085 Shop Rd

334 Byron Rd

609 Green Wigeon Rd

612 S Beltline Blvd

3414 Lanier Ave

1063 Prescott Rd

4008 Margrave Rd

412 Steadham Rd

2002 Greene St

2002 Greene St
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720 Duck Creek Ln

539 Duck Creek Ln

1908 St Louis Ave

264 Piney Grove Rd

2002 Greene St, Unit 213

407 Pineneedle Rd

505 Duck Grv Wy

3045 Howell Ct

3202 Colin Kelly Dr

2710 Howell Ct
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2719 Howell Ct

2105 Grove St

225 Myron Cir

3734 Elberta St

256 Myron Cir

271 Myron Cir

2447 Gervais St

3618 Medical Dr

4600 Fort Jackson Blvd

1208 Bush River Rd
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103 Sunrise Ave

1227 Barnwell St

3626 Hydrangea St

231 Pineneedle Rd

2833 Wesley Dr

217 Wynn Way

1407 Jerome Dr

240 Jamil Rd

7602 Hunt Club Rd

601 Riverhill Cir
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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 | $1,409 | $775 | $3,450 |
| Columbia 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,919 | $750 | $3,800 |
| Columbia 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,390 | $1,400 | $6,500 |
| Columbia 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,012 | $1,825 | $4,500 |
| Columbia 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,562 | $3,000 | $6,000 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Columbia
What type of rentals are currently available in Columbia?
There are currently 639 Apartments for Rent in Columbia, SC with pricing that ranges from $401 to $4,800. There are also 711 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Columbia ranging from $750 to $6,500.
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 $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,257.
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 $679 to $4,435, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $750 to $3,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $499.
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Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
Written by: Robin Stewart
Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.