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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Columbia Short-term Studio Apartments | $1,292 | $401 | $2,437 |
| West Columbia Short-term 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,339 | $720 | $2,396 |
| West Columbia Short-term 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,484 | $450 | $3,615 |
| West Columbia Short-term 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,501 | $649 | $3,800 |
| West Columbia Short-term 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,763 | $460 | $5,500 |
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Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in West Columbia is at Siegel Select Columbia listed at $401.
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in West Columbia is $1,376.
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in West Columbia is a 1,917 square feet unit starting from $1,356 at The Lady.
The average size for a Short-term rental in West Columbia is currently at 673 sq ft.
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