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Brook Pines
169 Brook Pines DrColumbia, SC 29210
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverside Forest Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $400 (19 Rentals)
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Acasa Tropical Ridge
167 Stoneridge DrColumbia, SC 29210
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Retreat at Broad River
1079 Springhouse DrColumbia, SC 29210
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Reserve at River Walk
4501 Bentley DrColumbia, SC 29210
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Boulder Creek
1000 Bentley CtColumbia, SC 29210
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Cypress Run
3430 Broad River RdColumbia, SC 29210
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Grove at St. Andrews
716 Zimalcrest DrColumbia, SC 29210
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Landmark at Pine Court
3900 Bentley DrColumbia, SC 29210
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The Waterford Apartment Homes
1340 Longcreek DrColumbia, SC 29210
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Bent Tree Apartments
1000 Bent Tree LnColumbia, SC 29210
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Richland Terrace Apartments
1212 Metze RdColumbia, SC 29210
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Waters At Longcreek
1401 Longcreek DrColumbia, SC 29210
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Acasa Prosper Fairways
1800 Longcreek DrColumbia, SC 29210
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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 | $993 | $571 | $1,572 |
| Riverside Forest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,136 | $650 | $1,990 |
| Riverside Forest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,328 | $865 | $3,820 |
| Riverside Forest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,595 | $1,040 | $4,950 |
| Riverside Forest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,656 | $1,425 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Riverside Forest Neighborhood of Columbia, SC.
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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 Acasa Prosper Fairways priced from $700. Reserve at River Walk has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $784. Here are the most affordable Riverside Forest apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acasa Prosper Fairways | 1X1_678 | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Reserve at River Walk | Seibles | 1BR,1BA | $784 |
| Park SC | 1 bed 1 bath A2 | 1BR,1BA | $788 |
| Grove at St. Andrews | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Landmark at Pine Court | A1 Designer | 1BR,1BA | $829 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverside Forest, SC
As of June 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Riverside Forest area is the $0.89 price per square foot 3x2.5_1196 Model at Acasa River Crest in the in the Lincolnshire neighborhood starting from $1,062. The second greatest value Riverside Forest apartment is the The Columbia Model at Richland Terrace Apartments starting at $1,055 with a $0.90 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acasa River Crest | 3x2.5_1196 | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.89 |
| Richland Terrace Apartments | The Columbia | 2BR,2BA | $0.90 |
| Three Rivers | 2A | 2BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| Acasa Tropical Ridge | 2x2_1100 | 2BR,2BA | $0.76 |
| Copperfield | The Saluda - Renovated | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.07 |
| Cypress Run | 2 Beds | 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| The Farrington | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Waters At Longcreek | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Acasa Prosper Fairways | 1X1_672 | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Park SC | 1 bed 1 bath A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
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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 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 $885.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Riverside Forest?
The cheapest apartment in Riverside Forest is Acasa Prosper Fairways which is listed at $700, while the average apartment in Riverside Forest costs $26,900.
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 18 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 $256 which is $26,644 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Riverside Forest.
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