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2225 Waites Rd

2106 Long Shadow Ln

2446 Watson St

601 Riverhill Cir

2239 Center St

3606 Medical Dr

2009 Greene St

3904 Persimmon St

405 Harbison Blvd
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629 Kentucky St, Unit B

521 Pineneedle Rd

1102 Rumar St

1102 Rumar St

405-B Harbison Blvd

125 Misty Oak Rd

1639 North Ave

932 Munsen Spring Dr

1637 North Ave

412 Steadham Rd
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525 S Maney Ct

1 Larkin Ct

6007 Village Creek Dr

1100 Skyland Dr

807 Cedar Terrace

121 Brookland Cir

1618 Oak St

1063 Prescott Rd

208 S Cromwell St

2002 Greene St
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3118 Dudley Rd

2511 Youman St

329 Ovanta Rd

2848 Superior St

2002 Greene St

506 N Line St

902 Pine St

229 Windsor Point Rd

3015 English Ave

264 Piney Grove Rd

237 Foxhunt Rd

2002 Greene St, Unit 213

4203 Monticello Rd

1719 Burnham St

3630 Ranch Rd

2116 Greenoaks Rd

3700 Bush River Rd

1725 Kathleen Dr

1908 St Louis Ave

134 Newcastle Dr
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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Columbia, SC Area Reviews
Kama • 2+ years in Columbia
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 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.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

Local Experts 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.

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
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.