
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverside Forest Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $400 (3 Rentals)
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Riverside Forest, Columbia, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riverside Forest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Forest Studio Apartments | $988 | $571 | $1,933 |
| Riverside Forest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $988 | $799 | $2,531 |
| Riverside Forest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,192 | $830 | $2,948 |
| Riverside Forest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,428 | $1,020 | $3,800 |
| Riverside Forest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,637 | $1,450 | $1,950 |
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There are currently 3 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Riverside Forest Neighborhood of Columbia, SC.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverside Forest, SC
As of December 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Riverside Forest area is the $1.04 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at Waters At Longcreek in the in the Skyland Estates neighborhood starting from $1,295. The second greatest value Riverside Forest apartment is the 3x2.5_1196 Model at Acasa Rivercrest starting at $1,215 with a $1.02 price per square foot in the Riverside Forest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riverside Forest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waters At Longcreek | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Acasa Rivercrest | 3x2.5_1196 | 3BR,2BA | $1.02 |
| Broad River Trace | Chattahoochee | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| Copperfield Apartments | 2/1.5R | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.07 |
| Alera West | 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.14 |
| River Ridge | 2bd1bth | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| The Farrington | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Landmark at Pine Court | A3 Designer Plus with W/D | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Riverwalk Vista | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Richland Terrace Apartments | The Florence | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRiverside Forest, Columbia, SC
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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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riverside Forest Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Riverside Forest?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Riverside Forest is under $899.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Riverside Forest?
The cheapest apartment in Riverside Forest is Grove at St. Andrews which is listed at $824, while the average apartment in Riverside Forest costs $1,450.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Riverside Forest?
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 11 regular apartments in Riverside Forest 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 Riverside Forest?
Cheap apartments in Riverside Forest have an average cost of $123 which is $1,327 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Riverside Forest.
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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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!

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