Apartments for Rent in the Olympia Neighborhood of Columbia, SC (273 Rentals)

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Local Expert's Top 8: Affordable Columbia, SC Neighborhoods for Quality Living

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The Palms 1101
$1,947 - $4,208
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$1,947 - $4,208
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The Palms 1101

1101 Lady StColumbia, SC 29201
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The Palms on Main
$1,350 - $1,550
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$1,350 - $1,550
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Oct 2

The Palms on Main

1155 Lady StColumbia, SC 29201
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property at 1221 Pickens St

$3,250

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$3,250
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3 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for Rent

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1221 Pickens St

ColumbiaSC29201
property at 619 King St

$1,470

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$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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314 S Woodrow St
$2,400
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$2,400
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314 S Woodrow St

314 S Woodrow StColumbia, SC 29205
property at 629 Kentucky St

$1,150

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$1,150
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$1,150

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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629 Kentucky St, Unit B

629 Kentucky St
ColumbiaSC29201
property at 2744 Monroe St

$2,700

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$2,700
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$2,700

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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2744 Monroe St

ColumbiaSC29205
property at 900 Taylor St

$2,250

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$2,250
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$2,250

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Dec 16

900 Taylor St, Unit #212

900 Taylor St
ColumbiaSC29201
property at 2327 Santee Ave

$2,850

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$2,850
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4 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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2327 Santee Ave

ColumbiaSC29205
property at 2329 Santee Ave

$3,800

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$3,800
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4 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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2329 Santee Ave

ColumbiaSC29205

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property at 230 S Gregg St

$1,000 - $2,250

1 To 4 Bedroom Rentals

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230 S Gregg St

ColumbiaSC29205
property at 1100 Wheat St

$1,495 - $1,950

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1100 Wheat St

ColumbiaSC29201

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Olympia, Columbia, SC Local Guide

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Olympia, Columbia, SC

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

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3.5
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Lifestyle Ratings

This website works hard to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across South Carolina, including Columbia. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendly amenities, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Olympia

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Olympia area of Columbia, SC?

As of today, August 24, 2026, there are currently 273 available Olympia apartments priced from $460 to $5,252, with an average monthly rent of $1,725.

How much are Studio apartments in Olympia?

There are currently 45 Studio Apartments in Olympia with rent ranges from $800 to $2,402 with an average price of $1,487.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Olympia Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Olympia ranges from $900 to $2,195 with an average monthly rent of $1,642.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Olympia cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Olympia range from $739 to $3,677. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,902.

How expensive are Olympia Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 43 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Olympia on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $649 to $3,530 - averaging $1,573 for the location.

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Local Expert's Top 8: Affordable Columbia, SC Neighborhoods for Quality Living

Written by: Kama Offenberger

I'm Kama, the ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Columbia, South Carolina.

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

Written by: Robin Stewart

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

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.