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How much does it cost to rent a home in The Summit?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Summit 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,172 | $1,849 | $2,495 |
| The Summit 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,139 | $2,139 | $2,139 |
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There are currently 2 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the The Summit Neighborhood of Columbia, SC.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in The Summit, SC
As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the The Summit area is the $2.00 price per square foot Townsend Model at Ashcroft in the in the Leesburg neighborhood starting from $3,453. 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 | $2.00 |
| Mill Creek Manor Senior Living | The Murray Suite | 2BR,2BA | $2.26 |
| The Roseberry | The Alister | 2BR,2BA | $1.52 |
| Woodcreek Farms | 22Z | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| Aria Lake Carolina | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| The One at Columbia | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Legacy At Sandhill | Riverbank | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Keswick | The Abington | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Nexus At Sandhill | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| Inspire Sandhill - 55+ Active Adult Community | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.16 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in The Summit?
There are currently 19 Apartments for Rent in The Summit, SC with pricing that ranges from $842 to $3,354. There are also 3 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in The Summit ranging from $1,849 to $2,495.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in The Summit?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in The Summit ranges from $1,849 to $2,495 with an average monthly rent of $2,155.
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