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Whispering Pines Apartments Gallery 1
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Whispering Pines Apartments

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400 Greenlawn Dr, Columbia, SC 29209
(803) 590-9727
Amenities
W/D hookup, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, 24hr maintenance, Cable included + more
Verified
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5.0

Alera West

$1,169
3930 Broad River Road, Columbia, SC 29210
(803) 962-7309
Top rated for Location
4 units available
1 bed • 2 bed
Amenities
Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, 24hr maintenance, Pool, Ceiling fan + more
Verified
Reserve at River Walk - Affordable Housing Gallery 1
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Reserve at River Walk - Affordable Housing

$927
4501 Bentley Drive, Columbia, SC 29210
(734) 219-0975
18 units available
1 bed • 2 bed • 3 bed
Amenities
W/D hookup, Pet friendly, 24hr maintenance, Garage, Walk in closets, 24hr gym + more
Verified
Ogden Apartments Gallery 1
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Ogden Apartments

$1,100
1612 Ogden Street, Columbia, SC 29204
(803) 859-7542
2 units available
2 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Dogs allowed, Air conditioning, Ceiling fan, Microwave, Range + more
Verified
Inspire Sandhill - 55+ Active Adult Community Gallery 1
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Inspire Sandhill - 55+ Active Adult Community

440 Town Center Place, Columbia, SC 29229
(803) 859-5471
$2,115+ moTotal price12-mo lease
17 units available
1 bed • 2 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Putting green, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher + more
Verified
Columbia - West - Interstate 126 Gallery 1
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Columbia - West - Interstate 126

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450 Gracern Rd, Columbia, SC 29210
(803) 866-6818
Amenities
On-site laundry, Pet friendly, All utils included, Cable included, Recently renovated, Coffee bar + more
Verified
DOWNTOWN COLUMBIA'S CANAL PLACE Gallery 1
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DOWNTOWN COLUMBIA'S CANAL PLACE

$2,395
328 Northwood Street, Columbia, SC 29201
(803) 812-3812
1 unit available
3 bed
Amenities
Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage, Stainless steel + more
Verified
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Pointe Grand Columbia

$1,495
150 Powell Road, Columbia, SC 29203
(803) 921-8524
11 units available
2 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Pet friendly, 24hr maintenance, Garage, Stainless steel, 24hr gym + more
Verified
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Station at Lake Murray

$1,625
2235 Lake Murray Boulevard, Columbia, SC 29212
(839) 777-2625
26 units available
1 bed • 2 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, New construction, Stainless steel + more
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Silver Station - Affordable Housing Gallery 1
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Silver Station - Affordable Housing

9641 Farrow Road, Columbia, SC 29203
(803) 335-5595
$1,395+ moTotal price12-mo lease
34 units available
1 bed • 2 bed • 3 bed
Amenities
On-site laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, 24hr maintenance, Garage + more
Verified
Legends at Lake Murray Gallery 1
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Legends at Lake Murray

$1,589
1220 Meredith Drive, Columbia, SC 29212
(803) 891-5666
5 units available
2 bed • 3 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Nest technology, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher + more
Verified
Renovated & Move-In Ready Ranch in Rosewood! Gallery 1
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Renovated & Move-In Ready Ranch in Rosewood!

$2,400
2218 Holt Drive, Columbia, SC 29205
(803) 971-5110
1 unit available
4 bed
Amenities
On-site laundry, Parking, Recently renovated, Walk in closets, Range, and Refrigerator
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Columbia - Ft. Jackson

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5430 Forest Drive, Columbia, SC 29206
(434) 264-7731
Amenities
On-site laundry, Pet friendly, All utils included, Cable included, Recently renovated, Coffee bar + more
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PRE-LEASE Brand New Rosewood Townhomes! ONLY 5 LEFT! Gallery 1
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PRE-LEASE Brand New Rosewood Townhomes! ONLY 5 LEFT!

$3,285
609 South Edisto Avenue, Columbia, SC 29205
(803) 721-6284
1 unit available
3 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Dishwasher, Parking, Fire pit, Clubhouse, and Bbq/grill
Verified
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Columbia – Greystone

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180 Stoneridge Drive, Columbia, SC 29210
(640) 229-0451
Amenities
On-site laundry, Pet friendly, All utils included, Cable included, Recently renovated, Coffee bar + more
Verified
606 Muller Avenue Gallery 1
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606 Muller Avenue

$1,349
606 Muller Avenue, Columbia, SC 29203
(803) 393-3164
1 unit available
2 bed
Amenities
Hardwood floors, Recently renovated, and Air conditioning

Average rent in Columbia, South Carolina

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Columbia is $1,437+, while the average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment is $1,576+. Rent rates updated 2 days ago
Studio
$1,525+
Prices trending down
1 Bed
$1,437+
Prices trending down
2 Beds
$1,576+
Prices trending down
3+ Beds
$1,876+
Prices trending down
* Averages are based on the rental prices of properties listed on Apartment List that don’t include fees

Top neighborhoods

Top neighborhoods in Columbia, SC

  • Map of Olympia

    Olympia

    What's it like to live in Olympia?

