
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North College Place Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $568 (26 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the North College Place area of Columbia.


Garden Lakes Apartments

Five Points Residential

The Landings at Forest Acres

1418-1418 Kinderway Ave

Arrington Place Apartments
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The Cooper

1332 Boston St

1332 Boston St
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1063 Prescott Rd

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2710 Howell Ct

2801 Howell Ct

Lamplighter Apartments
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The Pines at Farrow Apartments

5846 Ames Rd

1739 Dairy St

5873 Ames Rd

4421 Windemere Ave
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3300 Margrave Rd

804 N Campanella Exd
North College Place, Columbia, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North College Place?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| North College Place 1 Bedroom Apartments | $933 | $870 | $1,120 |
| North College Place 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,207 | $900 | $1,499 |
| North College Place 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,320 | $1,100 | $1,629 |
| North College Place 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,648 | $1,267 | $1,929 |
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There are currently 26 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the North College Place Neighborhood of Columbia, SC.
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Cheapest Available North College Place Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the North College Place area of Columbia, SC is a 1 Bed unit found at Pine Tree Apartments priced from $870. Garden Lakes Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $872. Here are the most affordable North College Place apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pine Tree Apartments | Newly Renovated 1 Bed Apartments in Columbia SC | 1BR,1BA | $870 |
| Garden Lakes Apartments | 1BR1BA | 1BR,1BA | $872 |
| Five Points Residential | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| Waters at Fairfield | 2 Bed / 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,019 |
| Columbia Rising | Longleaf | 2BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| The Cooper | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Ravenwood Hills | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,120 |
| Arrington Place Apartments | 3 Beds, 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $1,143 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North College Place, SC
As of August 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the North College Place area is the $1.18 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at The Cooper in the in the East Columbia neighborhood starting from $1,299. The second greatest value North College Place apartment is the Spacious 2-Bedroom Apartments Now Leasing – $92... Model at Pine Tree Apartments starting at $1,015 with a $1.03 price per square foot in the Lincolnshire neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North College Place apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cooper | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Pine Tree Apartments | Spacious 2-Bedroom Apartments Now Leasing – $92... | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Arrington Place Apartments | 3 Beds, 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Columbia Rising | Dogwood | 3BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| 5408 Mauldin Ave, Unit 5408 Mauldin ave | 5408 Mauldin Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| Waters at Fairfield | 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Ravenwood Hills | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Garden Lakes Apartments | 1BR1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Five Points Residential | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North College Place Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in North College Place?
The cheapest apartment in North College Place is Pine Tree Apartments which is listed at $870, while the average apartment in North College Place costs $1,252.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in North College Place?
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 11 regular apartments in North College Place that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in North College Place?
Cheap apartments in North College Place have an average cost of $460 which is $792 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North College Place.
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.
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