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500 Harbison BlvdColumbia, SC 29212
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Avenue at Harbison
103 Paces Brook AveColumbia, SC 29212
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West Winds Townhomes
105 Hillpine RdColumbia, SC 29212
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Waters Edge at Harbison
250 Crossbow DrColumbia, SC 29212
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Lory of Harbison
100 Fairforest RdColumbia, SC 29212
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Harbison Gardens
401 Columbiana DrColumbia, SC 29212
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Palisades at Ballentine
114 Ballentine Crossing LnIrmo, SC 29063
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Atlantic at Parkridge
356 Lake Murray BlvdIrmo, SC 29063
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Heights at Lake Murray
100 Walden Heights DrIrmo, SC 29063
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Residence at Marina Bay
1600 Marina RdIrmo, SC 29063
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568-574 Old Bush River RdChapin, SC 29036
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Northwest Columbia, Columbia, SC Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northwest Columbia?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,399 | $1,105 | $1,915 |
| Northwest Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,584 | $1,017 | $2,237 |
| Northwest Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,856 | $1,385 | $2,345 |
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Cheapest Available Northwest Columbia Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northwest Columbia area of Columbia, SC is a 1 Bed unit found at Avenue at Harbison priced from $1,150. Heights at Lake Murray has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,170. Here are the most affordable Northwest Columbia apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avenue at Harbison | Magnolia | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Heights at Lake Murray | Athens | 1BR,1BA | $1,170 |
| Lory of Harbison | Cypress | 2BR,1BA | $1,174 |
| Palisades at Ballentine | The Katherine | 1BR,1BA | $1,235 |
| Waters Edge at Harbison | Savanna | 2BR,2BA | $1,239 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest Columbia, SC
As of March 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northwest Columbia area is the $1.60 price per square foot Saluda Model at Residence at Marina Bay in the in the Lake Murray neighborhood starting from $1,996. The second greatest value Northwest Columbia apartment is the Cypress Model at Lory of Harbison starting at $1,174 with a $1.02 price per square foot in the Irmo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northwest Columbia apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Residence at Marina Bay | Saluda | 2BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| Lory of Harbison | Cypress | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.02 |
| Waters Edge at Harbison | Savanna | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| West Winds Townhomes | The Magnolia 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.46 |
| Palisades at Ballentine | The Katherine | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Atlantic at Parkridge | Sullivan | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| Wellspring Apartments | Columbiana 1-1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| Heights at Lake Murray | Athens | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Avenue at Harbison | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northwest Columbia Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Northwest Columbia Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Northwest Columbia Apartment is $1,150 at Avenue at Harbison.
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Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Northwest Columbia is starting from $1,174 at Lory of Harbison.
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The best deal on a cheap Northwest Columbia Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Avenue at Harbison and starts from $1,600.
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