Cheap Homes for Rent in the Lake Carolina Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $1,649 (5 Rentals)

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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 $842. Killian Terrace Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $937. Here are the most affordable Lake Carolina apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Aria Lake Carolina1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$842
Killian Terrace Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$937
The Shores at Elders PondRussell SR1BR,1BA$1,130

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake Carolina, SC

As of September 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lake Carolina area is the $1.34 price per square foot The McEntire Townhouse Model at Rice Terrace Apartments and Townhomes in the in the Spring Valley neighborhood starting from $1,581. The second greatest value Lake Carolina apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Killian Terrace Apartments starting at $937 with a $0.94 price per square foot in the Spring Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lake Carolina apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Rice Terrace Apartments and TownhomesThe McEntire Townhouse2BR,2.5BA$1.34
Killian Terrace Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.94
Aria Lake Carolina1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.89
The Shores at Elders PondRussell SR1BR,1BA$1.39
Town Center at Lake CarolinaA1 - Dogwood - One Bedroom, One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.48
Comet RichlandElm1BR,1BA$1.87

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Frequently Asked Questions about Lake Carolina

What type of rentals are currently available in Lake Carolina?

There are currently 8 Apartments for Rent in Lake Carolina, SC with pricing that ranges from $787 to $2,170. There are also 11 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lake Carolina ranging from $1,649 to $3,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Lake Carolina?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Lake Carolina ranges from $1,649 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,341.

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Local Expert's Top 8: Affordable Columbia, SC Neighborhoods for Quality Living

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I'm Kama, the ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Columbia, South Carolina.

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Written by: Robin Stewart

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Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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