
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Knollwood Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $595 (32 Rentals)
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Colonial Pointe Apartments

Capri Apartments

1655 S Beltline Blvd

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The Meadows at Burnside Farms

7221 Patricia Dr

Cross Hill Apartments

1013-1015 Munsen Spring Dr
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820-822 S Bonham Rd

3702 Live Oak St

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Hampton Courts Apartments

Wellington Residential

Whispering Pines

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Avalon Place
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Spring Lake

25 Willow Hurst Ct

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Plowden Place Apartments

107 Thornwell Ct
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1216 Chevis St

2000 Atlas Rd

530 Deerwood St

715 Montague Rd

105 Thornwell Ct

1006 Munsen Spring Dr

Harbour Landing

Cedar Crossing
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Knollwood, Columbia, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Knollwood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Knollwood Studio Apartments | $907 | $899 | $925 |
| Knollwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,251 | $828 | $1,704 |
| Knollwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,448 | $925 | $2,200 |
| Knollwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,626 | $1,147 | $2,429 |
| Knollwood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,450 | $2,450 | $2,450 |
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Cheapest Available Knollwood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Knollwood area of Columbia, SC is a 1 Bed unit found at Colonial Pointe Apartments priced from $899. Capri Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $925. Here are the most affordable Knollwood apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colonial Pointe Apartments | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Capri Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Plowden Place Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $925 |
| Rosewood Gardens | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Wellington Farms Apartment Homes | A1L- The Spencer | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Hampton Courts Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath B (80% Income Restricted) | 1BR,1BA | $1,145 |
| Villager Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| elmtree1401a | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $1,250 |
| Whispering Pines | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath-Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Creekside at Greenlawn Apartment Homes | One Bedroom-749 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Knollwood, SC
As of September 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Knollwood area is the $0.59 price per square foot 2 Bedroom, 2.5 Bathroom Model at Redpoint Columbia in the in the Knollwood neighborhood starting from $749. The second greatest value Knollwood apartment is the Hillsboro Model at Huntington Place starting at $1,500 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the Southeast Columbia neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Knollwood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redpoint Columbia | 2 Bedroom, 2.5 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.59 |
| Huntington Place | Hillsboro | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| Carriage Place | Two Bedrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| elmtree1401a | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| Whispering Pines | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath-Renovated | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.23 |
| Hampton Greene Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| Plowden Place Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Wellington Farms Apartment Homes | A1L- The Spencer | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Villager Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Rosewood Gardens | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleKnollwood, Columbia, SC
Ranked #45
Among cities in South Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Knollwood Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Knollwood?
The cheapest apartment in Knollwood is Colonial Pointe Apartments which is listed at $899, while the average apartment in Knollwood costs $1,407.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Knollwood?
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 13 regular apartments in Knollwood 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 Knollwood?
Cheap apartments in Knollwood have an average cost of $440 which is $967 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Knollwood.
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