Cheap Homes for Rent in Melrose Heights Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $700 (47 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 1 Bed unit found at Towers at Forest Acres priced from $856. Rosewood Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $925. Here are the most affordable Melrose Heights apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Towers at Forest Acres1A - 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$856
Rosewood GardensThe All-New Rosewood Gardens Apartments!1BR,1BA$925
The Cooper2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,019
Hampton CourtsHC11A801BR,1BA$1,035
Hub Columbia4x34BR,3BA$1,090
Ravenwood Hills1 bed/1 bath1BR,1BA$1,095
The Carolinian2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,100
The Land Bank Loft ApartmentsA81BR,1BA$1,139
Cornell Arms ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,150

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Melrose Heights, SC

As of November 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Melrose Heights area is the $0.89 price per square foot 4x4 Oasis Model at Hub Columbia in the in the Waverly neighborhood starting from $1,249. The second greatest value Melrose Heights apartment is the 730 Maryland St Model at 730 Maryland St, Unit 1 starting at $1,600 with a $1.27 price per square foot in the Arthurtown 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.
Hub Columbia4x4 Oasis4BR,4BA$0.89
730 Maryland St, Unit 1730 Maryland St2BR,2BA$1.27
The Cooper2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.06
The BabcockSuite 1262BR,2BA$1.80
700 Woodrow2 Bedroom-Upgrade2BR,2BA$1.85
Senate PlazaTwo Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.67
The Carolinian2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.22
Ravenwood Hills1 bed/1 bath1BR,1BA$1.37
Rosewood GardensThe All-New Rosewood Gardens Apartments!1BR,1BA$1.27
3415 Piedmont Ave, Unit B3415 Piedmont Ave2BR,1BA$1.71

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Melrose Heights, Columbia, SC

Ranked #24

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Melrose Heights

What type of rentals are currently available in Melrose Heights?

There are currently 212 Apartments for Rent in Melrose Heights, SC with pricing that ranges from $800 to $3,532. There are also 121 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Melrose Heights ranging from $725 to $6,600.

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 $725 to $6,600 with an average monthly rent of $2,559.

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 $3,532, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,350 to $3,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,295.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

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The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.