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The Dylan
1930 Marion StColumbia, SC 29201
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Main Street District Columbia, SC from $700 (24 Rentals)
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Claire Tower
1041 Marion StColumbia, SC 29201
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The Carolinian
1318 Pickens StColumbia, SC 29201
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Cornell Arms Apartments
1230 Pendleton StColumbia, SC 29201
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Main Street Living
1604 Main StColumbia, SC 29201
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Lofts at Lourie's
1601 Main StColumbia, SC 29201
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1321 Lofts
1321 Lady StColumbia, SC 29201
2009 Greene St
ColumbiaSC29201
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2009 Greene St, Unit 103
2009 Greene St
ColumbiaSC29201
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The Palms on Main
1155 Lady StColumbia, SC 29201
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$1,270 - $2,0951 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Apr 30
The Babcock
2110 Pickens StColumbia, SC 29201
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$1,275 - $1,625Studio Apartments Available May 8
Claussens
2003 Greene StColumbia, SC 29205
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Elmwood Lofts
1003 Elmwood AveColumbia, SC 29201
616 Saluda Ave
ColumbiaSC29205
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Berry Building
1600-1608 Main StColumbia, SC 29201
1219 Elmwood Ave
ColumbiaSC29201
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1227 Barnwell St
ColumbiaSC29201
2002 Greene St
ColumbiaSC29205
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Kress Building
1502 Main StColumbia, SC 29201
1215 Elmwood Ave
ColumbiaSC29201
1900 Greene St
ColumbiaSC29201
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The Land Bank Loft Apartments
1401 Hampton StColumbia, SC 29201
2418 Laurel St
ColumbiaSC29204
2222 Rembert St
ColumbiaSC29201
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Main Street District, Columbia, SC Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Main Street District?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main Street District Studio Apartments | $1,270 | $750 | $1,904 |
| Main Street District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,531 | $900 | $2,272 |
| Main Street District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,051 | $1,250 | $3,240 |
| Main Street District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,929 | $2,025 | $4,200 |
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Cheapest Available Main Street District Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Main Street District area of Columbia, SC is a Studio unit found at The Dylan priced from $750. Cornell Arms Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Main Street District apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| The Dylan | B50 | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Cornell Arms Apartments | Studio One Bedroom | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Berry Building | Barringer: Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,003 |
| Main Street Living | Barringer: Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,003 |
| Lofts at Lourie's | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,032 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Main Street District, SC
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Main Street District area is the $0.90 price per square foot 4x4 Oasis Model at Hub Columbia in the in the Waverly neighborhood starting from $1,260. The second greatest value Main Street District apartment is the Cayce Model at Vista Lofts starting at $1,932 with a $1.65 price per square foot in the Eva P. Trezevant neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Main Street District apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hub Columbia | 4x4 Oasis | 4BR,4BA | $0.90 |
| Vista Lofts | Cayce | 2BR,2BA | $1.65 |
| Tapp's Building | Tapp`s: 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Lofts at Lourie's | 2 bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| Kress Building | Kress: 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Elmwood Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| The Land Bank Loft Apartments | The Taylor | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| The Carolinian | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Vista Commons Apartments | The Taylor | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| Berry Building | Barringer: Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.09 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Main Street District Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Main Street District?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Main Street District is under $1,350.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Main Street District?
The cheapest apartment in Main Street District is Lofts at Lourie's which is listed at $1,032, while the average apartment in Main Street District costs $2,350.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Main Street District?
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 22 regular apartments in Main Street District that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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