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property at 629 Kentucky St

$1,150

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$1,150
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$1,150

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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629 Kentucky St, Unit B

629 Kentucky St
ColumbiaSC29201
property at 2002 Greene St

$1,200 - $1,300

2 Bedroom Rentals

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2002 Greene St

ColumbiaSC29205
property at 1600 Park Cir

$1,200 - $1,695

Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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1600 Park Cir

ColumbiaSC29201

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property at 1520 Senate St

$1,450 - $2,275

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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1520 Senate St

ColumbiaSC29201

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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property at 517 C Ave

$1,595

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$1,595
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$1,595

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 1

517 C Ave

West ColumbiaSC29169

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Whaley Street, Columbia, SC Local Guide

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. Stone Ridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $999. Here are the most affordable Whaley Street apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Broadmoor Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath - 650 Sq Ft.1BR,1BA$950
Stone Ridge Apartments1x11BR,1BA$999
The DylanC-80% income restricted studioStudio,1BA$999
The Carolinian1 Bedroon 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,001
Lofts at Lourie's1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,032
Berry BuildingBarringer: 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,043
Main Street LivingBarringer: 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,043
505 B Ave2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Whaley Street, SC

As of July 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Whaley Street area is the $1.72 price per square foot Cayce Model at Vista Lofts in the in the Eva P. Trezevant neighborhood starting from $2,010. The second greatest value Whaley Street apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at Elmwood Lofts starting at $1,649 with a $1.65 price per square foot in the Eva P. Trezevant neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Whaley Street apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Vista LoftsCayce2BR,2BA$1.72
Elmwood Lofts2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.65
717 Huntington Ave, Unit 717717 Huntington Ave2BR,1BA$1.33
505 B Ave2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.47
Stone Ridge Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1.34
Granby Oaks Apartments1 bed / 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.79
The Carolinian1 Bedroon 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.43
Cayce Cove2x12BR,1BA$1.22
Broadmoor Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath - 650 Sq Ft.1BR,1BA$1.75
Rivers Edge at Carolina StadiumThe Catawba- Premium Furnished RR - By The Bedspac2BR,2BA$1.82

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Whaley Street

What type of rentals are currently available in Whaley Street?

There are currently 196 Apartments for Rent in Whaley Street, SC with pricing that ranges from $499 to $5,472. There are also 113 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Whaley Street ranging from $875 to $4,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Whaley Street?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Whaley Street ranges from $875 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,158.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Whaley Street?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Whaley Street range from $649 to $2,997, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $995 to $3,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $875 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $499.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Local Expert's Top 8: Affordable Columbia, SC Neighborhoods for Quality Living

Written by: Kama Offenberger

I'm Kama, the ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Columbia, South Carolina.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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