
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Columbia Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $500 (13 Rentals)
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2413 Laurel St

The Landings at Forest Acres

1001 Woodrow St

Cross Hill Apartments

Ravenwood Hills

3017-3019 Longleaf Rd

1124 Tree St

2455 Gervais St
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East Columbia, Columbia, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Columbia?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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East Columbia Studio Apartments | $1,696 | $1,151 | $2,699 |
East Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,632 | $850 | $3,524 |
East Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,849 | $900 | $4,530 |
East Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,983 | $1,092 | $5,100 |
East Columbia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,799 | $1,699 | $1,899 |
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Cheapest Available East Columbia Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Columbia area of Columbia, SC is a 2 Beds unit found at Ravenwood Hills priced from $988. The Landings at Forest Acres has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,007. Here are the most affordable East Columbia apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Ravenwood Hills | 2 Bed, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $988 |
The Landings at Forest Acres | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,007 |
The Cooper | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,199 |
Towers at Forest Acres | 1A - 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,257 |
Carriage Place Condominiums | Two Bedrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1,325 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Columbia, SC
As of April 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Columbia area is the $1.55 price per square foot E3 Model at 5000 Forest in the in the East Columbia neighborhood starting from $2,035. The second greatest value East Columbia apartment is the E3 Model at 42 Magnolia + 5000 Forest starting at $2,035 with a $1.55 price per square foot in the East Columbia neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Columbia apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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5000 Forest | E3 | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
42 Magnolia + 5000 Forest | E3 | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
Carriage Place Condominiums | Two Bedrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
The Cooper | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.27 |
The Cardinal Apartments | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $2.15 |
700 Woodrow | 2 Bedroom-Upgrade | 2BR,2BA | $1.70 |
The Landings at Forest Acres | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
Ravenwood Hills | 2 Bed 1 Ba Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
Devine District | T-1S | Studio ,1BA | $2.77 |
Towers at Forest Acres | 1A - 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Columbia Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Columbia Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Columbia Apartment is $1,269 at Towers at Forest Acres.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Columbia Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Columbia is starting from $988 at Ravenwood Hills.
What is the most affordable East Columbia Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap East Columbia Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Ravenwood Hills and starts from $1,100.
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