Cheap Homes for Rent in Melrose Heights Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $800 (36 Rentals)

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Melrose Heights, Columbia, SC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Melrose Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Melrose Heights area of Columbia, SC is a Studio unit found at Cornell Arms Apartments priced from $950. Rosewood Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable Melrose Heights apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cornell Arms ApartmentsStudio One BedroomStudio,1BA$950
Rosewood GardensThe All New Rosewood Gardens Apartments2BR,1BA$995
The Landings at Forest Acres2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$1,007
Ravenwood Hills1 Bed | 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,050
1321 Lofts1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,169
Towers at Forest Acres0C - StudioStudio,1BA$1,195
The Cooper2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,199
Hampton House1 Bedroom without Balcony1BR,1BA$1,300
The Wilshire HouseStandard1BR,1BA$1,320

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Melrose Heights, SC

As of July 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Melrose Heights area is the $1.03 price per square foot 2301 Lee St Model at 2301 Lee St, Unit 2301A in the in the Waverly neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Melrose Heights apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at The Cooper starting at $1,399 with a $1.27 price per square foot in the East Columbia neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Melrose Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2301 Lee St, Unit 2301A2301 Lee St2BR,1BA$1.03
The Cooper3 Bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.27
The Landings at Forest Acres2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$1.01
Rosewood GardensThe All New Rosewood Gardens Apartments2BR,1.5BA$1.07
The BabcockSuite 159/259/3592BR,2BA$1.95
1321 Lofts2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.85
The Lady10A1BR,1BA$2.15
Ravenwood Hills1 Bed | 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.31
Hampton House1 Bedroom with Balcony1BR,1BA$2.15
3217 Cannon St, Unit Cannon D3217 Cannon StStudio ,1BA$1.50

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Frequently Asked Questions about Melrose Heights

What type of rentals are currently available in Melrose Heights?

There are currently 217 Apartments for Rent in Melrose Heights, SC with pricing that ranges from $800 to $6,532. There are also 119 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Melrose Heights ranging from $825 to $9,900.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Melrose Heights?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Melrose Heights ranges from $825 to $9,900 with an average monthly rent of $3,413.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Melrose Heights?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Melrose Heights range from $1,092 to $6,532, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,385 to $3,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,750 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,699.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.