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Houses for Rent in Columbia, SC


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    3 bd $1,688+
    4 bd $2,241+
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    Ashcroft

    4.0 (10)
    1102 Semoran Way, Columbia, SC 29229
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Pool
  • Only 1 unit left
    2 bd $1,450
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    2826 Lincoln Street

    2826 Lincoln Street, Columbia, SC 29201
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Only 1 unit left
    2 bd $1,150
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    7114 Austin Street

    7114 Austin Street, Columbia, SC 29209
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  • Only 1 unit left
    3 bd $2,100
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    8 Briar Court N

    8 Briar Court N, Columbia, SC 29223
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  • Only 1 unit left
    4 bd $1,520
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    5426 Ridgeway Street

    5426 Ridgeway Street, Columbia, SC 29203
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  • Only 1 unit left
    4 bd $2,680
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    554 Robins Egg Drive

    554 Robins Egg Drive, Columbia, SC 29229-7035
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    3 bd $1,995
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    425-B Whaley Street

    425B Whaley Street, Columbia, SC 29201
    Apply online • Pet friendly
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    3 bd $1,995
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    425-A Whaley Street

    425A Whaley Street, Columbia, SC 29201
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  • 2944 Dell Drive 3 Beds Apartment for Rent
    Only 1 unit left
    3 bd $1,460
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    2944 Dell Drive

    2944 Dell Drive, Columbia, SC 29209
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  • Only 1 unit left
    3 bd $1,300
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    130 Gloria Trail

    130 Gloria Trail, Columbia, SC 29203
    Apply online • Dog friendly
  • 3 bd $2,700+
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    1619 Heyward Street

    4.5 (1)
    1619 Heyward Street, Columbia, SC 29205
    Pet friendly
  • 3 bd $1,450
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    2228 Pinehurst Road

    2228 Pinehurst Road, Columbia, SC 29204
    Parking
  • 3 bd $3,000
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    2222 Harper Street

    2222 Harper Street, Columbia, SC 29203
  • 3 bd $1,500
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    208 Sterling Cross Drive, Columbia, SC 29229
  • 2 bd $1,200
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    2213 Battleford Road

    2213 Battleford Road, Columbia, SC 29210
    Pet friendly • Public Transportation
  • 3 bd $1,700
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    246 Dove Park Rd

    246 Dove Park Rd, Columbia, SC 29223
    Pet friendly
  • 3600 Travelers Lane Studio Apartment for Rent
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    3600 Travelers Lane

    3600 Travelers Lane, Columbia, SC 29209
    Pet friendly
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    3 bd $2,600
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    1056 Cameron Ridge Drive, Columbia, SC 29209
    Dog friendly • In unit laundry • Dishwasher
  • New listing
    3 bd $1,895
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    1020 Chevis Street

    1020 Chevis Street, Columbia, SC 29205
    Dog friendly • Dishwasher
  • New listing
    3 bd $1,425
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    3621 Baywater Drive

    3621 Baywater Drive, Columbia, SC 29209
    Pet friendly • Dishwasher
  • New listing
    3 bd $2,200
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    150 Carr Lane

    150 Carr Lane, Columbia, SC 29223
    In unit laundry • Dishwasher
  • 3 bd $1,875
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    6546 Haley Dr

    6546 Haley Dr, Columbia, SC 29206
    Dog friendly • In unit laundry
  • 3 bd $1,800
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    822 Rosedale Arch

    822 Rosedale Arch, Columbia, SC 29203
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Frequently asked questions

How much is the rent for a house in Columbia, SC?

The price range of a house for rent is between $1,150 and $3,726.

How many houses are available in Columbia, SC on RentCafe?

There are 31 house rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Columbia, SC were last updated on 3 Oct 2026.

What is the average size of a rental house in Columbia, SC?

The average Columbia, SC rental house size is 1,528 sq. ft.

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

Renting a house in Columbia, SC comes with more space, both indoor and outdoor.

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

Houses for rent in Columbia, SC are usually located in non-central areas.

Renting a house in Columbia, SC

Some people just don’t buy into the American dream of owning your own house and sacrificing flexibility. Also, a 30-year mortgage is not the most pleasant thought to wake up with every morning. We understand. But what if you need some extra storage space? What if you like a backyard where you could throw BBQ parties and the kids could play in a safe environment? Luckily, you can forget the dreaded mortgage. Renting a house is the answer. There are 26 homes for rent in Columbia, SC. And it won’t necessarily cost an arm and a leg to rent the perfect home for your family. You can look into duplexes for rent too. Prices in Columbia, SC for rental homes start at $1,150. Or, if you don’t want your neighbors too close, you should browse some single family homes for rent, priced up to $3,713 per month.

A rental house offers flexibility

Your family situation will change throughout your life. Renting makes it possible to match the size of your home to your lifestyle and financial situation. And with 41 houses listed in Columbia, SC, with prices ranging from $1,150 to $3,713 it’s possible to find the perfect one for you, whether you’re on the lookout for cheap houses for rent or something fancy and expensive. Maybe it’s just you and your significant other at the moment sharing a charming downtown apartment. But there’s a chance that at some point in time, a third family member will show-up and suddenly that 1 bedroom apartment you were so happy with will become too small. You will realize that you’d much rather prefer the comfort of your own backyard, than all the excitement your current neighborhood provides, that you no longer have time to enjoy anyway. If you want to continue living comfortably, you may want to rent a 2 bedroom house. Or maybe your oldest son turned into a young man who’s going off to college soon. You’ll find yourself in a 4 bedroom house that is suddenly too big. You could downsize and rent a 3 bedroom home with a pool, in a much nicer area. The flexibility of renting makes it possible.