
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Robert Mills Historic Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $400 (33 Rentals)
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3700 N Main St

Claire Tower

4300-14302 Wentworth Dr

2223-2225 Greene St

River Ridge

2508 Laurel St

Five Points Residential
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722 Holly St

Columbia Rising

Arrington Place Apartments

406-408 Graymont Ave

Lofts at Lourie's

Main Street Living

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3805 Lamar St
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1413 Cherokee St

The Babcock

207-209 S Pickens St

Canalside Lofts

1633-1635 Enoree Ave

Elmwood Lofts

1618-1618 Heyward St
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The Dylan

Benton Crossing

Berry Building

Olympia Mills

801 King St

2411 Blossom St

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546 Shull St, Unit A
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505 B Ave
Robert Mills Historic, Columbia, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Robert Mills Historic?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Robert Mills Historic Studio Apartments | $1,474 | $800 | $2,029 |
| Robert Mills Historic 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,590 | $600 | $2,408 |
| Robert Mills Historic 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,722 | $775 | $3,009 |
| Robert Mills Historic 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,472 | $795 | $7,144 |
| Robert Mills Historic 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,358 | $499 | $4,877 |
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Cheapest Available Robert Mills Historic Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Robert Mills Historic area of Columbia, SC is a 1 Bed unit found at River Ridge priced from $899. Five Points Residential has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable Robert Mills Historic apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Ridge | 1bd1bth | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Five Points Residential | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| Columbia Rising | Modern 2bd & 3bd homes ready for you! | 2BR,1BA | $975 |
| Arrington Place Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $997 |
| Lofts at Lourie's | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,032 |
| Berry Building | Barringer: 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,041 |
| Main Street Living | Barringer: 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,041 |
| Cornell Arms Apartments | Studio One Bedroom | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| Hub Columbia | 4x3 | 4BR,3BA | $1,090 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Robert Mills Historic, SC
As of February 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Robert Mills Historic area is the $0.89 price per square foot 4x4 Oasis Model at Hub Columbia in the in the Waverly neighborhood starting from $1,249. The second greatest value Robert Mills Historic apartment is the 3bd2bth Model at River Ridge starting at $1,299 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the Eau Claire neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Robert Mills Historic apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hub Columbia | 4x4 Oasis | 4BR,4BA | $0.89 |
| River Ridge | 3bd2bth | 3BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| Granby Oaks Apartments | 2 bed / 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| Tapp's Building | Tapp`s: 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| NOMA Flats | 2 BR | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Arrington Place Apartments | 3 Beds, 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| 1413 Cherokee St | 1413 Cherokee St | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Elmwood Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| The Radley | 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Five Points Residential | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Robert Mills Historic Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Robert Mills Historic?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Robert Mills Historic is under $1,090.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Robert Mills Historic?
The cheapest apartment in Robert Mills Historic is River Ridge which is listed at $899, while the average apartment in Robert Mills Historic costs $3,200.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Robert Mills Historic?
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 48 regular apartments in Robert Mills Historic 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 Robert Mills Historic?
Cheap apartments in Robert Mills Historic have an average cost of $341 which is $2,859 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Robert Mills Historic.
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