Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Columbia Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $600 (23 Rentals)

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Berry Building
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Berry Building

1217 Taylor StColumbia, SC 29201
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Olympia Mills
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Olympia Mills

600 Heyward StColumbia, SC 29201
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Tapp's Building
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Tapp's Building

1644 Main StColumbia, SC 29201
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801 King St
2 Bedroom Apartments

801 King St

801 King StColumbia, SC 29205
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612 Whaley
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

612 Whaley

612 Whaley StColumbia, SC 29201
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Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Columbia Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Columbia area of Columbia, SC is a 4 Beds unit found at Hub Columbia priced from $995. The Carolinian has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here are the most affordable Downtown Columbia apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hub Columbia4x3 C4BR,3BA$995
The Carolinian2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,100
Lofts at Lourie's1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,125
The Palms on MainStudio1BR,1BA$1,154
Main Street LivingBarringer: 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,154

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Columbia, SC

As of April 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Columbia area is the $0.83 price per square foot 2 Bed, 1 Bath Plus Model at Yugo Columbia Lofts in the in the Eva P. Trezevant neighborhood starting from $829. The second greatest value Downtown Columbia apartment is the 111 Church St Model at 111 Church St, Unit 111 Church Street starting at $1,000 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Downtown Columbia neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Columbia apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Yugo Columbia Lofts2 Bed, 1 Bath Plus2BR,1BA$0.83
111 Church St, Unit 111 Church Street111 Church St1BR,1BA$1.00
The BabcockSuite 6012BR,2BA$2.00
Cornell Arms ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.59
Indigo at BrickworksGadsden1BR,1BA$2.11
Vista Commons ApartmentsThe Carolina with balcony1BR,1BA$2.07
Advenir at One ElevenVista1BR,1BA$1.87
Lofts at Lourie's1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.47
The Carolinian2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.47
The Wilshire HouseStandard1BR,1BA$2.51

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC

Ranked #68

Among neighborhoods in Columbia, SC for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Columbia Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Columbia?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Columbia is at Claussens listed at $1,185.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Columbia Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Columbia Apartment is $1,125 at Lofts at Lourie's.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Columbia Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Columbia is starting from $1,100 at The Carolinian.

What is the most affordable Downtown Columbia Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown Columbia Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Babcock and starts from $2,100.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.