Cheap Homes for Rent in Old Shandon Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $800 (47 Rentals)

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property at 1600 Park Cir

1600 Park Cir

ColumbiaSC29201

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property at 1814 Greene St

1814 Greene St

ColumbiaSC29201

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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 Rosewood Gardens priced from $925. Towers at Forest Acres has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $936. Here are the most affordable Old Shandon apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Rosewood GardensThe All-New Rosewood Gardens Apartments!1BR,1BA$925
Towers at Forest Acres0C - StudioStudio,1BA$936
Lofts at Lourie'sStudioStudio,1BA$1,074
Hub Columbia4x34BR,3BA$1,114
Cornell Arms ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,150
1321 Lofts1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,169
1527 Gervais StFurnished StudioStudio,1BA$1,200
Hampton CourtsHC22A802BR,2BA$1,296
Hampton House1 Bedroom without Balcony1BR,1BA$1,300

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Shandon, SC

As of August 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Old Shandon area is the $1.55 price per square foot The Burney Model at 5th & Sloan in the in the East Columbia neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Old Shandon apartment is the 6A Model at The Lady starting at $1,999 with a $1.81 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.
5th & SloanThe Burney2BR,2BA$1.55
The Lady6A2BR,2BA$1.81
318 S Woodrow St318 S Woodrow St2BR,1BA$1.54
Main Street LivingTapps: 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.44
712 Maryland St712 Maryland St2BR,1BA$1.05
Hampton CourtsHC22AR802BR,2BA$1.51
The Yards Townhomes2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.69
Yugo Columbia Lofts2 Bed, 1 Bath Standard2BR,1BA$1.60
Hampton Greene Apartment HomesOne Bedroom- 784 sqft1BR,1BA$1.73
Rosewood GardensThe All-New Rosewood Gardens Apartments!1BR,1BA$1.27

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Old Shandon, Columbia, SC

Ranked #30

Among cities in South Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Old Shandon

What type of rentals are currently available in Old Shandon?

There are currently 226 Apartments for Rent in Old Shandon, SC with pricing that ranges from $795 to $4,499. There are also 114 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Old Shandon ranging from $875 to $9,900.

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 $875 to $9,900 with an average monthly rent of $3,233.

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 $1,095 to $3,488, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $995 to $3,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,190.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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