1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Columbia, SC (285 Rentals)

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Columbia, SC Local Guide

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Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: April 09, 2025

There are currently 5409 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Columbia, SC that range in price from $720 to $6,126. West Central, Northeast Arcadia Lakes and Laurel Hill are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Columbia with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
West Central153$1,570$795
Northeast Arcadia Lakes142$1,335$795
Laurel Hill126$1,413$749
Elmwood Park120$1,505$749
Earlewood116$1,413$749
St Andrews111$1,054$720
Robert Mills Historic107$1,594$752
Cottontow Bellevue104$1,544$752
Historic Waverly104$1,562$752
Outer East Central104$1,448$752

Largest Available Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Columbia, SC is found at Main Street Living in the Waverly neighborhood and is 1,100 square feet priced from $1,664. Dira East in the Woodfield neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,077 square feet and currently listed start at $949. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Columbia:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Main Street LivingTapps: 1 Bedroom1,100 Sq Ft$1,664
Dira East1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1,077 Sq Ft$949
Palisades of BlythewoodSaluda W/ Deck & Sunroom (2)1,069 Sq Ft$1,275
Acasa Vista Towers1C-T1,004 Sq Ft$1,300
The Grandview at Lake MurrayThe Lexington993 Sq Ft$1,384
Langley PointeA1966 Sq Ft$1,485
Siegel Select Columbia2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom950 Sq Ft$1,572
Aria Lake Carolina1 Bedroom 1 Bath946 Sq Ft$999
Inspire Sandhill - 55+ Active Adult CommunityA4937 Sq Ft$1,895
Preserve At Windsor LakeOne Bedroom with Sunroom918 Sq Ft$1,335

Cheapest Available Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of April 09, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Columbia, SC is the 1X1_678 Model starting from $700 at Acasa Prosper Fairways in the Lincolnshire neighborhood. The second most affordable Columbia 1 Bedroom is the One Bedroom- 500 sqft Model at The Waterford Apartment Homes starting at $775 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Columbia is currently $1,468. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Columbia:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Acasa Prosper Fairways1X1_678$700
The Waterford Apartment HomesOne Bedroom- 500 sqft$775
Park SC1 bed 1 bath A1$780
Autumn Ridge1 Bed 1 BathAutumn Ridge$785
Peachtree Place1BD$817
The Villages at Congaree Pointe1 Bed, 1 bath$831
Retreat at St. AndrewsA1$849
Grove at St. AndrewsA2$861
Towers at Forest Acres1C - 1 Bedroom$869
Paces RunDerby$869

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Columbia Overview

Columbia, South Carolina is a city filled with vibrant culture, enormous education, and profound history. It offers residents a warm escape from the Winter and easy ways to travel that range from solid public transit to three major interstate highways. Residents are able to enjoy dozens of festivals, concerts, and sporting events each year and can easily drive to nearby cities such as Savannah, Charleston, Myrtle Beach, or even Atlanta. Best of all, living in Columbia apartments is a very affordable experience, allowing residents to experience big city life far cheaper than they can in other metropolitan areas.

Why live in Columbia, SC?

Columbia has the best of both worlds, offering you the major benefits of living in a big city while still retaining the very affordable cost of living that much of the South is known for. There is a diverse array of cultural and entertainment options, and seven distinct colleges, making it an ideal place to complete or enhance your education. The three interstate highways make it easy to either travel around town or to make a quick trip to places like Charlotte, Savannah, or Atlanta. And with plenty of options for affodable apartments in Columbia, finding a great place to live is a cinch.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Columbia, SC

Ranked #3

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Columbia, SC

Walk Score®

45 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

38 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

17 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

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  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Columbia Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Columbia with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Columbia is at Acasa Prosper Fairways listed at $700.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Columbia Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Columbia is $1,468.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Columbia Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Columbia is a 1,100 square feet unit starting from $1,664 at Main Street Living.

What is the average size for Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Columbia is currently 808 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

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Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit

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