Homes for Rent in Columbia, SC Under $3,800 (693 Rentals)

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property at 220 Eascott Pl

$3,500

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$3,500
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3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Jul 6

220 Eascott Pl, Unit 200

220 Eascott Pl
ColumbiaSC29229

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property at 1221 Pickens St

$3,250

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$3,250
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$3,250

3 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for Rent

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1221 Pickens St

ColumbiaSC29201
property at 286 Traditions Cir

$3,200

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$3,200
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$3,200

5 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for Rent

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286 Traditions Cir

ColumbiaSC29229

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property at 4407 Woodside Haven Dr

$2,500

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$2,500
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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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4407 Woodside Haven Dr

ColumbiaSC29206
property at 903 Drake Grove Ln

$2,500

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$2,500
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$2,500

3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Jul 1

903 Drake Grove Ln

ColumbiaSC29210
property at 2901 Park St

$2,500

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2901 Park St

ColumbiaSC29201
property at 1229 Clemson Rd

$2,490

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$2,490
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3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Home for Rent

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1229 Clemson Rd

ColumbiaSC29229
property at 1605 Willowby St

$2,455

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$2,455
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$2,455

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Jul 20

1605 Willowby St, Unit A.

1605 Willowby St
ColumbiaSC29223
property at 900 Taylor St

$2,450

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$2,450
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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Dec 16

900 Taylor St, Unit #212

900 Taylor St
ColumbiaSC29201
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Columbia, SC Local Guide

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Kama • 2+ years in Columbia

December 15, 2025

Great for young professionals and families. We love Segra Park, the Harbison walking trails, and Lake Murray.

Gwendolyn • 2+ years in Columbia

February 25, 2025

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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 $4,350. There are also 703 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Columbia ranging from $700 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 $700 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,200.

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 $4,191, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,100 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

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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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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

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.

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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.

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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.