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Wellspring Apartments
500 Harbison BlvdColumbia, SC 29212
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northwest Columbia Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $927 (11 Rentals)
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Waters Edge at Harbison
250 Crossbow DrColumbia, SC 29212
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Avenue at Harbison
113 Paces Brook AveColumbia, SC 29212
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West Winds Townhomes
105 Hillpine RdColumbia, 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 Rd
568-574 Old Bush River RdChapin, SC 29036
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Northwest Columbia, Columbia, SC Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northwest Columbia?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Columbia Studio Apartments | $1,559 | $1,559 | $1,559 |
| Northwest Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,596 | $1,185 | $2,115 |
| Northwest Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,692 | $1,335 | $2,260 |
| Northwest Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,970 | $1,357 | $2,760 |
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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 $927. Lory of Harbison has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,174. Here are the most affordable Northwest Columbia apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Avenue at Harbison | Magnolia | 1BR, 1BA | $927 |
| Lory of Harbison | Cypress | 2BR, 1BA | $1,174 |
| Wellspring Apartments | Charleston 2-2 | 2BR, 2BA | $1,262 |
| Heights at Lake Murray | Sydney | 1BR, 1BA | $1,440 |
| Palisades at Ballentine | The Murray | 2BR, 2BA | $1,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest Columbia, SC
As of September 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northwest Columbia area is the $1.32 price per square foot Myrtle Model at Waters Edge at Harbison in the Irmo neighborhood starting from $1,777. The second greatest value Northwest Columbia apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at The Point at Chestnut Hill in the Harbison neighborhood starting at $2,095 with a $1.57 price per square foot. 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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| Waters Edge at Harbison | Myrtle | 3BR, 2BA | $1.32 |
| The Point at Chestnut Hill | 3 Bedroom | 3BR, 2.5BA | $1.57 |
| Residence at Marina Bay | Saluda | 2BR, 2BA | $1.59 |
| Lory of Harbison | Sycamore | 3BR, 2BA | $1.18 |
| Palisades at Ballentine | The Murray | 2BR, 2BA | $1.42 |
| Wellspring Apartments | Charleston 2-2 | 2BR, 2BA | $1.26 |
| Atlantic at Parkridge | Atlantic | 1BR, 1BA | $2.02 |
| Heights at Lake Murray | Sydney | 1BR, 1BA | $1.81 |
| Avenue at Harbison | Aspen | 1BR, 1BA | $1.47 |
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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 $927 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 Wellspring Apartments and starts from $1,357.
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Local Expert's Top 8: Affordable Columbia, SC Neighborhoods for Quality Living
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I'm Kama, the ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Columbia, South Carolina.
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The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.
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Many housing markets throughout America share a common complaint: a lack of affordable rental properties.
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