Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer East Central Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $500 (46 Rentals)

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1051 Southern Dr

ColumbiaSC29201

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Veranda at North Main
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Veranda at North Main

3700 N Main StColumbia, SC 29203
Senior Living
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Timberlane Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Timberlane Apartments

3610 Timberlane DrColumbia, SC 29205
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Mauldin Village
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Mauldin Village

5418 Mauldin AveColumbia, SC 29203
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Berry Building
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Berry Building

1600-1608 Main StColumbia, SC 29201
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Lamplighter Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lamplighter Apartments

1730 Windover StColumbia, SC 29204
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Benton Crossing
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Benton Crossing

2617 River DrColumbia, SC 29201
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Olympia Mills
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Olympia Mills

600 Heyward StColumbia, SC 29201
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Tapp's Building
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Tapp's Building

1644 Main StColumbia, SC 29201
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2411 Blossom St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2411 Blossom St

2411 Blossom StColumbia, SC 29205
Student Housing
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801 King St
2 Bedroom Apartments

801 King St

801 King StColumbia, SC 29205
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Outer East Central, Columbia, SC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Outer East Central Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer East Central area of Columbia, SC is a 2 Beds unit found at Five Points Residential priced from $900. Towers at Forest Acres has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $908. Here are the most affordable Outer East Central apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Five Points Residential2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$900
Towers at Forest Acres2A - 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$908
Rosewood GardensThe All-New Rosewood Gardens Apartments!1BR,1BA$925
Gable Oaks ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$949
Columbia RisingFreshly Updated 2bd Units with Wifi, and More!2BR,1BA$975
Benton CrossingTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$993
Waters at Fairfield2 Bed / 1.5 Bath2BR,1BA$1,030
Lofts at Lourie's1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,032
Hampton CourtsHC11BR801BR,1BA$1,055
Main Street LivingBarringer: 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,088

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer East Central, SC

As of December 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Outer East Central area is the $1.17 price per square foot 4 Bedroom 3 Bath Model at The Cooper in the in the East Columbia neighborhood starting from $1,699. The second greatest value Outer East Central apartment is the 4x4 Oasis Model at Hub Columbia starting at $1,249 with a $0.89 price per square foot in the Waverly neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer East Central apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Cooper4 Bedroom 3 Bath4BR,3BA$1.17
Hub Columbia4x4 Oasis4BR,4BA$0.89
NOMA Flats3 BR3BR,2BA$1.30
21 OaksD14BR,2BA$0.59
Columbia RisingFreshly Updated 2bd Units with Wifi, and More!2BR,1BA$1.05
Benton CrossingTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.10
Gable Oaks ApartmentsThree Bedrooms3BR,1BA$1.36
Waters at Fairfield2 Bed / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.28
Ravenwood Hills1 bed/1 bath1BR,1BA$1.37
Rosewood GardensThe All-New Rosewood Gardens Apartments!1BR,1BA$1.27

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Outer East Central, Columbia, SC

Ranked #5

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central 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 proximity to parks, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places that make kids happy, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Outer East Central Neighborhood in Columbia, SC

Walk Score®

51 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

38 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

9 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer East Central Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Outer East Central?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Outer East Central is under $1,088.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Outer East Central?

The cheapest apartment in Outer East Central is Rosewood Gardens which is listed at $925, while the average apartment in Outer East Central costs $1,665.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Outer East Central?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 93 regular apartments in Outer East Central that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Outer East Central?

Cheap apartments in Outer East Central have an average cost of $599 which is $1,066 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Outer East Central.

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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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.