
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Seminary Ridge Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $500 (29 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Seminary Ridge area of Columbia.


Pine Tree Apartments

Garden Lakes

4300-14302 Wentworth Dr

Landmark at Pine Court

Acasa Tropical Ridge

River Ridge
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Five Points Residential

Tamarind at Stoneridge

3014-3014-3014-3012 Columbia Ave
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3042 Howell Ct

2715 Howell Ct

239 Pineneedle Rd

2620 Main St

2322 Two Notch Rd
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2322 Two Notch Rd

2205 Harper St

2829 English Ave
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1319 Hendrix St
Seminary Ridge, Columbia, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Seminary Ridge?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seminary Ridge Studio Apartments | $1,768 | $1,640 | $1,975 |
| Seminary Ridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,277 | $752 | $2,273 |
| Seminary Ridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,223 | $845 | $2,801 |
| Seminary Ridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,755 | $1,093 | $3,800 |
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There are currently 29 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Seminary Ridge Neighborhood of Columbia, SC.
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Cheapest Available Seminary Ridge Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Seminary Ridge area of Columbia, SC is a 1 Bed unit found at Acasa Tropical Ridge priced from $894. River Ridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable Seminary Ridge apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acasa Tropical Ridge | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $894 |
| River Ridge | 1bd1bth | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Five Points Residential | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| Pine Tree Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $925 |
| Landmark at Pine Court | A2 Designer Plus | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Gable Oaks Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Tamarind at Stoneridge | Sago | 1BR,1BA | $966 |
| Benton Crossing | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $993 |
| Columbia Rising | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
| Waters at Fairfield | 2 Bed / 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,030 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Seminary Ridge, SC
As of November 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Seminary Ridge area is the $1.22 price per square foot Hudson Model at Broad River Trace in the in the Eau Claire neighborhood starting from $1,575. The second greatest value Seminary Ridge apartment is the 3 BR Model at NOMA Flats starting at $1,559 with a $1.30 price per square foot in the Eau Claire neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Seminary Ridge apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broad River Trace | Hudson | 3BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| NOMA Flats | 3 BR | 3BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| Pine Tree Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| River Ridge | 2bd1bth | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Columbia Rising | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Benton Crossing | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Landmark at Pine Court | A3 Designer Plus with W/D | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Waters at Fairfield | 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Gable Oaks Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Acasa Tropical Ridge | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSeminary Ridge, Columbia, SC
Ranked #60
Among cities in South Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Seminary Ridge Neighborhood in Columbia, SC
Walk Score®
55 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
39 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
32 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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 Seminary Ridge Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Seminary Ridge?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Seminary Ridge is under $1,030.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Seminary Ridge?
The cheapest apartment in Seminary Ridge is Acasa Tropical Ridge which is listed at $894, while the average apartment in Seminary Ridge costs $1,757.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Seminary Ridge?
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 16 regular apartments in Seminary Ridge 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 Seminary Ridge?
Cheap apartments in Seminary Ridge have an average cost of $364 which is $1,393 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Seminary Ridge.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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