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Colonial Pointe Apartments
7648 Garners Ferry RdColumbia, SC 29209
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southeast Columbia Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $750 (22 Rentals)
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Arbor Landing Apartments
1101 Hallbrook DrColumbia, SC 29209
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$931 - $2,429
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The Meadows at Burnside Farms
1120 Corner Wind LnColumbia, SC 29209
7221 Patricia Dr
ColumbiaSC29209
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$1,033 - $1,3661 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
Deer Meadow Village
8100 Garners Ferry RdColumbia, SC 29209
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$1,040 - $1,815
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Hampton Courts Apartments
501 Pelham DrColumbia, SC 29209
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Wellington Residential
7116 Tama RdColumbia, SC 29209
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Whispering Pines
400 Greenlawn DrColumbia, SC 29209
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$1,099 - $1,2241 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Avalon Place
1030 Atlas RdColumbia, SC 29209
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$1,125 - $1,6991 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Wellington Farms Apartment Homes
700 Greenlawn DrColumbia, SC 29209
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Villager Apartments
401 Burnside DrColumbia, SC 29209
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$1,235 - $2,2171 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 11
Hampton Greene Apartment Homes
500 Gills Creek PkwyColumbia, SC 29209
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$1,335 - $3,2421 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Creekside at Greenlawn Apartment Homes
600 Greenlawn DrColumbia, SC 29209
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Garners Crossing
7651 Garners Ferry RdColumbia, SC 29209
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Barkoot Apartments
4679 Fort Jackson BlvdColumbia, SC 29209
25 Willow Hurst Ct
ColumbiaSC29209
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Spring Lake
7645 Garners Ferry RdColumbia, SC 29209
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Haven at Congaree Pointe 55+ Apartments
2401 Atlas RdColumbia, SC 29209
801 Eastmont Dr
ColumbiaSC29209
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Harbour Landing
514 Spindrift LnColumbia, SC 29209
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Cedar Crossing
350 Byron RdColumbia, SC 29209
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elmtree1401a
1401 Elmtree RdColumbia, SC 29209
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Southeast Columbia, Columbia, SC Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southeast Columbia?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeast Columbia Studio Apartments | $899 | $899 | $899 |
| Southeast Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,287 | $899 | $1,704 |
| Southeast Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,498 | $999 | $2,079 |
| Southeast Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,674 | $1,249 | $2,429 |
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Cheapest Available Southeast Columbia Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southeast Columbia area of Columbia, SC is a 1 Bed unit found at Colonial Pointe Apartments priced from $899. Arbor Landing Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable Southeast Columbia apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colonial Pointe Apartments | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Arbor Landing Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Avalon Place | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Wellington Farms Apartment Homes | A1L- The Spencer | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Hampton Courts Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath B (80% Income Restricted) | 1BR,1BA | $1,145 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast Columbia, SC
As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southeast Columbia area is the $1.23 price per square foot Hillsboro Model at Huntington Place in the in the Southeast Columbia neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Southeast Columbia apartment is the Two Bedrooms Model at Carriage Place starting at $1,425 with a $1.26 price per square foot in the East Columbia neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southeast Columbia apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Huntington Place | Hillsboro | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| Carriage Place | Two Bedrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| elmtree1401a | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| Whispering Pines | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath-Renovated | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.23 |
| Arbor Landing Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Wellington Farms Apartment Homes | A1M- The Spencer | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Villager Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Creekside at Greenlawn Apartment Homes | One Bedroom-749 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Avalon Place | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Colonial Pointe Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.61 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southeast Columbia Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southeast Columbia?
The cheapest apartment in Southeast Columbia is Colonial Pointe Apartments which is listed at $899, while the average apartment in Southeast Columbia costs $1,443.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southeast Columbia?
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 25 regular apartments in Southeast Columbia 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 Southeast Columbia?
Cheap apartments in Southeast Columbia have an average cost of $516 which is $927 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southeast Columbia.
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Local Expert's Top 8: Affordable Columbia, SC Neighborhoods for Quality Living
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I'm Kama, the ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Columbia, South Carolina.
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Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.
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