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The Shores at Elders Pond
4500 Hardscrabble RdColumbia, SC 29229
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lake Carolina Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $900 (5 Rentals)
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Town Center at Lake Carolina
20 Helton DrColumbia, SC 29229
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Aria Lake Carolina
4920 Hard Scrabble RdColumbia, SC 29229
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Rice Terrace Apartments and Townhomes
100 Rice Terrace CirColumbia, SC 29229
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Lake Carolina, Columbia, SC Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lake Carolina?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Carolina 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,245 | $999 | $1,824 |
| Lake Carolina 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,599 | $1,149 | $2,598 |
| Lake Carolina 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,074 | $1,328 | $3,274 |
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Cheapest Available Lake Carolina Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lake Carolina area of Columbia, SC is a 1 Bed unit found at Aria Lake Carolina priced from $999. Northstone Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,120. Here are the most affordable Lake Carolina apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aria Lake Carolina | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Northstone Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,120 |
| Rice Terrace Apartments and Townhomes | The Benedict Garden | 2BR,2BA | $1,173 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake Carolina, SC
As of July 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lake Carolina area is the $1.08 price per square foot The Benedict Garden Model at Rice Terrace Apartments and Townhomes in the in the Spring Valley neighborhood starting from $1,173. The second greatest value Lake Carolina apartment is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Aria Lake Carolina starting at $999 with a $1.06 price per square foot in the The Summit neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lake Carolina apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Rice Terrace Apartments and Townhomes | The Benedict Garden | 2BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| Aria Lake Carolina | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| The Shores at Elders Pond | Russell SR | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Northstone Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
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The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Carolina Apartment is $999 at Aria Lake Carolina.
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