
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Knollwood Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $500 (20 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Knollwood area of Columbia.


The Villages at Congaree Pointe

Colonial Pointe Apartments

501 Pelham Dr

Burnside Farms
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Wellington Farms Apartment Homes

822-824 Cedar Terrace

11 Loquat Ct

Rosewood Gardens

1479 Elmtree Rd

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1021 Munsen Spring Dr

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1900 Tall Pines Cir
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 | $849 | $849 | $849 |
| Knollwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,155 | $800 | $1,465 |
| Knollwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,447 | $925 | $3,840 |
| Knollwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,562 | $1,100 | $2,499 |
| Knollwood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,265 | $2,265 | $2,265 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Knollwood Neighborhood of Columbia, SC.
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Cheapest Available Knollwood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Knollwood area of Columbia, SC is a Studio unit found at Colonial Pointe Apartments priced from $849. Hampton Courts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $869. Here are the most affordable Knollwood apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colonial Pointe Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $849 |
| Hampton Courts | HC11A50 | 1BR,1BA | $869 |
| Wellington Farms Apartment Homes | The Spencer 50 | 1BR,1BA | $869 |
| Haven at Congaree Pointe 55+ Apartments | One Bedroom A1 | 1BR,1BA | $893 |
| Elmtree Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Knollwood, SC
As of December 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Knollwood area is the $1.15 price per square foot Foxbriar Model at Huntington Place in the in the Southeast Columbia neighborhood starting from $1,410. The second greatest value Knollwood apartment is the Two Bedrooms Model at Carriage Place Condominiums starting at $1,275 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the East 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Huntington Place | Foxbriar | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Carriage Place Condominiums | Two Bedrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| Elmtree Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.95 |
| Rosewood Gardens | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Renovated | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.15 |
| Wellington Farms Apartment Homes | The Spencer M | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Harbour Landing | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Haven at Congaree Pointe 55+ Apartments | One Bedroom A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Avalon Place | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Colonial Pointe Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.52 |
| Hampton Courts | HC11A50 | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleKnollwood, Columbia, SC
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Among cities in South Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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 Hampton Courts which is listed at $869, while the average apartment in Knollwood costs $1,420.
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 38 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 $558 which is $862 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Knollwood.
Expert Rental Resources
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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
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