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Colonial Pointe Apartments
7648 Garners Ferry RdColumbia, SC 29209
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Wellington Farms Apartment Homes
700 Greenlawn DrColumbia, SC 29209
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1120 Corner Wind LnColumbia, SC 29209
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1101 Hallbrook DrColumbia, SC 29209
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7116 Tama RdColumbia, SC 29209
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8100 Garners Ferry RdColumbia, SC 29209
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Hampton Courts
501 Pelham DrColumbia, SC 29209
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Whispering Pines
400 Greenlawn DrColumbia, SC 29209
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1401 Elmtree RdColumbia, SC 29209
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500 Gills Creek PkwyColumbia, SC 29209
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1030 Atlas RdColumbia, SC 29209
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514 Spindrift LnColumbia, SC 29209
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401 Burnside DrColumbia, SC 29209
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Carriage Place
6530 Davidson StColumbia, SC 29209
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Creekside at Greenlawn Apartment Homes
600 Greenlawn DrColumbia, SC 29209
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7651 Garners Ferry RdColumbia, SC 29209
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4679 Fort Jackson BlvdColumbia, SC 29209
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7645 Garners Ferry RdColumbia, SC 29209
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2401 Atlas RdColumbia, SC 29209
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Cedar Crossing
350 Byron RdColumbia, SC 29209
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Huntington Place
1003 True StColumbia, 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 | $849 | $849 | $849 |
| Southeast Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,207 | $869 | $1,619 |
| Southeast Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,436 | $943 | $2,219 |
| Southeast Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,627 | $1,100 | $2,519 |
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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 Studio unit found at Colonial Pointe Apartments priced from $849. Wellington Farms Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $869. 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 | Studio,1BA | $849 |
| Wellington Farms Apartment Homes | The Spencer 50 | 1BR,1BA | $869 |
| Burnside Farms | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $889 |
| Arbor Landing Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Deer Meadow Village | 1 Bedroom (Sunroom Optional) | 1BR,1BA | $959 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast Columbia, SC
As of April 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southeast Columbia area is the $1.26 price per square foot Two Bedrooms Model at Carriage Place in the in the East Columbia neighborhood starting from $1,425. The second greatest value Southeast Columbia apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Elmtree Apartments starting at $1,095 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Southeast 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. |
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| Carriage Place | Two Bedrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| Elmtree Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Burnside Farms | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.61 |
| Harbour Landing | Harbour 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Arbor Landing Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Whispering Pines | 1 Bed 1 Bath-White Appliances | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Wellington Farms Apartment Homes | The Spencer M | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Deer Meadow Village | 1 Bedroom (Sunroom Optional) | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Villager | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Colonial Pointe Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.52 |
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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 Wellington Farms Apartment Homes which is listed at $869, while the average apartment in Southeast Columbia costs $1,544.
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 18 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 $517 which is $1,027 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southeast Columbia.
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