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property at 1600 Park Cir

1600 Park Cir

ColumbiaSC29201

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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property at 109 Church St

109 Church St

ColumbiaSC29201
property at 1814 Greene St

1814 Greene St

ColumbiaSC29201
property at 1218 Gregg St

1218 Gregg St

ColumbiaSC29201
property at 1226 Gregg St

1226 Gregg St

ColumbiaSC29201

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

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property at 1216 Gregg St

1216 Gregg St

ColumbiaSC29201

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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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 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 Outer East Central 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
The Villages at Congaree Pointe1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$831
Gable Oaks ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$909
Five Points Residential2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$918
Cornell Arms ApartmentsStudio One BedroomStudio,1BA$950
Rosewood GardensThe All New Rosewood Gardens Apartments2BR,1BA$995
Hub Columbia4x3 C4BR,3BA$995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer East Central, SC

As of July 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Outer East Central area is the $1.22 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at The Cooper in the in the East Columbia neighborhood starting from $1,349. The second greatest value Outer East Central apartment is the 2BR/1BA Model at The Landings at Forest Acres starting at $1,007 with a $1.01 price per square foot in the East Columbia 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 Cooper3 Bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.22
The Landings at Forest Acres2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$1.01
Elmwood Lofts2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.60
111 Church St, Unit 111 Church Street111 Church St1BR,1BA$1.00
Rosewood GardensThe All New Rosewood Gardens Apartments2BR,1.5BA$1.07
Gable Oaks ApartmentsThree Bedrooms3BR,1BA$1.38
Waters at Fairfield2 Bed / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.46
Ravenwood Hills1 Bed | 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.31
Five Points Residential2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.45
3217 Cannon St, Unit Cannon D3217 Cannon StStudio ,1BA$1.50

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Frequently Asked Questions about Outer East Central

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

There are currently 301 Apartments for Rent in Outer East Central, SC with pricing that ranges from $599 to $6,532. There are also 160 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Outer East Central ranging from $795 to $6,600.

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 $795 to $6,600 with an average monthly rent of $2,454.

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 $629 to $6,532, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,195 to $3,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $599.

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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

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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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.