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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 2002 Greene St

$1,200 - $1,300

2 Bedroom Rentals

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2002 Greene St

ColumbiaSC29205
property at 1600 Park Cir

$1,200 - $1,695

Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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1600 Park Cir

ColumbiaSC29201

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

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property at 1520 Senate St

$1,450 - $2,275

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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1520 Senate St

ColumbiaSC29201

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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 1 Bed unit found at The Carolinian priced from $1,001. Lofts at Lourie's has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,032. Here are the most affordable Olympia apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Carolinian1 Bedroon 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,001
Lofts at Lourie's1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,032
505 B Ave2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,100
Main Street LivingBarringer: 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,102
Berry BuildingBarringer: 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,102
1321 Lofts1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,113
Cornell Arms ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,150
Rivers Edge at Carolina StadiumThe Congaree- Standard Unfurnished - By The Bedspa1BR,1BA$1,340

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Olympia, SC

As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Olympia area is the $1.91 price per square foot 2 bedroom 1 bath Model at Lofts at Lourie's in the in the Eva P. Trezevant neighborhood starting from $1,913. The second greatest value Olympia apartment is the 717 Huntington Ave Model at 717 Huntington Ave, Unit 717 starting at $1,100 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the Deaswood 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.
Lofts at Lourie's2 bedroom 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.91
717 Huntington Ave, Unit 717717 Huntington Ave2BR,1BA$1.33
505 B Ave2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.47
The Carolinian1 Bedroon 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.43
Cayce Cove2x12BR,1BA$1.22
Hampton House1 Bedroom with Balcony1BR,1BA$2.23
533 Center St, Unit A533 Center St1BR,1BA$0.67
Cornell Arms ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.97
2603 Kiawah Ave, Unit Kiawah Avenue2603 Kiawah Ave1BR,1BA$2.59
Rivers Edge at Carolina StadiumThe Catawba- Premium Furnished RR - By The Bedspac2BR,2BA$1.82

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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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Olympia, Columbia, SC

Ranked #20

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Olympia

What type of rentals are currently available in Olympia?

There are currently 180 Apartments for Rent in Olympia, SC with pricing that ranges from $400 to $5,440. There are also 107 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Olympia ranging from $895 to $4,500.

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 $895 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,140.

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 $649 to $2,997, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $995 to $3,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $895 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $499.

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

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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