Apartments for Rent in the Robert Mills Historic Neighborhood of Columbia, SC (365 Rentals)

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The Palms 1101
$1,939 - $4,208
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$1,939 - $4,208

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The Palms 1101

1101 Lady StColumbia, SC 29201
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The Palms on Main
$1,350 - $1,550
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$1,350 - $1,550

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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 16

The Palms on Main

1155 Lady StColumbia, SC 29201
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property at 1221 Pickens St

$3,250

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$3,250

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1221 Pickens St

ColumbiaSC29201
property at 619 King St

$1,470

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$1,470

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$1,470

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Condo for Rent

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619 King St, Unit 402

619 King St
ColumbiaSC29205

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314 S Woodrow St
$2,400
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$2,400

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314 S Woodrow St

314 S Woodrow StColumbia, SC 29205
property at 900 Taylor St

$2,250

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$2,250

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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Dec 16

900 Taylor St, Unit #212

900 Taylor St
ColumbiaSC29201
property at 113 Arsenal Academy Pl

$2,295

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$2,295

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$2,295

2 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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113 Arsenal Academy Pl

ColumbiaSC29201
property at 2327 Santee Ave

$2,850

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$2,850

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$2,850

4 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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2327 Santee Ave

ColumbiaSC29205
property at 2329 Santee Ave

$3,800

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$3,800

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4 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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2329 Santee Ave

ColumbiaSC29205
property at 2744 Monroe St

$2,700

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$2,700

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3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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2744 Monroe St

ColumbiaSC29205

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across South Carolina including Robert Mills Historic, Columbia, and the greater Columbia area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Pet Friendly Rating

Does your family raise furry friends? this area ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about Robert Mills Historic

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Robert Mills Historic area of Columbia, SC?

As of today, August 15, 2026, there are currently 365 available Robert Mills Historic apartments priced from $499 to $5,459, with an average monthly rent of $1,627.

How much are Studio apartments in Robert Mills Historic?

There are currently 58 Studio Apartments in Robert Mills Historic with rent ranges from $750 to $2,464 with an average price of $1,412.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Robert Mills Historic Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Robert Mills Historic ranges from $815 to $2,438 with an average monthly rent of $1,651.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Robert Mills Historic cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Robert Mills Historic range from $739 to $3,798. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,766.

How expensive are Robert Mills Historic Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 62 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Robert Mills Historic on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $649 to $3,800 - averaging $1,457 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

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Local Expert's Top 8: Affordable Columbia, SC Neighborhoods for Quality Living

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