Cheap Gated Apartments for Rent in Columbia, SC from $400 (30 Rentals)
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Landmark at Pine Court

Acasa Vista Towers

Woodland Village Apartments

Rosewood Gardens

Arbors at Windsor Lake

Towers at Forest Acres

The Paddock Club Columbia

Sage Pointe

St. Andrews Commons Apartment Homes

Lofts at Lourie's

Hampton Greene Apartment Homes

1321 Lofts

Broad River Trace

Carrington Place at Wildewood

NOMA Flats

Briar Grove Apartment Homes

Serenity Apartments at West Columbia

Legacy At Sandhill

Fountains of Edenwood

Woodcreek Farms
Columbia, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Columbia?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Columbia Studio Apartments | $1,554 | $571 | $2,513 |
Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,451 | $720 | $4,118 |
Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,676 | $779 | $5,807 |
Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,864 | $629 | $5,609 |
Columbia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,028 | $535 | $2,436 |
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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 Cheap Columbia Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Columbia?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Columbia is at Colonial Pointe Apartments listed at $799.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Columbia Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Columbia Apartment is $700 at Acasa Prosper Fairways.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Columbia Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Columbia is starting from $836 at Acasa Tropical Ridge.
What is the most affordable Columbia Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Columbia Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Acasa River Crest and starts from $1,062.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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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What to Know About Fees and Fines When Renting
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When it comes to renting a new apartment or home there can be a number of fees that you will want to keep in mind going into the process.