
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverside Forest Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $400 (6 Rentals)
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Acasa Prosper Fairways

Boulder Creek

1234 Winyah Dr
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 |
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Riverside Forest Studio Apartments | $993 | $571 | $1,933 |
Riverside Forest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,002 | $784 | $2,860 |
Riverside Forest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,303 | $800 | $3,277 |
Riverside Forest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,545 | $1,096 | $3,772 |
Riverside Forest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,832 | $1,425 | $1,900 |
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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. Park SC 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 |
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Acasa Prosper Fairways | 1X1_678 | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
Park SC | 1 bed 1 bath A2 | 1BR,1BA | $784 |
Brook Pines | Primrose | 1BR,1BA | $808 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverside Forest, SC
As of September 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Riverside Forest area is the $1.09 price per square foot 3A Model at The Farrington in the in the Riverside Forest neighborhood starting from $1,575. The second greatest value Riverside Forest apartment is the 214 Hanover Ave Model at 214 Hanover Ave, Unit A starting at $1,450 with a $1.04 price per square foot in the Eau Claire 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. |
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The Farrington | 3A | 3BR,2BA | $1.09 |
214 Hanover Ave, Unit A | 214 Hanover Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
Broad River Trace | Hudson | 3BR,2BA | $1.17 |
Quail Hollow Apartments | The Cardinal 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.88 |
Copperfield Apartments | 3/2R | 3BR,2BA | $1.06 |
Acasa River Crest | 3x2.5_1196 | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.87 |
Cypress Run | 2 Beds | 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
St. Andrews Commons Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
Alera West | 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.14 |
Acasa Prosper Fairways | 1X1_672 | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRiverside Forest, Columbia, SC
Ranked #18
Among cities in South Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet 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 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 $865.
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 $1,900.
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 21 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 $167 which is $1,733 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Riverside Forest.
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