Columbia, SC Apartments For Rent
1,165 rentals
- NEW - 1 DAY AGOSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLYTotal price$1,824 - $2,283/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsVista Commons Apartments | 1100 Pulaski St #715,
Columbia, SC 29201 - NEW - 1 DAY AGOSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLYTotal price$1,731 - $2,266/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsThe One at Columbia | 4415 Percival Rd #1302,
Columbia, SC 29229 - NEW - 1 DAY AGOSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLYTotal price$1,421 - $2,534/mo1-3 Beds1-3 BathsThe Meadows at Burnside Farms | 7743 Garners Ferry Rd #M210,
Columbia, SC 29209 - PET FRIENDLY
- NEW - 2 DAYS AGOPET FRIENDLY$1,455 - $1,650/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsCreekside at Greenlawn Apartment Homes | 600 Greenlawn Dr #4203,
Columbia, SC 29209 - PET FRIENDLY
- PET FRIENDLYINCOME RESTRICTED$1,190 - $1,590/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsWindsor Shores | 1000 Windsor Shores Dr #23c6a120e,
Columbia, SC 29223 - $1,250 - $1,455/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsThe Shores at Elders Pond | 4500 Hard Scrabble Rd #328,
Columbia, SC 29229 - $1,075 - $1,450/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsGable Hill Apartment Homes | 310 Ross Rd #13B,
Columbia, SC 29223 - $915 - $1,415/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsSt. Andrews Commons Apartment Homes | 1200 Saint Andrews Rd #2015,
Columbia, SC 29210 - $1,375 - $2,300/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsGrandview at Lake Murray | 2170 N Lake Dr #5022,
Columbia, SC 29212 - $1,100 - $1,360/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsHampton Greene Apartment Homes | 500 Gills Creek Pkwy #1408,
Columbia, SC 29209 - Total price$1,014 - $1,215/moStudio-2 Beds1-2 BathsRiverwalk Vista | 100 Bryton Trce #118,
Columbia, SC 29210 - Total price$1,199 - $1,449/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsAshland Commons | 2400 Ashland Rd #H4,
Columbia, SC 29210 - Total price$1,895 - $2,610/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsInspire Sandhill - 55+ Active Adult Community | 440 Town Center Pl #101,
Columbia, SC 29229 - $899 - $1,249/moStudio-3 Beds1-2 BathsSamara East | 8100 Bayfield Rd #0B-1Ba-515Sqft,
Columbia, SC 29223 - $849 - $1,299/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsRetreat at St Andrews | 800 Beatty Rd #adccc6fff,
Columbia, SC 29210 - $956 - $1,610/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsReserve at River Walk | 4501 Bentley Dr #7-0732,
Columbia, SC 29210 - $845 - $1,250/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsThe Waterford Apartment Homes | 1340 Longcreek Dr #111106,
Columbia, SC 29210 - $900 - $1,530/mo1-3 Beds1-3 BathsWoodland Village | 2221 Bush River Rd #def7746de,
Columbia, SC 29210 - $700 - $1,224/moStudio-2 Beds1-2 BathsGrove at St. Andrews | 716 Zimalcrest Dr #702,
Columbia, SC 29210 - $1,249 - $2,334/mo1-3 Beds1-3 BathsKillian Lakes Apartments and Townhomes | 1800 Killian Lakes Dr #15308,
Columbia, SC 29203
What Locals Say about Columbia
Review Highlights
Columbia pulses with easy living—short commutes, leafy parks, and handy access to downtown. People love the friendly, quiet blocks, dog walking, parks, and quick trips via highways or buses. They dislike speeding and traffic, some crime, patchy sidewalks, rough roads, and occasional noise.
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Average Rent Trends in Columbia, SC
Rent in Columbia, SC varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent decreased in Jul 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Jun 2025.
| Month | Average rent |
|---|---|
| Aug 2025 | $1,600 |
| Sep 2025 | $1,600 |
| Oct 2025 | $1,600 |
| Nov 2025 | $1,600 |
| Dec 2025 | $1,575 |
| Jan 2026 | $1,569 |
| Feb 2026 | $1,600 |
| Mar 2026 | $1,590 |
| Apr 2026 | $1,650 |
| May 2026 | $1,649 |
| Jun 2026 | $1,675 |
| Jul 2026 | $1,650 |
Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type
In July 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Townhomes and Houses.
| 1 bed | 2 beds | 3 beds | 4 beds | All | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All home types | $1,100 | $1,286 | $1,850 | $2,278 | $1,650 |
| Townhomes | $1,100 | $1,300 | $1,975 | $3,800 | $1,795 |
| Apartments and Condos | $1,150 | $1,250 | $2,400 | $3,296 | $1,345 |
| Houses | $850 | $1,450 | $1,849 | $2,200 | $1,895 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Columbia, SC
- What is the average rent of an apartment in Columbia, SC?The average rent of an apartment in Columbia, SC is $1,296 per month. This is about 34% lower than the national average.
- When is the average rent cheapest in Columbia, SC?In the last year, the average rent in Columbia, SC was lowest in Jan 2025 when it was $1,530 per month.
- When is the average rent most expensive in Columbia, SC?In the last year, the average rent in Columbia, SC was highest in Jun 2025 when it was $1,650 per month.
- How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in Columbia, SC?The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Columbia, SC is $1,100 per month. That is about $101 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
- How many available rental listings are in Columbia, SC?There are 1,134 available rental listings in Columbia, SC.
- What colleges and universities are in Columbia, SC?Colleges and universities in Columbia, SC include: University of South Carolina.
- What are some neighborhoods in Columbia, SC?Some neighborhoods in Columbia, SC include: Saint Andrews, Seven Oaks, Dentsville, Woodfield, Shandon.
- What are some zip codes in Columbia, SC?
- What are some cities near Columbia, SC?Some nearby cities include: Forest Acres, Cayce, West Columbia, Blythewood, Springdale. These cities may have more rental options to explore.
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