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1218 Old Manor Rd

1222 Old Manor Rd

1600 Park Cir

4643 Edmund Hwy

202 Idlewood Dr

1005 Village Creek Dr

1208 Bush River Rd

1219 Elmwood Ave
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1227 Barnwell St

528 Wessinger St

3609 Juneau Rd

1715-1715 Stahl St

1639 North Ave

629 Kentucky St, Unit B, Unit B

314 Menlo Dr, Unit 314

917 Texas St

1215 Elmwood Ave
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221 S Lucas St

1100 Skyland Dr

506 N Line St, Unit 506 N Line St UNIT A

1900 Greene St

1642 Oak St

1211 Metze Rd

2801 Julius Felder St, Unit 2801

232 Michaelmas Ave

206 Augusta St
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2222 Rembert St

615 Lexington Ave, Unit A

617 Lexington Ave

3213 River Dr

705 Michaelmas Ave

1220 Hamrick St

11 Canterbury Ct, Unit 11B Canterbury ct

1029 Starview Dr

1183 Hulon Ln
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626 Hulon Ln

1423 Karlaney Ave

1525 Atlantic Dr

1436 Decree Ave

Furnished Studio-Columbia - West - Interstate 126

3904 Wellesley Dr

922 Charleston Hwy

Furnished Studio-Columbia - West - Stoneridge Dr.

900 Taylor St, Unit 308
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214 River Bluff Way
West Columbia, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in West Columbia?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Columbia 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,589 | $725 | $3,450 |
| West Columbia 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,959 | $1,300 | $3,980 |
| West Columbia 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,752 | $1,540 | $4,400 |
| West Columbia 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,790 | $3,000 | $4,500 |
| West Columbia 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,900 | $3,900 | $3,900 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in West Columbia, SC
Pricing Updated: 04/26/2026Current apartment rentals in the West Columbia, SC area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for West Columbia Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gaston Swansea | $3,700 | $401 | 625 |
Cheapest Available West Columbia Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in West Columbia, SC is a Studio unit found at Siegel Select Columbia in the Skyland Estates neighborhood priced from $401. Acasa Tropical Ridge in the Skyland Estates neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable West Columbia apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Siegel Select Columbia | Studio - Weekly Rate | Studio,1BA | $401 |
| Acasa Tropical Ridge | Studio 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| The Dylan | B50 | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| The Waterford Apartment Homes | One Bedroom- 500 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $780 |
| Riverwalk Vista | 1x1 Studio | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Broad View | 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| Grove at St. Andrews | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $824 |
| Autumn Ridge | 1 Bed 1 BathAutumn Ridge | 1BR,1BA | $835 |
| Springwood | 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| The Hollows | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $869 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Columbia, SC
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Columbia area is the $0.90 price per square foot 4x4 Oasis Model at Hub Columbia in the in the Waverly neighborhood starting from $1,260. The second greatest value West Columbia apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Waters At Longcreek starting at $1,295 with a $1.04 price per square foot in the Skyland Estates neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Columbia apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hub Columbia | 4x4 Oasis | 4BR,4BA | $0.90 |
| Waters At Longcreek | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Acasa Windridge Townhomes | 2 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.13 |
| Gleneagle Apartment Homes | 2 Bed / 2 Bath - Deluxe | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| The Farrington | 2A | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.10 |
| Vue at St. Andrews | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| Woodland Village Apartments | 1 Bed 1 BathWoodland Village Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| The Radley | 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH | 2BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| Riverwalk Vista | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Siegel Select Columbia | Studio - Weekly Rate | Studio ,1BA | $0.89 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about West Columbia
What type of rentals are currently available in West Columbia?
There are currently 233 Apartments for Rent in West Columbia, SC with pricing that ranges from $401 to $3,849. There are also 132 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Columbia ranging from $725 to $4,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in West Columbia?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West Columbia ranges from $725 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,350.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in West Columbia?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in West Columbia range from $799 to $3,849, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,300 to $3,980. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,540 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $535.
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