
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the The Summit Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $708 (23 Rentals)
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Keswick

The Shores at Elders Pond

Nexus At Sandhill
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21 Loggerhead Dr

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The Summit, Columbia, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in The Summit?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Summit Studio Apartments | $1,700 | $1,700 | $1,700 |
| The Summit 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,590 | $842 | $2,445 |
| The Summit 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,811 | $1,008 | $2,999 |
| The Summit 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,824 | $1,158 | $3,314 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 23 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the The Summit Neighborhood of Columbia, SC.
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Cheapest Available The Summit Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the The Summit area of Columbia, SC is a 1 Bed unit found at Aria Lake Carolina priced from $842. Keswick has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,199. Here are the most affordable The Summit apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aria Lake Carolina | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $842 |
| Keswick | The Alston | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Legacy At Sandhill | Riverbank | 1BR,1BA | $1,255 |
| Wildewood South | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1,279 |
| Nexus At Sandhill | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $1,320 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in The Summit, SC
As of August 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the The Summit area is the $1.66 price per square foot Townsend Model at Ashcroft in the in the Leesburg neighborhood starting from $2,870. The second greatest value The Summit apartment is the The Murray Suite Model at Mill Creek Manor Senior Living starting at $2,600 with a $2.26 price per square foot in the Leesburg neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for The Summit apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashcroft | Townsend | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.66 |
| Mill Creek Manor Senior Living | The Murray Suite | 2BR,2BA | $2.26 |
| Wildewood South | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Aria Lake Carolina | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| The One at Columbia | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Keswick | The Abington | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Nexus At Sandhill | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| The Roseberry | The Reine | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Legacy At Sandhill | Riverfront | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Inspire Sandhill - 55+ Active Adult Community | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.02 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap The Summit Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom The Summit Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom The Summit Apartment is $842 at Aria Lake Carolina.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom The Summit Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in The Summit is starting from $1,008 at Aria Lake Carolina.
What is the most affordable The Summit Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap The Summit Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Aria Lake Carolina and starts from $1,158.
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