
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Jones McDonald Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $446 (69 Rentals)
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2508 Laurel St
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1906 Greene St, Unit 1906 Greene St

Benton Crossing I

Veranda at North Main

Mauldin Village

2710 Howell Ct

2801 Howell Ct

1004 Pine St

3064 Beaumont Ave

2228 Harper St

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4421 Windemere Ave

3300 Margrave Rd

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920 King St

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Jones McDonald, Columbia, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Jones McDonald?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jones McDonald Studio Apartments | $1,388 | $850 | $2,226 |
| Jones McDonald 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,568 | $845 | $2,396 |
| Jones McDonald 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,762 | $850 | $3,563 |
| Jones McDonald 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,009 | $1,100 | $4,600 |
| Jones McDonald 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,267 | $1,267 | $1,267 |
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Cheapest Available Jones McDonald Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Jones McDonald area of Columbia, SC is a 3 Beds unit found at Benton Crossing I priced from $446. Claire Tower has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Jones McDonald apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Benton Crossing I | 3 Bdrm A | 3BR,2BA | $446 |
| Claire Tower | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Towers At Forest Acres | Camellia | Studio,1BA | $890 |
| Five Points Residential | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| Elmwood Lofts | 55+ Income-Restricted Studio | Studio,1BA | $920 |
| Gable Oaks Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| The Dylan | D-80% studio | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Acasa Vista Towers | 1X1CT | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
| Main Street Living | Barringer: 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,027 |
| Berry Building | Barringer: 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,027 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jones McDonald, SC
As of September 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jones McDonald area is the $1.15 price per square foot 2x2 Model at Hub Columbia in the in the Waverly neighborhood starting from $1,219. The second greatest value Jones McDonald apartment is the Magnolia Model at Columbia Rising starting at $1,375 with a $1.31 price per square foot in the Eau Claire neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Jones McDonald apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hub Columbia | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Columbia Rising | Magnolia | 3BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| 1906 Greene St, Unit 1906 Greene St | 1906 Greene St | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Arrington Place Apartments | 3 Beds, 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| 1413 Cherokee St | 1413 Cherokee St | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Acasa Vista Towers | 2X2AT | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Benton Crossing I | 2 Bdrm | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Gable Oaks Apartments | Three Bedrooms | 3BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Ravenwood Hills | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Five Points Residential | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Jones McDonald Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Jones McDonald?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Jones McDonald is at Claire Tower listed at $850.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Jones McDonald Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Jones McDonald Apartment is $949 at Gable Oaks Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Jones McDonald Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Jones McDonald is starting from $900 at Five Points Residential.
What is the most affordable Jones McDonald Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Jones McDonald Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Benton Crossing I and starts from $446.
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