Apartments for Rent in the West Central Neighborhood of West Columbia, SC (355 Rentals)

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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774 Shull St
$900 - $1,100
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774 Shull St

774 Shull StWest Columbia, SC 29169
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property at 1826 Burnham St

$1,400

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$1,400
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$1,400

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Aug 1

1826 Burnham St

West ColumbiaSC29169
property at 201 Branham St

$1,250

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$1,250
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$1,250

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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201 Branham St

West ColumbiaSC29169
property at 838 Augusta St

$1,975

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$1,975
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$1,975

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 1

838 Augusta St

West ColumbiaSC29169
property at 517 C Ave

$1,595

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$1,595
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$1,595

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 1

517 C Ave

West ColumbiaSC29169

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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property at 129 Hendrix St

$1,200

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129 Hendrix St

West ColumbiaSC29169

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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West Central, West Columbia, SC Local Guide

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

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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West Central, West Columbia, SC

Ranked #2

Among cities in South Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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3.5
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities across the United States and customized analysis for Central Columbia, SC. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, places to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Pet Friendly Rating

Does your family raise pets? this part of town has come to be one of the finest communities for dog and cat owners, with a score of 3.5 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about West Central

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the West Central area of West Columbia, SC?

As of today, July 29, 2026, there are currently 355 available West Central apartments priced from $401 to $5,450, with an average monthly rent of $1,529.

How much are Studio apartments in West Central?

There are currently 55 Studio Apartments in West Central with rent ranges from $401 to $2,310 with an average price of $1,325.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom West Central Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in West Central ranges from $799 to $2,803 with an average monthly rent of $1,527.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in West Central cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in West Central range from $450 to $3,806. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,550.

How expensive are West Central Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 62 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in West Central on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $649 to $3,800 - averaging $1,599 for the location.

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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Local Expert's 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.

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Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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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.