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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Columbia, SC

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Apartments Under $600

  • a living room with a couch and a stone fireplace
    198
    Today

    169 Brook Pines Drive, Columbia, SC 29210
    STUDIO $571+
    1 BED $850+
    2 BEDS $932+

Apartments Under $900

Apartments Under $1,000

  • a large swimming pool with chairs around it
    16
    Today

    600 Heyward St, Columbia, SC 29201
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
    3 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a playground with a jungle gym and slide in a park
    10
    Today

    4022 Ulmer Road, Columbia, SC 29209
    Income Restricted
    2 BEDS $1,050
    3 BEDS $914+
  • a living room with a ceiling fan and a couch
    9
    Today

    901 Colleton Street, Columbia, SC 29203
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $949
    2 BEDS $1,041+
    3 BEDS $1,224+
  • A modern living room with a white couch and a wooden coffee table.
    79
    Today

    1200 St. Andrews Road, Columbia, SC 29210
    1 BED $975+
    2 BEDS $1,225+
  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
    66
    Today

    2617 River Drive, Columbia, SC 29201
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $993
    3 BEDS $1,115
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Apartments Under $1,100

  • A living room with a white couch, a blue armchair, and a rug with a pattern.
    Today

    200 Berryhill Rd, Columbia, SC 29210
    1 BED $1,000+
    2 BEDS $1,250+
  • A living room with a brown couch and a wooden chest.
    83
    Today

    310 Ross Road, Columbia, SC 29223
    1 BED $1,080+
    2 BEDS $1,215+
    3 BEDS $1,310+

Apartments Under $1,200

  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a black refrigerator
    77
    4 days ago

    105 Hillpine Road, Columbia, SC 29212
    1 BED $1,159+
    2 BEDS $1,125+
    3 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a living room with a couch and a chair and a table
    75
    Today

    100 Rice Terrace Dr, Columbia, SC 29229
    1 BED $1,161+
    2 BEDS $1,317+
    3 BEDS $1,939+
  • A kitchen with a table and chairs in the middle.
    27
    4 days ago

    127 Sparkleberry Lane, Columbia, SC 29229
    2 BEDS $1,165+
    3 BEDS $1,269+
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Getting around in Columbia, SC

19 /100
Car-Dependent
29 /100
Somewhat Bikeable
Walk Score®: 19, Bike Score®: 29

Frequently asked questions

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Columbia, SC?

The price range of a cheap apartment is between $850 and $3,394.

How many cheap rentals are available in Columbia, SC on RentCafe?

There are 65 cheap rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Columbia, SC were last updated on 19 Nov 2025.

What is the average size of a cheap apartment in Columbia, SC?

The average Columbia, SC cheap apartment size is 811 sq. ft.

What are the advantages of renting a cheap apartment in Columbia, SC?

Cheap apartments in Columbia, SC are usually less expensive, smaller, and easier to maintain. They also come with lower utility costs.

What are the downsides of renting a cheap apartment in Columbia, SC?

A cheap apartment in Columbia, SC offers little storage space and fewer amenities compared to other apartments.

Renting a cheap apartment in Columbia, SC

A historic Southern city, downtown Columbia is quickly transforming into a forward-thinking city center. A former warehouse district, the 3-mile-long Congaree Vista, is now full of restaurants, galleries and shops, many in historic buildings brought up to modern standards. Energy, technology and insurance are among the thriving companies here, and there are diverse job opportunities for a relatively small urban setting. Columbia is home to the flagship campus of the University of South Carolina, whose students bring youthful exuberance to the city’s dynamic. Warm weather, beautiful Finlay Park, a thriving art and theatre scene, and numerous cultural festivals are among the boasting points used by locals. Nearby Congaree National Park includes one of the largest expanses of old growth forest in North America.

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Finding the right apartment as far as size and location go is one aspect of apartment searching, but making sure that it provides all that you need within a reasonable price is another. On RentCafe, you can search for cheap apartments near you and ensure that you find one that suites your needs. Worried the neighborhood or city you are looking to move to is known to have higher rents? You can browse our listings and find the cheap apartments in any location, whether you are looking at a specific neighborhood, ZIP code, or city.

The perfect apartment for you is out there, either near you or anywhere in the U.S. that you are looking to move to. So, let's find the one that satisfies your wants and needs, but that also comes at an affordable price.

Looking for a cheap apartment for rent in Columbia, SC? With RentCafe, finding an affordable apartment in Columbia, SC has never been easier. We feature 170 low-priced rentals directly from property managers, with rents lower than the Columbia, SC average. What is a cheap rent in Columbia, SC? The average apartment rent in Columbia is $1,452 per month so any rental south of $1,162 would be considered cheap here. On RentCafe, Columbia, SC rents go as low as $571/mo.

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