
Luxury Homes for Rent in Columbia, SC (91 Rentals)
The most luxurious Homes in Columbia with high-end amenities, features, and finishes.


1029 Maxcy St

837 Peony Ln

4407 Woodside Haven Dr

156 Top Forest Drive

3820 Montgomery Ave

1324 Dover St

1085 Shop Rd

1819 Greene St

1051 S Holly St
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669 Pine Lilly Dr

763 Deerwood Xing Dr

456 Edenhall Dr

825 Hidden Point Dr

101 Hollingwood Dr

4626 Crowson Rd

44 Ginkgo Ct

2901 Park St

2823 Gadsden St

710 Heidt St
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506 King St

1311 McDuffie Ave

407 S Edisto Ave

500 Georgia St

429 S Pickens St

123 Valley Springs Rd

506 Eagle Pointe Dr

537 S Bull St

767 Maryland St

525 Meadow Brook Dr
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19 Hollywood Ct

286 Traditions Cir

101 S Pickens St

1221 Pickens St

609 S Edisto Ave

203 South Harden Street

1121 Zeigler St

1010 Woodrow St

500 S Bull St

1829 Senate St
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521 Georgia St

2035 Rosewood Dr

408 S Gregg St

1007 Wildwood Ave

2522 Lee St

1224 Fairview Dr

19 Governor's Hill

1327 Richland St

1117 Kinard Ct

2327 Willow 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 | $1,409 | $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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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.

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Written by: Robin Stewart
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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.