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East Central City, Columbia, SC Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Central City Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Central City area of Columbia, SC is a 1 Bed unit found at Main Street Living priced from $1,154. 1321 Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,169. Here are the most affordable East Central City apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Main Street LivingBarringer: 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,154
1321 Lofts1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,169
ClaussensStudioStudio,1BA$1,185
The Cooper2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,199
The Lady10GStudio,1BA$1,369

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Central City, SC

As of April 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Central City area is the $1.27 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at The Cooper in the in the East Columbia neighborhood starting from $1,399. The second greatest value East Central City apartment is the The Finley with balcony Model at Vista Commons Apartments starting at $1,827 with a $1.74 price per square foot in the Waverly neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Central City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Cooper3 Bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.27
Vista Commons ApartmentsThe Finley with balcony2BR,2BA$1.74
700 Woodrow2 Bedroom-Upgrade2BR,2BA$1.70
The BabcockSuite 6012BR,2BA$2.00
Advenir at One ElevenVista1BR,1BA$1.87
Devine DistrictT-1SStudio ,1BA$2.77
Bennet at BullStreetA2Studio ,1BA$2.87
The Lady10GStudio ,1BA$2.73
Main Street LivingBarringer: StudioStudio ,1BA$2.57
ClaussensStudioStudio ,1BA$2.62

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East Central City, Columbia, SC

Ranked #62

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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East Central City, Columbia, SC

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Getting Around the East Central City Neighborhood in Columbia, SC

Walk Score®

53 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

44 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

30 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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 East Central City Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Central City?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Central City is at Claussens listed at $1,185.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Central City Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Central City Apartment is $1,154 at Main Street Living.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Central City Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Central City is starting from $1,199 at The Cooper.

What is the most affordable East Central City Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap East Central City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Cooper and starts from $1,399.

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