Studio Apartments for Rent in Columbia, SC (53 Rentals)

Grove at St. Andrews

The Cardinal Apartments

42 Magnolia + 5000 Forest

Acasa Tropical Ridge

Brook Pines

Mill Creek Manor Senior Living

Senate Plaza

Siegel Select Columbia

Towers at Forest Acres

Colonial Pointe Apartments

Advenir at One Eleven
Columbia, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Columbia?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Columbia Studio Apartments | $1,536 | $571 | $2,513 |
Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,448 | $720 | $5,857 |
Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,685 | $779 | $6,211 |
Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,893 | $629 | $5,609 |
Columbia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,028 | $535 | $2,436 |
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Columbia Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: February 26, 2025There are currently 77631 available Studio apartment units from neighborhoods all over Columbia, SC that range in price from $571 to $2,513. West Central, Elmwood Park and Laurel Hill are the neighborhoods that currently have the most Studio availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Columbia with the most available Studio apartments:
Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
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West Central | 1812 | $1,675 | $800 |
Elmwood Park | 1764 | $1,715 | $800 |
Laurel Hill | 1764 | $1,715 | $800 |
Earlewood | 1736 | $1,715 | $800 |
Cottontow Bellevue | 1702 | $1,715 | $800 |
Booker Washington Heights | 1700 | $1,715 | $800 |
Bull Street | 1696 | $1,715 | $800 |
Robert Mills Historic | 1696 | $1,715 | $800 |
Edgewood | 1668 | $1,724 | $800 |
Eva P. Trezevant | 1668 | $1,724 | $800 |
Largest Available Columbia Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in Columbia, SC is found at Canalside Lofts in the Eva P. Trezevant neighborhood and is 725 square feet priced from $1,440. Riverwalk Vista in the Eau Claire neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 700 square feet and currently listed start at $999. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Columbia:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Canalside Lofts | Blossom | 725 Sq Ft | $1,440 |
Riverwalk Vista | 0x1 Renovated | 700 Sq Ft | $999 |
Sola Station | A1-S | 673 Sq Ft | $1,586 |
Bennet at BullStreet | A1 | 615 Sq Ft | $1,675 |
Brookland | 1S | 597 Sq Ft | $1,630 |
Devine District | T-1S | 573 Sq Ft | $1,685 |
Colonial Pointe Apartments | Studio | 557 Sq Ft | $799 |
Siegel Select Columbia | Studio Large | 550 Sq Ft | $1,485 |
Samara East | Studio Apartment | 515 Sq Ft | $979 |
The Lady | 10G | 502 Sq Ft | $1,369 |
Cheapest Available Columbia Studio Apartments
As of February 26, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Columbia, SC is the Studio Model starting from $799 at Colonial Pointe Apartments in the Southeast Columbia neighborhood. The second most affordable Columbia Studio is the E2 Model at Grove at St. Andrews starting at $866 in the Riverside Forest neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Columbia is currently $1,536. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Columbia:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Colonial Pointe Apartments | Studio | $799 |
Grove at St. Andrews | E2 | $866 |
Serenity Apartments at West Columbia | Studio | $949 |
Samara East | Studio Apartment | $979 |
Riverwalk Vista | 0x1 | $999 |
Canalside Lofts | Devine | $1,280 |
The Lady | 10G | $1,369 |
Siegel Select Columbia | Studio | $1,420 |
Sola Station | A1-S | $1,586 |
Brookland | 1S | $1,630 |
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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 LifestyleColumbia, SC
Ranked #7
Among cities in South Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet 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 Studio Columbia Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Columbia with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Columbia is at Colonial Pointe Apartments listed at $799.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Columbia Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Columbia is $1,536.
What is the largest available Studio Columbia Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Columbia is a 725 square feet unit starting from $1,440 at Canalside Lofts.
What is the average size for Columbia Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Columbia is currently 531 sq ft.
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