Rental terms in Columbia as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia Short-term Studio Apartments | $1,534 | $571 | $2,737 |
| Columbia Short-term 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,461 | $650 | $6,077 |
| Columbia Short-term 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,680 | $779 | $5,658 |
| Columbia Short-term 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,825 | $629 | $5,494 |
| Columbia Short-term 4 Bedroom Apartments | $897 | $560 | $1,899 |
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Write a ReviewColumbia, 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.
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.
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Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Columbia is at Brook Pines listed at $571.
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Columbia is $1,649.
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Columbia is a 2,100 square feet unit starting from $1,447 at The Cardinal Apartments.
The average size for a Short-term rental in Columbia is currently at 693 sq ft.
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