Cheap Homes for Rent in Northwest Columbia Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $1,100 (7 Rentals)

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Northwest Columbia, Columbia, SC Local Guide

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 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,055. Here are the most affordable Northwest Columbia apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Avenue at HarbisonMagnolia1BR,1BA$927
Lory of HarbisonBirchwood1BR,1BA$1,055
Palisades at BallentineThe Katherine1BR,1BA$1,235

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest Columbia, SC

As of May 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northwest Columbia area is the $1.54 price per square foot Wessinger Model at Residence at Marina Bay in the in the Lake Murray neighborhood starting from $1,773. The second greatest value Northwest Columbia apartment is the Charleston 2-2 Model at Wellspring Apartments starting at $1,642 with a $1.64 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Residence at Marina BayWessinger2BR,2BA$1.54
Wellspring ApartmentsCharleston 2-22BR,2BA$1.64
Lory of HarbisonBirchwood1BR,1BA$1.11
Palisades at BallentineThe Katherine1BR,1BA$1.67
Atlantic at ParkridgeSullivan1BR,1BA$2.27
Heights at Lake MurrayAthens1BR,1BA$2.22
Avenue at HarbisonAspen1BR,1BA$1.50

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Northwest Columbia

What type of rentals are currently available in Northwest Columbia?

There are currently 15 Apartments for Rent in Northwest Columbia, SC with pricing that ranges from $927 to $2,575. There are also 124 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Northwest Columbia ranging from $1,125 to $4,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Northwest Columbia?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Northwest Columbia ranges from $1,125 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,941.

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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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.