Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverside Forest Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $400 (36 Rentals)

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Trenton Court
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Trenton Court

3427 Broad River RdColumbia, SC 29210
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Capstone at Stoneridge
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Capstone at Stoneridge

151 Moore Hopkins LnColumbia, SC 29210
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Riverside Forest, Columbia, SC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Riverside Forest Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Riverside Forest area of Columbia, SC is a 1 Bed unit found at Park SC priced from $799. Cypress Run has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $820. Here are the most affordable Riverside Forest apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Park SC1 bed 1 bath A21BR,1BA$799
Cypress RunStudio | 1 BathStudio,1BA$820
Grove at St. AndrewsA11BR,1BA$824
Broad View ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$835
Capstone at Stoneridge1 Bdroom1BR,1BA$863
The HollowsAspen1BR,1BA$869
Reserve at River WalkLace1BR,1BA$875
The Waterford Apartment HomesOne Bedroom- 500 sqft1BR,1BA$885
The Farrington1A1BR,1BA$890
Brook PinesOrchid View1BR,1BA$893

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverside Forest, SC

As of November 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Riverside Forest area is the $1.22 price per square foot Hudson Model at Broad River Trace in the in the Eau Claire neighborhood starting from $1,575. The second greatest value Riverside Forest apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Waters At Longcreek starting at $1,295 with a $1.04 price per square foot in the Skyland Estates neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riverside Forest apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Broad River TraceHudson3BR,2BA$1.22
Waters At LongcreekThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.04
Acasa Rivercrest3x2.5_11963BR,2BA$1.02
Richland Terrace ApartmentsThe Columbia2BR,2BA$0.96
Three Rivers2A2BR,2BA$1.11
Copperfield Apartments2/1.5R2BR,1.5BA$1.07
Alera West2 Bed, 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.15
Cypress Run1 Bed | 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.00
The Farrington1A1BR,1BA$1.05
Landmark at Pine CourtA3 Designer Plus with W/D1BR,1BA$1.24

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Riverside Forest, Columbia, SC

Ranked #17

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website is proud to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities across the United States including Riverside Forest, Columbia, and the greater Columbia area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, apartment communities for the kids, raising pets, transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Riverside Forest Neighborhood in Columbia, SC

Walk Score®

10 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

25 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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 Riverside Forest Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Riverside Forest?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Riverside Forest is at Cypress Run listed at $820.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverside Forest Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverside Forest Apartment is $799 at Park SC.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Riverside Forest Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Riverside Forest is starting from $934 at Park SC.

What is the most affordable Riverside Forest Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Riverside Forest Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Acasa Rivercrest and starts from $1,215.

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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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

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