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1930 Marion StColumbia, SC 29201
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1041 Marion StColumbia, SC 29201
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1720 Van Heise StColumbia, SC 29204
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1601 Main StColumbia, SC 29201
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1321 Lady StColumbia, SC 29201
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Main Street Living
1604 Main StColumbia, SC 29201
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Cornell Arms Apartments
1230 Pendleton StColumbia, SC 29201
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2202 Liberty St
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The Palms on Main
1155 Lady StColumbia, SC 29201
1618-1618 Heyward St
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The Palms 1101
1101 Lady StColumbia, SC 29201
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The Carolinian
1318 Pickens StColumbia, SC 29201
1706 Richland St
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Canalside Lofts
383 Taylor StColumbia, SC 29201
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2003 Greene StColumbia, SC 29205
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1300 Johnson AveColumbia, SC 29203
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1813 Main StColumbia, SC 29201
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Veranda at North Main
3700 N Main StColumbia, SC 29203
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Kress Building
1502 Main StColumbia, SC 29201
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Berry Building
1600-1608 Main StColumbia, SC 29201
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Olympia Mills
600 Heyward StColumbia, SC 29201
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Elmwood Lofts
1003 Elmwood AveColumbia, SC 29201
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2411 Blossom St
2411 Blossom StColumbia, SC 29205
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801 King St
801 King StColumbia, SC 29205
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The Land Bank Loft Apartments
1401 Hampton StColumbia, SC 29201
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612 Whaley at The Mills
612 Whaley StColumbia, SC 29201
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505 B Ave
505 B AveWest Columbia, SC 29169
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323 Sortwell St, Unit 323 sortwell Street
323 Sortwell StWest Columbia, SC 29169
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Granby Oaks Apartments
800 State StWest Columbia, SC 29169
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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 | $1,267 | $750 | $2,006 |
| Robert Mills Historic 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,550 | $752 | $2,471 |
| Robert Mills Historic 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,683 | $815 | $2,881 |
| Robert Mills Historic 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,375 | $799 | $4,200 |
| Robert Mills Historic 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,690 | $535 | $4,729 |
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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 Studio unit found at The Dylan priced from $750. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Dylan | B50 | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Five Points Residential | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| Arrington Place Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $997 |
| Lofts at Lourie's | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,032 |
| Hub Columbia | 4x3 | 4BR,3BA | $1,070 |
| River Ridge | 1bd1bth | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| 1321 Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,113 |
| Berry Building | Barringer: 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,147 |
| Main Street Living | Barringer: 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,147 |
| Cornell Arms Apartments | Studio One Bedroom | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Robert Mills Historic, SC
As of March 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Robert Mills Historic area is the $1.41 price per square foot The Stage Model at 5th & Sloan in the in the East Columbia neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Robert Mills Historic apartment is the 4x4 Oasis Model at Hub Columbia starting at $1,260 with a $0.90 price per square foot in the Waverly 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5th & Sloan | The Stage | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Hub Columbia | 4x4 Oasis | 4BR,4BA | $0.90 |
| Tapp's Building | Tapps: 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| 323 Sortwell St, Unit 323 sortwell Street | 323 Sortwell St | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Arrington Place Apartments | 3 Beds, 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Columbia Rising | Palmetto | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| The Carolinian | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Elmwood Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| The Radley | 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH | 2BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| River Ridge | 1bd1bth | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
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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 $1,150.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Robert Mills Historic?
The cheapest apartment in Robert Mills Historic is Lofts at Lourie's which is listed at $1,032, 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 57 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 $373 which is $2,827 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Robert Mills Historic.
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