2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Columbia, SC (357 Rentals)

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Columbia, SC Local Guide

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Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: February 20, 2025

There are currently 159407 available 2 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Columbia, SC that range in price from $779 to $5,807. Northeast Arcadia Lakes, West Central and Laurel Hill are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 2 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Columbia with the most available 2 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Northeast Arcadia Lakes4742$1,570$926
West Central3976$1,775$805
Laurel Hill3373$1,632$836
Elmwood Park3325$1,649$835
Earlewood3104$1,619$836
St Andrews3051$1,270$795
Cottontow Bellevue3018$1,781$836
Outer East Central2997$1,678$779
Lake Murray2899$1,616$950
Robert Mills Historic2704$1,919$835

Largest Available Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Columbia, SC is found at Inspire Sandhill - 55+ Active Adult Community in the Spring Valley neighborhood and is 1,395 square feet priced from $3,175. Brookland in the Springdale neighborhood has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,350 square feet and currently listed start at $2,340. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Columbia:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Inspire Sandhill - 55+ Active Adult CommunityB41,395 Sq Ft$3,175
BrooklandC3.21,350 Sq Ft$2,340
Carrington Place at WildewoodB21,320 Sq Ft$1,698
KeswickThe Brookshire1,305 Sq Ft$1,612
Keystone Luxury ApartmentsADA Apartment1,300 Sq Ft$1,800
Congaree VillasTwo-Bedroom Townhouse1,292 Sq Ft$1,474
Atrium PlaceWillow1,260 Sq Ft$1,001
Bennet at BullStreetC51,212 Sq Ft$2,651
Roost, The2x2.5650 Sq Ft$779

Cheapest Available Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments

As of February 20, 2025 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Columbia, SC is the Longleaf Model starting from $775 at Columbia Rising Apartments in the Eau Claire neighborhood. The second most affordable Columbia 2 Bedroom is the 2x2_1000 Model at Acasa Tropical Ridge starting at $836 in the Skyland Estates neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Columbia is currently $1,662. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Columbia:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Columbia Rising ApartmentsLongleaf$775
Acasa Tropical Ridge2x2_1000$836
Acasa Prosper Fairways2X2_918$850
Retreat at Broad RiverThe Saluda - Renovated$915
Reserve at River WalkMillwood$916
Waters at Fairfield2 Bed / 1 Bath$926
Park SC2 bed 2 bath B2$934
Tanglewood2BRx2BA$950
Riverbanks Retreat2 Bedroom Renovated$950
Pine Grove Apartments2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath$950

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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 #7

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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?

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

Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Columbia Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Columbia with 2 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Columbia is at Columbia Rising Apartments listed at $775.

How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Columbia Apartment?

The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Columbia is $1,662.

What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Columbia Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Columbia is a 1,395 square feet unit starting from $3,175 at Inspire Sandhill - 55+ Active Adult Community.

What is the average size for Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Columbia is currently 1,051 sq ft.

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