
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Whaley Street Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $500 (33 Rentals)
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Claire Tower

2223-2225 Greene St

1113 Olympia Ave

Lofts at Lourie's

711 S Holly St

312-314 South Harden Street

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1413 Cherokee St
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Cornell Arms Apartments

207-209 S Pickens St

Main Street Living

The Palms on Main

1618-1618 Heyward St

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The Carolinian
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Olympia Mills

Kress Building

Berry Building

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801 King St

2411 Blossom St

612 Whaley at The Mills

307-309 Lyles St

Broadmoor Apartments

Total Monthly Price
546 Shull St, Unit A

505 B Ave

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Whaley Street, Columbia, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Whaley Street?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whaley Street Studio Apartments | $1,222 | $750 | $1,765 |
| Whaley Street 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,519 | $845 | $2,025 |
| Whaley Street 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,618 | $805 | $2,765 |
| Whaley Street 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,456 | $799 | $6,705 |
| Whaley Street 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,460 | $530 | $4,818 |
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Cheapest Available Whaley Street Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Whaley Street area of Columbia, SC is a 1 Bed unit found at Broadmoor Apartments priced from $950. Lofts at Lourie's has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,032. Here are the most affordable Whaley Street apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broadmoor Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath - 650 Sq Ft. | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Lofts at Lourie's | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,032 |
| Hub Columbia | 4x3 | 4BR,3BA | $1,070 |
| 1321 Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,113 |
| Berry Building | Barringer: Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,121 |
| Main Street Living | Barringer: Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,121 |
| The Land Bank Loft Apartments | The Moderne | Studio,1BA | $1,129 |
| Cornell Arms Apartments | Studio One Bedroom | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Whaley Street, SC
As of March 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Whaley Street area is the $1.41 price per square foot The Stage Model at 5th & Sloan in the in the East Columbia neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Whaley Street apartment is the 4x4 Oasis Model at Hub Columbia starting at $1,260 with a $0.90 price per square foot in the Waverly neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Whaley Street apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5th & Sloan | The Stage | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Hub Columbia | 4x4 Oasis | 4BR,4BA | $0.90 |
| 21 Oaks | D1 | 4BR,2BA | $0.59 |
| Tapp's Building | Tapps: 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| 1413 Cherokee St | 1413 Cherokee St | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| 546 Shull St, Unit A | 546 Shull St | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| The Carolinian | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Elmwood Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| The Radley | 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH | 2BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| Cayce Cove | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
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Best Local Schools in Whaley Street, Columbia, SC
Brookland-Cayce Senior High
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Whaley Street Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Whaley Street?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Whaley Street is at Main Street Living listed at $1,121.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Whaley Street Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Whaley Street Apartment is $950 at Broadmoor Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Whaley Street Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Whaley Street is starting from $1,095 at Broadmoor Apartments.
What is the most affordable Whaley Street Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Whaley Street Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Broadmoor Apartments and starts from $1,445.
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