
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Richland County, SC from $401 (196 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in Richland County.


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Richland County, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Richland County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Richland County Studio Apartments | $1,275 | $401 | $2,243 |
| Richland County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,350 | $675 | $2,483 |
| Richland County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,505 | $450 | $3,563 |
| Richland County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,668 | $649 | $3,890 |
| Richland County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,678 | $650 | $3,960 |
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Cheapest Available Richland County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Richland County, SC is a Studio unit found at Siegel Select Columbia in the Skyland Estates neighborhood priced from $401. Broad View in the Skyland Estates neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $649. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Richland County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Siegel Select Columbia | Studio - Weekly Rate | Studio,1BA | $401 |
| Broad View | 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $649 |
| Springwood | 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $649 |
| 21 Oaks | D1 - Premium | 4BR,2BA | $680 |
| Acasa Prosper Fairways Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $721 |
| Park SC | 1 bed 1 bath A2 | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Mill Run | 1 x 1 Lexington | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Riverwalk Vista | 1x1 Studio | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Boulder Creek | A1-Congaree | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| The Waterford Apartment Homes | One Bedroom- 500 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $807 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Richland County, SC
As of August 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Richland County area is the $0.85 price per square foot The Biltmore Model at Quail Run in the in the Deaswood neighborhood starting from $1,315. The second greatest value Richland County apartment is the 2 Bedroom, 2.5 Bathroom Model at Redpoint Columbia starting at $749 with a $0.59 price per square foot in the Knollwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Richland County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quail Run | The Biltmore | 3BR,2BA | $0.85 |
| Redpoint Columbia | 2 Bedroom, 2.5 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.59 |
| Killian Terrace Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.90 |
| Hunter's Green | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Benton Crossing | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.95 |
| 21 Oaks | C1 | 3BR,3BA | $0.74 |
| Deerfield Run Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $0.95 |
| Aria Lake Carolina | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Tanglewood Apartments | 1BRx1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Siegel Select Columbia | Studio - Weekly Rate | Studio ,1BA | $0.89 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Richland County Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Richland County?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Richland County is at Siegel Select Columbia listed at $401.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Richland County Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Richland County Apartment is $721 at Acasa Prosper Fairways Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Richland County Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Richland County is starting from $450 at Siegel Select Columbia.
What is the most affordable Richland County Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Richland County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Acasa Rivercrest and starts from $995.
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