Cheap Homes for Rent in Olympia Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $800 (24 Rentals)

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property at 1600 Park Cir

1600 Park Cir

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property at 109 Church St

109 Church St

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property at 1814 Greene St

1814 Greene St

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property at 1218 Gregg St

1218 Gregg St

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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property at 1226 Gregg St

1226 Gregg St

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property at 1216 Gregg St

1216 Gregg St

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Olympia, Columbia, SC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Olympia Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Olympia area of Columbia, SC is a 3 Beds unit found at Rivers Edge at Carolina Stadium priced from $770. The Carolinian has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $825. Here are the most affordable Olympia apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Rivers Edge at Carolina StadiumThe Savannah- Standard Unfurnished - By The Bedspa3BR,2BA$770
The CarolinianStudioStudio,1BA$825
Cornell Arms ApartmentsStudio One BedroomStudio,1BA$950
Hub Columbia4x3 C4BR,3BA$995
Lofts at Lourie's1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,040

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Olympia, SC

As of July 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Olympia area is the $0.57 price per square foot Townhomes Model at Pulaski Square Townhomes in the in the Eva P. Trezevant neighborhood starting from $999. The second greatest value Olympia apartment is the Guignard Model at Indigo at Brickworks starting at $2,335 with a $1.78 price per square foot in the Eva P. Trezevant neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Olympia apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Pulaski Square TownhomesTownhomes3BR,3BA$0.57
Indigo at BrickworksGuignard2BR,2BA$1.78
Lofts at Lourie's2 bedroom 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.91
111 Church St, Unit 111 Church Street111 Church St1BR,1BA$1.00
The Lady10A1BR,1BA$2.15
The Radley2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH2BR,2BA$1.07
Cayce Cove2x12BR,1BA$1.19
Hampton House1 Bedroom with Balcony1BR,1BA$2.15
3217 Cannon St, Unit Cannon D3217 Cannon StStudio ,1BA$1.50
The CarolinianStudioStudio ,1BA$2.06

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Frequently Asked Questions about Olympia

What type of rentals are currently available in Olympia?

There are currently 187 Apartments for Rent in Olympia, SC with pricing that ranges from $620 to $5,617. There are also 89 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Olympia ranging from $875 to $6,600.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Olympia?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Olympia ranges from $875 to $6,600 with an average monthly rent of $2,736.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Olympia?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Olympia range from $770 to $4,647, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,500 to $3,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $620.

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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.