
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Skyland Estates Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $400 (69 Rentals)
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Acasa Prosper Fairways Apartments

149 Kensington Rd

Park SC

Riverwalk Vista

3016 River Dr

The Waterford Apartment Homes

River Ridge

Tamarind at Stoneridge

The Hollows
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Acasa Tropical Ridge

Landmark at Pine Court

Boulder Creek

Elmwood Lofts

Reserve at River Walk

Briargate

1215 Old Manor Rd

1224 Old Manor Rd

The Dylan

Stone Ridge Apartments
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413 Old Manor Rd

Copperfield Apartments

416 Old Manor Rd

1213 Old Manor Rd

Main Street Living

4008 Margrave Rd

Lofts at Lourie's

407 Pineneedle Rd, Unit 162

1018 Old Manor Rd

422 Old Manor Rd
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Acasa Vista Towers

412 Steadham Rd, Unit 01-204

Canalside Lofts

508 Menlo Dr

505 Menlo Dr

Three Rivers

Broad River Trace

514 Menlo Dr

236 W Miriam Ave

Columbia Rising
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Benton Crossing

Veranda at North Main

Stoneridge Senior Village

Broad View

112 Menlo Dr

Waters At Longcreek

3618 Medical Dr

1217 Old Manor Rd

104 Clairton Ct

Berry Building
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Skyland Estates, Columbia, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Skyland Estates?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skyland Estates Studio Apartments | $1,271 | $401 | $1,821 |
| Skyland Estates 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,171 | $720 | $2,055 |
| Skyland Estates 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,331 | $450 | $3,090 |
| Skyland Estates 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,785 | $1,020 | $3,800 |
| Skyland Estates 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,428 | $499 | $5,441 |
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There are currently 69 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Skyland Estates Neighborhood of Columbia, SC.
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Cheapest Available Skyland Estates Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Skyland Estates area of Columbia, SC is a Studio unit found at Siegel Select Columbia priced from $401. Benton Crossing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $446. Here are the most affordable Skyland Estates apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Siegel Select Columbia | Studio - Weekly Rate | Studio,1BA | $401 |
| Benton Crossing | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $446 |
| Acasa Prosper Fairways Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $720 |
| Park SC | 1 bed 1 bath A2 | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Broad View | 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| Riverwalk Vista | 1x1 Studio | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| River Ridge | 1bd1bth | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| The Waterford Apartment Homes | One Bedroom- 500 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $855 |
| The Hollows | Ascot | 1BR,1BA | $869 |
| Boulder Creek | A1-Congaree | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Skyland Estates, SC
As of July 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Skyland Estates area is the $0.93 price per square foot 4x4 Oasis Model at Hub Columbia in the in the Waverly neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Skyland Estates apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Benton Crossing starting at $446 with a $0.38 price per square foot in the Eau Claire neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Skyland Estates apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hub Columbia | 4x4 Oasis | 4BR,4BA | $0.93 |
| Benton Crossing | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.38 |
| The Assembly | C2 | 3BR,3BA | $1.26 |
| River Ridge | 3bd2bth | 3BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| Copperfield Apartments | 2/1.5R | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.07 |
| Acasa Tropical Ridge | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| The Radley | 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH | 2BR,2BA | $0.87 |
| Riverwalk Vista | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Acasa Prosper Fairways Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Siegel Select Columbia | Studio - Weekly Rate | Studio ,1BA | $0.89 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSkyland Estates, Columbia, SC
Ranked #8
Among cities in South Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Skyland Estates Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Skyland Estates?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Skyland Estates is under $895.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Skyland Estates?
The cheapest apartment in Skyland Estates is Acasa Prosper Fairways Apartments which is listed at $720, while the average apartment in Skyland Estates costs $1,567.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Skyland Estates?
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 29 regular apartments in Skyland Estates 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 Skyland Estates?
Cheap apartments in Skyland Estates have an average cost of $285 which is $1,282 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Skyland Estates.
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