
Cheap Apartments for Rent in West Columbia, SC from $400 with Swimming Pool (47 Rentals)
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Forestbrook Apartments and Townhomes

Quail Hollow Apartments

Lexington Place Apartments

Granby Oaks Apartments

200 Woodberry Rd

Abberly Village Apartment Homes

Brookland

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Siegel Select Columbia
What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

Acasa Prosper Fairways Apartments

Park SC

Riverwalk Vista

The Waterford Apartment Homes

Landmark at Pine Court

Autumn Ridge

The Hollows

Bent Tree Apartments

Boulder Creek
Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

Woodland Village Apartments

Retreat at Broad River Apartments

1600 Park Cir

Richland Terrace Apartments

Reserve at River Walk

Briargate

Stone Ridge Apartments

Copperfield Apartments

Tamarind at Stoneridge
Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between
Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

Gleneagle

1321 Lofts

Peachtree Place

NOMA Flats

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The Palms on Main

Broad River Trace

Acasa Rivercrest

The Babcock

Lullwater at Saluda Pointe
Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting
Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

Canalside Lofts

The Wilshire House

Sola Station

Senate Plaza

Advenir at One Eleven

Indigo at Brickworks

1520 Senate St, Unit 11C

Granby Crossing

Westwood Manufactured Housing Community
Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls
When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

7 Canterbury Ct

1105 Sunnyside Dr
West Columbia, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Columbia?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Columbia Studio Apartments | $949 | $401 | $2,432 |
| West Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,277 | $720 | $2,751 |
| West Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,371 | $450 | $4,128 |
| West Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,478 | $754 | $3,800 |
| West Columbia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,188 | $499 | $3,670 |
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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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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 Cheap West Columbia Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in West Columbia?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West Columbia is under $835.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Columbia?
The cheapest apartment in West Columbia is Acasa Prosper Fairways Apartments which is listed at $720, while the average apartment in West Columbia costs $3,575.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West Columbia?
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 129 regular apartments in West Columbia 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 West Columbia?
Cheap apartments in West Columbia have an average cost of $271 which is $3,304 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Columbia.
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Local Experts Top 8: Affordable Columbia, SC Neighborhoods for Quality Living
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I'm Kama, the ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Columbia, South Carolina.

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
Written by: Robin Stewart
Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.