Cheap Homes for Rent in Outer East Central Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $500 (68 Rentals)

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property at 1600 Park Cir

$925 - $2,000

Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

1600 Park Cir

ColumbiaSC29201

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property at 1814 Greene St

$1,025

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

Available Aug 1

1814 Greene St

ColumbiaSC29201
property at 3805 Lamar St

$1,050

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

3805 Lamar St

ColumbiaSC29203
property at 332 S Bull St

$1,075

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Now

332 S Bull St

ColumbiaSC29205

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property at 2002 Greene St

$1,100 - $1,750

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

2002 Greene St

ColumbiaSC29205

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property at 2006 Heidt St

$1,195

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Now

2006 Heidt St

ColumbiaSC29204

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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 Towers at Forest Acres priced from $887. Five Points Residential has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable Outer East Central apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Towers at Forest Acres2A - 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$887
Five Points Residential2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$900
Rosewood Gardens1 Bedroom 1 Bath Renovated1BR,1BA$925
Gable Oaks ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$949
Columbia RisingFreshly Updated 2bd Units with Wifi, and More!2BR,1BA$975
Waters at Fairfield2 Bed / 1.5 Bath2BR,1BA$1,030
Lofts at Lourie's1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,032
Cornell Arms ApartmentsStudio One BedroomStudio,1BA$1,050
Haven at Congaree Pointe 55+ ApartmentsTwo Bedroom B42BR,2BA$1,050
Main Street LivingBarringer: 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,077

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer East Central, SC

As of January 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer East Central area is the $0.89 price per square foot 4x4 Oasis Model at Hub Columbia in the in the Waverly neighborhood starting from $1,249. The second greatest value Outer East Central apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Benton Crossing starting at $1,115 with a $0.94 price per square foot in the Eau Claire 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.
Hub Columbia4x4 Oasis4BR,4BA$0.89
Benton CrossingThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.94
Ravenwood Hills3 bed/2 bath3BR,2BA$1.24
21 OaksD14BR,2BA$0.59
The Cooper2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.13
Haven at Congaree Pointe 55+ ApartmentsTwo Bedroom B12BR,2BA$1.11
Kress BuildingKress: 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.19
Columbia RisingFreshly Updated 2bd Units with Wifi, and More!2BR,1BA$1.05
Waters at Fairfield2 Bed / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.28
Rosewood Gardens1 Bedroom 1 Bath Renovated1BR,1BA$1.27

Frequently Asked Questions about Outer East Central

What type of rentals are currently available in Outer East Central?

There are currently 299 Apartments for Rent in Outer East Central, SC with pricing that ranges from $629 to $3,800. There are also 187 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Outer East Central ranging from $500 to $6,250.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Outer East Central?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Outer East Central ranges from $500 to $6,250 with an average monthly rent of $2,497.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Outer East Central?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Outer East Central range from $699 to $3,800, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,000 to $3,700. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $629.

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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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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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!