Cheap Apartments for Rent in Richland, SC from $600 (19 Rentals)

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Beldon Spring Lake
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Beldon Spring Lake

3611 Ranch Road 25 RdColumbia, SC 29206
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Spring Gardens
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Spring Gardens

325 Percival RdColumbia, SC 29206

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Richland, SC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Richland Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Richland, SC is a 1 Bed unit found at Wellington Farms Apartment Homes in the Southeast Columbia neighborhood priced from $869. Towers at Forest Acres in the East Columbia neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $906. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Richland apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Wellington Farms Apartment HomesThe Spencer 501BR,1BA$869
Towers at Forest Acres2A - 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$906
Rosewood Gardens1 Bedroom 1 Bath Renovated1BR,1BA$925
Hampton CourtsHC11A801BR,1BA$983
Arrington Place Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$997

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Richland, SC and Nearby

As of January 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Richland area is the $1.24 price per square foot 3 bed/2 bath Model at Ravenwood Hills in the in the East Columbia neighborhood starting from $1,395. The second greatest value Richland apartment is the Two Bedrooms Model at Carriage Place starting at $1,275 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the East Columbia neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Richland apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Ravenwood Hills3 bed/2 bath3BR,2BA$1.24
Carriage PlaceTwo Bedrooms2BR,2BA$1.14
The Cooper3 Bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.27
Elmtree Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.95
Senate PlazaTwo Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.67
Arrington Place Apartments3 Beds, 1 bath3BR,1BA$1.16
Wellington Farms Apartment HomesThe Spencer M1BR,1BA$1.59
Rosewood Gardens1 Bedroom 1 Bath Renovated1BR,1BA$1.27
Avalon PlaceOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.74
Towers at Forest Acres1B - 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.61

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Richland Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Richland?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Richland is at Cornell Arms Apartments listed at $1,050.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Richland Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Richland Apartment is $869 at Wellington Farms Apartment Homes.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Richland Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Richland is starting from $906 at Towers at Forest Acres.

What is the most affordable Richland Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Richland Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Elmtree Apartments and starts from $1,100.

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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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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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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