Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Wildewood Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $800 (18 Rentals)

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Wildewood, Columbia, SC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Wildewood Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Wildewood area of Columbia, SC is a 1 Bed unit found at Colonel Bluffs priced from $873. The Paddock Club has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,043. Here are the most affordable Wildewood apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Colonel Bluffs1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$873
The Paddock Club22C502BR,2BA$1,043
Sage Pointe2X2 1040-11182BR,2BA$1,100
Palmera ApartmentsThe Palmetto1BR,1BA$1,150
KeswickThe Alston1BR,1BA$1,199

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wildewood, SC

As of January 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Wildewood area is the $1.65 price per square foot Dixon Model at Ashcroft in the in the Leesburg neighborhood starting from $2,450. The second greatest value Wildewood apartment is the Heathwood Model at Legacy At Sandhill starting at $1,670 with a $1.19 price per square foot in the Wildewood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Wildewood apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
AshcroftDixon3BR,2.5BA$1.65
Legacy At SandhillHeathwood3BR,2BA$1.19
Vantage at WildewoodC1 - Three Bedroom, Two Bathroom3BR,2BA$1.31
Sage Pointe3X2 1222-13003BR,2BA$1.04
Briar Grove Apartment Homes3BR / 2BA3BR,2BA$1.23
The RoseberryThe Alister2BR,2BA$1.43
The Paddock Club22A2BR,2BA$1.04
Carrington Place at Wildewood Apartments1 Bedroom - 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.42
Colonel Bluffs1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.10
Palmera ApartmentsThe Palmetto1BR,1BA$1.52

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

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Wildewood, Columbia, SC

Ranked #31

Among cities in South Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Wildewood Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Wildewood?

The cheapest apartment in Wildewood is Colonel Bluffs which is listed at $873, while the average apartment in Wildewood costs $1,700.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Wildewood?

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 23 regular apartments in Wildewood 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 Wildewood?

Cheap apartments in Wildewood have an average cost of $262 which is $1,438 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Wildewood.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!