Cheap Homes for Rent in the Old Shandon Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $795 (54 Rentals)

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property at 629 Kentucky St

$1,150

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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629 Kentucky St, Unit B

629 Kentucky St
ColumbiaSC29201

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property at 619 King St

$1,470

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2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Condo for Rent

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619 King St, Unit 402

619 King St
ColumbiaSC29205

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Old Shandon, Columbia, SC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Old Shandon Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Old Shandon area of Columbia, SC is a 1 Bed unit found at Towers At Forest Acres priced from $869. Capri Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $925. Here are the most affordable Old Shandon apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Towers At Forest AcresTrenholm1BR,1BA$869
Capri ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$925
The DylanC-80% income restricted studioStudio,1BA$950
Rosewood Gardens1 Bedroom 1 Bath Renovated1BR,1BA$975
The Carolinian1 Bedroon 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,001
Hub Columbia4x34BR,3BA$1,070
Berry BuildingBarringer: 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,107
Main Street LivingBarringer: 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,107
1321 Lofts1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,113
Hampton Courts Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath C Upgraded (80% Income Restricted)1BR,1BA$1,268

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Shandon, SC

As of August 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Old Shandon area is the $1.62 price per square foot 314 S Woodrow St Model at 314 S Woodrow St in the in the East Columbia neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Old Shandon apartment is the 2x2 Model at Hub Columbia starting at $1,219 with a $1.15 price per square foot in the Waverly neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Old Shandon apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
314 S Woodrow St314 S Woodrow St3BR,2BA$1.62
Hub Columbia2x22BR,2BA$1.15
1906 Greene St, Unit 1906 Greene St1906 Greene St2BR,1BA$1.30
1808 Greene St1808 Greene St2BR,1BA$1.70
2332 Stark St, Unit 2-unit Duplex2332 Stark St2BR,1BA$1.44
Cornell Arms ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.59
Rosewood Gardens1 Bedroom 1 Bath Renovated1BR,1BA$1.34
The Carolinian1 Bedroon 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.43
Towers At Forest AcresTrenholm1BR,1BA$1.42
Capri ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.68

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

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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 Old Shandon

What type of rentals are currently available in Old Shandon?

There are currently 225 Apartments for Rent in Old Shandon, SC with pricing that ranges from $800 to $3,960. There are also 141 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Old Shandon ranging from $795 to $4,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Old Shandon?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Old Shandon ranges from $795 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,942.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Old Shandon?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Old Shandon range from $850 to $3,530, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $850 to $3,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,450.

Expert Rental Resources

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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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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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