Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Columbia, SC (78 Rentals)

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Rental terms in Columbia as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.

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Providence Park
Short Term Available
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3 Months, 6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Months, 9 Months, 10 M
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Providence Park

261 Business Park BlvdColumbia, SC 29203
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The Lady
Short Term Available
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The Lady

1310 Lady StColumbia, SC 29201
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The Roseberry
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Short Term Available
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The Roseberry

137 Roseberry LnColumbia, SC 29223
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The Cooper
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3 Months, 4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Mo
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The Cooper

4214 Bethel Church RdColumbia, SC 29206
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The Grandview at Lake Murray
Short Term Available
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3 Months, 4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Mo
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The Grandview at Lake Murray

2170 N Lake DrColumbia, SC 29212
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Peachtree Place
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3 Months, 4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Mo
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Peachtree Place

200 Berryhill RdColumbia, SC 29210
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The Cardinal Apartments
Short Term Available
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The Cardinal Apartments

4615 Forest DrColumbia, SC 29206
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Tamarind at Stoneridge
Short Term Available
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3 Months, 4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Months, 8 Months, 9 Mo
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Tamarind at Stoneridge

143 Stoneridge DrColumbia, SC 29210
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Wellington Farms Apartment Homes
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Short Term Available
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6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Months, 9 Months, 10 Months, 11
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Wellington Farms Apartment Homes

700 Greenlawn DrColumbia, SC 29209
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York Woods at Lake Murray Apartment Homes
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Short Term Available
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3 Months, 4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Mo
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York Woods at Lake Murray Apartment Homes

2038 Lake Murray BlvdColumbia, SC 29212
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Huntington Place
Short Term Available
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3 Months, 4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Mo
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Huntington Place

1003 True StColumbia, SC 29209
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Nexus At Sandhill
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Nexus At Sandhill

780 Fashion DrColumbia, SC 29229
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The Farrington
Short Term Available
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6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Months, 9 Months, 10 Months, 11
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The Farrington

1513 Farrington WayColumbia, SC 29210
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Three Rivers
Short Term Available
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3 Months, 4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Mo
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Three Rivers

900 Gracern RdColumbia, SC 29210
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Landmark at Pine Court
Short Term Available
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3 Months, 4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Mo
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Landmark at Pine Court

3900 Bentley DrColumbia, SC 29210
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Preserve At Windsor Lake
Short Term Available
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6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Months, 9 Months, 10 Months, 11
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Preserve At Windsor Lake

1460 Oakcrest DrColumbia, SC 29223
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Canalside Lofts
Short Term Available
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1 Month, 2 Months, 3 Months, 4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Mon
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Canalside Lofts

383 Taylor StColumbia, SC 29201
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Deer Meadow Village
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Short Term Available
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4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Months, 9 Mo
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Deer Meadow Village

8100 Garners Ferry RdColumbia, SC 29209
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Paces Run
Short Term Available
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3 Months, 6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Months, 10 Months, 12
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Paces Run

100 Paces Run CtColumbia, SC 29223
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Acasa Prosper Fairways
Short Term Available
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3 Months, 4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Mo
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Acasa Prosper Fairways

1800 Longcreek DrColumbia, SC 29210
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Claussens
Short Term Available
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12 Months, 13 Months, 14 Months, 15 Months
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Claussens

2003 Greene StColumbia, SC 29205
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Sola Station
Short Term Available
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3 Months, 4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Mo
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Sola Station

325 Taylor StColumbia, SC 29201
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Waters Edge at Harbison
Short Term Available
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3 Months, 4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Mo
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Waters Edge at Harbison

250 Crossbow DrColumbia, SC 29212
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Heron Lake
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Short Term Available
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3 Months, 4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Mo
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Heron Lake

1340 N Brickyard RdColumbia, SC 29223
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The Paddock Club
Short Term Available
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3 Months, 4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Mo
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The Paddock Club

4824 Smallwood RdColumbia, SC 29223
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The Fairways
Short Term Available
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3 Months, 4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Mo
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The Fairways

350 Powell RdColumbia, SC 29203
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Towers at Forest Acres
Short Term Available
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3 Months, 4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Mo
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Towers at Forest Acres

2050 N Beltline BlvdColumbia, SC 29204
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Quail Run
Short Term Available
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3 Months, 4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Mo
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Quail Run

3509 Lake AveColumbia, SC 29206
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Columbia, SC Local Guide

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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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Remember the 3 Rules of Real Estate:
Location, Location, Location!

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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

Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Columbia Apartments

What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Columbia?

Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Columbia is at Brook Pines listed at $571.

How much is the average rent for a Short-term Columbia Apartment?

The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Columbia is $1,667.

What is the largest Short-term Columbia Apartment for rent?

Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Columbia is a 2,100 square feet unit starting from $1,522 at The Cardinal Apartments.

What is the average size for Columbia Short-term Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Short-term rental in Columbia is currently at 684 sq ft.

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

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While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

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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

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.

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Signing Your Apartment Lease: The Basics

Written by: Trey Huguley

When you're about to sign a lease for the first time, it can feel a bit overwhelming. You don’t want to miss any important details hidden in the fine print.