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1h ago
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1310 Oakcrest Road, Columbia, SC 29223
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,379–$2,698
Price drop
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Available Nov 25
4h ago
Verified
2050 North Beltline Boulevard, Columbia, SC 29204
On-site laundry | Balcony | Swimming pool
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$748–$1,661
Price drop
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23h ago
Verified
4615 Forest Drive, Columbia, SC 29206
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Swimming pool
Studio–3 beds
1–3 baths
$1,595–$6,532
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2d ago
Verified
2038 Lake Murray Boulevard, Columbia, SC 29212
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,540–$2,156
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23h ago
House for rent in Columbia
2 beds
2 baths
$1,895
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5d+ ago
Burton Height Standish house for rent in Columbia
4 beds
1 bath
$1,595
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Columbia
5 beds
3 baths
$2,450
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Columbia
4 beds
2 baths
$2,300
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Columbia
4 beds
2 baths
$2,100
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5d+ ago
Earlewood house for rent in Columbia
1 bed
1 bath
$1,495
House for rent
In-Unit Laundry
Dishwasher
Swimming Pool
Outdoor Space
5d+ ago
House for rent in Columbia
3 beds
2 baths
$1,850
House for rent
16h ago
Verified
2 beds
2 baths
$1,702
Apartment for rent
Available Dec 21
1d ago
Verified
1–4 beds
1–4 baths
$1,140–$1,690
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
2 baths
$1,512
Apartment for rent
Available Jan 18
5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
2 baths
$1,574
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 16
2h ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$1,875
House for rent
6h ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$1,250
House for rent
1d ago
450 Gracern Road, Columbia, SC 29210
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Concierge service
Studio
1 bath
$1,169
Apartment for rent
1d ago
5430 Forest Dr, Columbia, SC 29206
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Concierge service
Studio
1 bath
$1,439
Apartment for rent
1d ago
180 Stoneridge Drive, Columbia, SC 29210
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Concierge service
Studio
1 bath
$1,499
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$1,815
House for rent
11h ago
Verified
2 beds
2 baths
$3,654
$3,278
Price drop
House for rent
17h ago
3 beds
1 bath
$1,500
House for rent
Available Mar 1
3d ago
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,050–$1,325
Apartment for rent
4d ago
3 beds
2 baths
$2,200
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$925
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Edisto Court house for rent in Columbia
3 beds
1 bath
$1,750
House for rent
Available Jul 30
5d+ ago
Hyatt Park house for rent in Columbia
3 beds
1 bath
$1,375
House for rent
Available Oct 25
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Columbia
2 beds
1 bath
$1,150
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Columbia
3 beds
2 baths
$1,500
House for rent
Available Mar 23
5d+ ago
House for rent in Columbia
1900 Nottingwood Drive #NA, Columbia, SC 29210
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Assigned parking
3 beds
2 baths
$1,650
House for rent
Available Oct 1
2m ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$875–$1,175
Apartment for rent
1h ago
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$889–$1,299
Apartment for rent
2h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$950
Apartment for rent
2h ago
House for rent in Columbia
1924 Lake Carolina Drive, Columbia, SC 29229
Garage parking | Storage | On-site management
4 beds
2 baths
$1,895
House for rent
2h ago
House for rent in Columbia
3423 Lake Avenue, Columbia, SC 29206
Walk-in closets | Storage | Fireplace
3 beds
2 baths
$1,995
House for rent
2h ago
Hyatt Park townhouse for rent in Columbia
2 beds
1 bath
$1,250
$1,150
Price drop
House for rent
2h ago
Shandon house for rent in Columbia
2808 Wheat Street #D, Columbia, SC 29205
Hardwood floor | Storage | On-site management
1 bed
1 bath
$1,200
$900
Price drop
House for rent
3h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,240
Apartment for rent
5h ago
601 Saint Andrews Road, Columbia, SC 29210
Swimming pool | Fitness center | Business center
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,080–$1,525
Apartment for rent
5h ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,095–$1,125
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5h ago
2–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,150–$1,445
Apartment for rent
6h ago
2 beds
2 baths
$1,200
Apartment for rent
7h ago
House for rent in Columbia
3 beds
1 bath
$1,450
House for rent
7h ago
Apartment for rent in Columbia
923 Old Manor Road, Columbia, SC 29210
2 beds
1 bath
$1,000
Apartment for rent
8h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$900–$975
Apartment for rent
10h ago
House for rent in Columbia
4 beds
2 baths
$1,545
House for rent
10h ago
Eva P. Trezevant condo for rent in Columbia
1702 Heidt Street #2, Columbia, SC 29204
Hardwood floor
2 beds
1 bath
$850
Condo for rent
Available Dec 1
11h ago
House for rent in Columbia
3 beds
2 baths
$1,795
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Columbia, SC is known for its access to various parks and recreational areas, which residents appreciate for outdoor activities. The affordable living costs and proximity to the University of South Carolina enhance the local atmosphere, offering a lively vibe, especially among younger residents. However, some locals express concern about traffic issues and occasional crime, noting that these factors can detract from the overall experience of living in the city.
The average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Columbia, SC is approximately $1,080, while a 2-bedroom apartment averages around $1,306.
Rents in Columbia have experienced a modest increase in 2024, with overall rents rising by 0.5% compared to 2023. While 1-bedroom rents slightly decreased by 0.6%, 2-bedroom rents increased by 3.5%.
The best time to look for an apartment in Columbia is during the winter months, such as December, when demand is lower and prices can be about 7% less than in the summer.
University Hills, The Congaree Vista, and areas around the University of South Carolina are popular neighborhoods for their vibrant culture and social living. Hyatt Park is also highly sought after with a 1-bedroom rent of $1,800.
Yes, about 48.39% of the listings in Columbia are pet-friendly, with neighborhoods like Shandon and University Hills offering pet-friendly amenities.
Only about 10% of the rental listings in Columbia include utilities in the rent.
Columbia features a significant number of classic Ranch-style homes and Bungalows, with 57% of the rental market consisting of these older architectural styles.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2024 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
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