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Apartments for Rent in Columbia, SC under $1200


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    Studio $620+
    1 bd $863+
    2 bd $946+
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    Brook Pines

    4.0 (33)
    169 Brook Pines Drive, Columbia, SC 29210
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Pool
  • Rent specials 5 units available
    2 bd $1,185+
    Total monthly cost
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    Wellspring Apartments

    4.0 (13)
    500 Harbison Blvd., Columbia, SC 29212
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Rent specials 60 units available
    Studio $995+
    1 bd $1,175+
    Base rent
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    The Dylan

    1930 Marion St., Columbia, SC 29201
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Rent specials
    2 bd $1,175+
    3 bd $1,199+
    Base rent
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    Wildewood South

    127 Sparkleberry Lane, Columbia, SC 29229
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Rent specials 10 units available
    1 bd $1,000+
    2 bd $1,200+
    Base rent
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    Peachtree Place

    200 Berryhill Rd, Columbia, SC 29210
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Rent specials 5 units available
    2 bd $1,148+
    Base rent
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    Waters Edge At Harbison

    4.5 (7)
    250 Crossbow Drive, Columbia, SC 29212
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Only 1 unit left
    1 bd $1,138+
    Base rent
    4.0 (16)
    100 Rice Terrace Dr, Columbia, SC 29229
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Rent specials 30 units available
    Studio $819+
    1 bd $889+
    2 bd $959+
    Base rent
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    Grove At St Andrews

    716 Zimalcrest Dr, Columbia, SC 29210
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Only 3 units left
    2 bd $1,174+
    Base rent
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    Lory Of Harbison

    100 Fairforest Road, Columbia, SC 29212
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • 2 bd $1,030+
    Base rent
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    Pine Grove Apartments

    5.0 (2)
    408 Foxfire Drive, Columbia, SC 29212
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Rent specials Only 3 units left
    Studio $1,159+
    Base rent
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    Canalside Lofts

    4.0 (8)
    383 Taylor Street, Columbia, SC 29201
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Rent specials
    1 bd $820+
    2 bd $1,170+
    Base rent
    1340 Longcreek Drive, Columbia, SC 29210
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Rent specials 19 units available
    Studio $790+
    1 bd $905+
    2 bd $1,101+
    Base rent
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    Cypress Run

    3430 Broad River, Columbia, SC 29210
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • 1 bd $1,070+
    2 bd $1,200+
    Base rent
    310 Ross Road, Columbia, SC 29223
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Rent specials 4 units available
    1 bd $1,114
    Base rent Income restricted
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    Avalon Place

    4.0 (1)
    1030 Atlas Road, Columbia, SC 29209
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Only 2 units left
    1 bd $950
    2 bd $995+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Amanda Court Apartments

    4.0 (5)
    906 True Street, Columbia, SC 29209
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • 5 units available
    Studio $850
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Springwood

    7128 Parklane Rd, Columbia, SC 29223
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • 5 units available
    Studio $850
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Broad View

    1335 Garner Lane, Columbia, SC 29210
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Only 1 unit left
    1 bd $475
    Base rent
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    2009 Greene Street

    2009 Greene Street #318, Columbia, SC 29205
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  • Only 1 unit left
    1 bd $960
    Base rent
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    1600 Park Circle

    1600 Park Circle, Condo #1104, Columbia, SC 29201
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  • Only 1 unit left
    1 bd $1,100
    Base rent
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    1600 Park Circle #610

    #610, Columbia, SC 29201
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  • 7501 Brookfield Road 1-3 Beds Apartment for Rent
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    1 bd $899
    2 bd $999
    3 bd $1,149
    Base rent
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    Dira East

    7501 Brookfield Road, Columbia, SC 29223
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • 1 bd $961
    2 bd $1,146
    Base rent Income restricted
    4.5 (46)
    508 Longtown Road, Columbia, SC 29229
    Apply online • Fitness center • Pool
  • 8100 Bayfield Road Studio-2 Beds Apartment for Rent
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    Studio $899
    1 bd $999
    2 bd $1,099
    Base rent
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    Samara East

    3.0 (1)
    8100 Bayfield Road, Columbia, SC 29223
    Apply online • Pet friendly
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When were prices and availability in Columbia, SC last updated?

Prices and availability in Columbia, SC were last updated on 9 Nov 2026.

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What type of rental buildings are in Columbia, SC?

In Columbia, 54% of the residents are renting compared to 46% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 19% of Columbia's rentals, 59% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 21% are single-family rentals.

Renting apartments in Columbia, SC under $1,200

Searching for apartments for rent in Columbia, SC under $1,200 is not an easy task, but luckily you have come to the right place. Whether you are a student on a budget, a young professional on the move, or simply a frugal person, RentCafe can help you find what you are looking for. Just make sure you know what you consider non-negotiable and what you can compromise on. Your new home is just a few clicks away. In Columbia, SC, where the average rent is $1,173 per month, there are 373 units available for less than $1,200. Click on any of these units to see pictures, floor plans, amenities and more. After you have picked your favorite, you can contact the property to check availability. Considering that you are trying to spend as little as possible, looking at 1 bedroom apartments and studio apartments might be a good idea.

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