
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hopkins Suburban Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $500 (94 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Hopkins Suburban area of Columbia.


2129 Santee Ave

The Villages at Congaree Pointe

Wellington Farms Apartment Homes

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Hampton Courts

Colonial Pointe Apartments

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The Meadows at Burnside Farms

1600 Park Cir

Capri Apartments

Arbor Landing Apartments
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1013-1015 Munsen Spring Dr

Cross Hill Apartments

Cornell Arms Apartments

7221 Patricia Dr

508 Graymont Ave

Rosewood Gardens

3-4 Ashley's Pl

Deer Meadow Village

Wellington Residential

1012-1014 Woodlawn Ave
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Whispering Pines

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Elmtree Apartments

712 Brandon Ave

Avalon Place

207-209 S Pickens St

629 Kentucky St, Unit B

Villager Apartments

2429 Monroe St

618-620 Saluda Ave
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2002 Greene St, Unit 213

3414 Lanier Ave

3908 Persimmon St

1840 Tall Pines Cir

608 S Bonham Rd

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Carriage Place

5th & Sloan

6530 Davidson Rd

2002 Greene St
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The Wilshire House

3708 Hydrangea St

14 Greys Ct

2603 Kiawah Ave, Unit Kiawah Avenue

612 S Beltline Blvd

3401-3403 Blossom St

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230 S King St, Unit King

1609-1609 Hollywood Dr

Timberlane Apartments

Garners Crossing
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Hopkins Suburban, Columbia, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hopkins Suburban?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hopkins Suburban Studio Apartments | $943 | $899 | $1,150 |
| Hopkins Suburban 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,279 | $800 | $1,980 |
| Hopkins Suburban 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,489 | $839 | $3,175 |
| Hopkins Suburban 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,710 | $679 | $3,450 |
| Hopkins Suburban 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,122 | $609 | $4,800 |
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There are currently 94 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Hopkins Suburban Neighborhood of Columbia, SC.
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Cheapest Available Hopkins Suburban Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hopkins Suburban area of Columbia, SC is a 4 Beds unit found at 21 Oaks priced from $680. Plowden Place Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Hopkins Suburban apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oaks | D1 - Premium | 4BR,2BA | $680 |
| Plowden Place Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Wellington Farms Apartment Homes | The Spencer 50 | 1BR,1BA | $869 |
| Colonial Pointe Apartments | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| The Meadows at Burnside Farms | Jr One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $904 |
| Capri Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Arbor Landing Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Rosewood Gardens | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Deer Meadow Village | 1 Bedroom (Sunroom Optional) | 1BR,1BA | $1,007 |
| Hampton Greene Apartment Homes | One Bedroom- 598 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,085 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hopkins Suburban, SC
As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hopkins Suburban area is the $1.18 price per square foot Glenhaven Model at Huntington Place in the in the Southeast Columbia neighborhood starting from $1,725. The second greatest value Hopkins Suburban apartment is the 2 Bedroom, 2.5 Bathroom Model at Redpoint Columbia starting at $749 with a $0.59 price per square foot in the Knollwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hopkins Suburban apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Huntington Place | Glenhaven | 3BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Redpoint Columbia | 2 Bedroom, 2.5 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.59 |
| Carriage Place | Two Bedrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| 21 Oaks | D1 - Premium | 4BR,2BA | $0.61 |
| Elmtree Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Arbor Landing Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Whispering Pines | 1 Bed 1 Bath-White Appliances | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Deer Meadow Village | 1 Bedroom (Sunroom Optional) | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Rosewood Gardens | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Plowden Place Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across South Carolina including Hopkins Suburban, Columbia, and the greater Columbia area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, features that make it easier to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hopkins Suburban Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Hopkins Suburban?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Hopkins Suburban is under $1,085.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hopkins Suburban?
The cheapest apartment in Hopkins Suburban is Plowden Place Apartments which is listed at $800, while the average apartment in Hopkins Suburban costs $3,200.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hopkins Suburban?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 24 regular apartments in Hopkins Suburban that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Hopkins Suburban?
Cheap apartments in Hopkins Suburban have an average cost of $419 which is $2,781 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hopkins Suburban.
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