    Historic character defines Olympia, where this southern Columbia neighborhood showcases working-class heritage through mill houses and bungalows from the early 20th century. Rental options include renovated historic homes and smaller apartment buildings at accessible rates. While the area offers excellent access to both University of South Carolina and Williams-Brice Stadium, game days create significant traffic and parking challenges requiring local knowledge of alternative routes. Perfect for students and university employees seeking affordable housing with character beyond purely student-focused complexes who don't mind occasional event-related disruptions.

    Great for

    • Families
    • Retirees
    • Professionals
    • Young Renters
    • Commuters

    Neighborhood vibe

    • Mixed-Use
    • Peaceful
    • Mixed-Use & Commercial
    View 9 listings
  • Map of South Kilbourne

    South Kilbourne

    What's it like to live in South Kilbourne?

    Historic charm at accessible prices defines South Kilbourne, where this Columbia neighborhood offers character-filled homes from the early 20th century. The district features excellent access to both downtown employment and the developing Cross Hill Market area. While some streets show varied investment levels, the combination of central location, architectural interest, and remarkable affordability makes it worth exploring for renters seeking value in South Carolina's capital city.

    Great for

    • Families
    • Retirees
    • Professionals
    • Young Renters
    • Commuters

    Neighborhood vibe

    • Mixed-Use
    • Peaceful
    • Mixed-Use & Commercial
    View 11 listings
  • Map of Shandon

    Shandon

    What's it like to live in Shandon?

    Academic energy buzzes near the University of South Carolina's historic Horseshoe. Renters score antebellum mansions converted to apartments but face gameday parking chaos during SEC football weekends. The hidden gem? Free summer concerts at the never-crowded Maxcy Gregg Park.

    Great for

    • Families
    • Retirees
    • Professionals
    • Young Renters
    • Commuters

    Neighborhood vibe

    • Mixed-Use
    • Peaceful
    • Mixed-Use & Commercial
    View 14 listings

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Columbia Rent Report: June 2026

Welcome to the Apartment List June 2026 Rent Report for Columbia, SC. Currently, the overall median rent in the city stands at $1,223, roughly the same as last month. Prices and are now up 1.4% year-over-year. Read on to learn more about what’s been happening in the Columbia rental market and how it compares to trends throughout the nation as a whole.

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Columbia Renter Confidence Survey

National study of renter’s satisfaction with their cities and states

Here’s how Columbia ranks on:

Overview of Findings

Apartment List has released Columbia’s results from the third annual Apartment List Renter Satisfaction Survey. This survey, which drew on responses from over 45,000 renters, provides insight on what states and cities must do to meet the needs of 111 million American renters nationwide.

"Columbia renters expressed general satisfaction with the city overall," according to Apartment List. "However, ratings varied greatly across different categories, indicating that even though renters love Columbia, some aspects can be better."

Key findings in Columbia include the following:

  • Columbia renters gave their city a B- overall.
  • The highest-rated categories for Columbia were affordability, state and local taxes, and the quality of local schools, which all received A grades.
  • The areas of concern to Columbia renters are recreational activities (D) and public transit (C).
  • Millennial renters are very satisfied with their city, giving it an overall rating of A-.
  • Columbia did relatively poorly compared to other cities in South Carolina, including Charleston (A+), Greenville (A+) and Myrtle Beach (A+).
  • Columbia did relatively poorly compared to other cities nationwide, including Denver, CO (B+), Austin, TX (A-) and Seattle, WA (B+).
  • The top rated cities nationwide for renter satisfaction include Scottsdale, AZ, Irvine, CA, Boulder, CO and Ann Arbor, MI. The lowest rated cities include Tallahassee, FL, Stockton, CA, Dayton, OH, Detroit, MI and Newark, NJ.

Renters say:

  • "It’s a beautiful city. Easy commuting access from highways. The only thing I don’t like is the erratic weather: you never know when to put your summer clothes away!" – Leandra E.
  • "Love the people, but rent is expensive." – Helen S.
  • "I like the weather, the convenience of local shopping, and the friendly, kind people here." – Sheila B.
  • "I love the activities but the cost of living is high compared to pay. Safe, nice places are either really expensive or far from downtown." – Jiani H.

For more information on the survey methodology and findings or to speak to one of our researchers, please contact our team at rentonomics@apartmentlist.com.

View our national survey results.
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