Cheap Homes for Rent in the Main Street District Columbia, SC from $1,000 (9 Rentals)

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property at 2002 Greene St

$1,200 - $1,300

2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

2002 Greene St

ColumbiaSC29205

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property at 1520 Senate St

$1,500 - $2,275

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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1520 Senate St

ColumbiaSC29201

Main Street District, Columbia, SC Local Guide

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 $992. The Carolinian has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,001. Here are the most affordable Main Street District apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The DylanD-80% income restricted studioStudio,1BA$992
The Carolinian1 Bedroon 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,001
Main Street LivingBarringer: 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,018

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Main Street District, SC

As of July 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Main Street District area is the $0.93 price per square foot 4x4 Oasis Model at Hub Columbia in the in the Waverly neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Main Street District apartment is the C2 Model at The Assembly starting at $1,410 with a $1.26 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Hub Columbia4x4 Oasis4BR,4BA$0.93
The AssemblyC23BR,3BA$1.26
Lofts at Lourie's2 bedroom 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.91
Elmwood Lofts2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.65
Vista Commons ApartmentsThe Carolina with balcony1BR,1BA$2.70
The Carolinian1 Bedroon 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.43
Hampton House1 Bedroom with Balcony1BR,1BA$2.23
Kress BuildingKress: StudioStudio ,1BA$1.98
Cornell Arms ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.97
The DylanC-80% income restricted studioStudio ,1BA$2.50

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Main Street District, Columbia, SC

Ranked #49

Among cities in South Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Main Street District

What type of rentals are currently available in Main Street District?

There are currently 71 Apartments for Rent in Main Street District, SC with pricing that ranges from $800 to $3,306. There are also 23 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Main Street District ranging from $1,000 to $4,360.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Main Street District?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Main Street District ranges from $1,000 to $4,360 with an average monthly rent of $2,699.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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

Written by: Kama Offenberger

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

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.