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The average rent in Columbia, as of June 2026, is down 1.74% compared to last month and down 3.15% year-over-year.
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10h ago
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2050 N Beltline Blvd, Columbia, SC 29204
On-site laundry | Balcony | Swimming pool
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$798–$1,042
Price drop
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11h ago
Verified
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,422–$2,196
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16h ago
Verified
4615 Forest Dr, Columbia, SC 29206
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Swimming pool
Studio–3 beds
1–3 baths
$1,537–$6,577
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1d ago
Verified
1310 Oakcrest Dr, Columbia, SC 29223
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,384–$4,358
Price drop
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Available Jun 9
11h ago
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Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,948–$4,446
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11h ago
Verified
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,032–$2,250
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12h ago
Verified
2038 Lake Murray Blvd, Columbia, SC 29212
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,539–$2,336
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8h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,100
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9h ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$829–$1,330
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1d ago
7648 Garners Ferry Rd, Columbia, SC 29209
Swimming pool | Dishwasher | Outdoor space
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$879–$1,279
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In-Unit Laundry
Dishwasher
Outdoor Space
Air Conditioning
4d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$995–$1,100
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5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,000
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,000
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Columbia
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,195
House for rent
5d+ ago
Edisto Court house for rent in Columbia
4 beds
3.5 baths
$2,400
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5d+ ago
South Waccamaw townhouse for rent in Columbia
3 beds
3 baths
$3,285
House for rent
4d ago
Verified
2 beds
2.5 baths
$1,614
House for rent
Available Aug 4
5d+ ago
Verified
2928 English Ave #NA, Columbia, SC 29204
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Assigned parking
3 beds
1 bath
$1,700
$1,590
Price drop
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Available May 1
5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
2.5 baths
$1,610
House for rent
Available May 28
5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
2.5 baths
$1,574
House for rent
Available Jun 23
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,849
House for rent
Available Jun 29
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,749
House for rent
Available Jul 22
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,049
House for rent
Available Jul 21
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,722
House for rent
Available Jun 10
5d+ ago
Verified
19 Graymont Cir #NA, Columbia, SC 29205
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
3 beds
2 baths
$2,400
House for rent
Available May 1
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,813
House for rent
Available Jul 21
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
1 bath
$1,250
House for rent
2h ago
Verified
1051 Southern Dr, Columbia, SC 29201
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
1–3 beds
1–3 baths
$1,032–$1,858
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1d ago
4500 Hard Scrabble Rd, Columbia, SC 29229
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Swimming pool
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,130–$1,480
Apartment for rent
3d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$995
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
3 beds
1 bath
$1,500
House for rent
Available Jun 9
5d+ ago
The Congaree Vista condo for rent in Columbia
2 beds
2 baths
$2,300
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Five Points condo for rent in Columbia
2 beds
1 bath
$1,200
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
University Of South Carolina apartment for rent in Columbia
2 beds
2 baths
$2,500
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Columbia
3 beds
1 bath
$1,350
House for rent
Available Apr 27
2m ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,150–$1,500
Apartment for rent
38m ago
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,220–$1,765
Price drop
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5h ago
900 Gracern Rd, Columbia, SC 29210
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,080–$1,765
Apartment for rent
5h ago
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,050–$1,395
Apartment for rent
7h ago
House for rent in Columbia
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,000
House for rent
Available Jun 9
8h ago
2–3 beds
2 baths
$1,525–$1,940
Price drop
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 12
9h ago
Townhouse for rent in Columbia
111 Village Walk, Columbia, SC 29209
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Ceiling fan
2 beds
2.5 baths
$2,400
House for rent
14h ago
House for rent in Columbia
4 beds
2.5 baths
$2,300
House for rent
15h ago
House for rent in Columbia
13 Tomafield Ct #1, Columbia, SC 29229
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Central heat
3 beds
2 baths
$2,000
House for rent
Available Jun 8
16h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,600
Apartment for rent
16h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$950
Apartment for rent
17h ago
House for rent in Columbia
3 Beckton Ct, Columbia, SC 29229
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Walk-in closets
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,825
House for rent
17h ago
House for rent in Columbia
3836 Davies Dr, Columbia, SC 29223
Assigned parking | On-site management | Outdoor space
3 beds
1.5 baths
$1,799
$1,625
Price drop
House for rent
17h ago
Shandon apartment for rent in Columbia
5 beds
3 baths
$4,630
Apartment for rent
18h ago
Studio–3 beds
0–2 baths
$1,750–$2,595
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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.
Columbia's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $1,100 per month, while two-bedroom units average around $1,300 monthly. These figures reflect the current market conditions across the city's diverse neighborhood options.
December and January offer the best opportunities for apartment hunting in Columbia, with January showing the lowest rental prices of the year. December represents the least competitive period with reduced demand, while July typically sees the highest rents with approximately a 6.6% difference between peak and off-peak months.
Booker Washington Heights generates over 3 times more renter interest than the market average, while Colonial Park and Hyatt Park also draw exceptional attention from prospective tenants. For social connectivity, areas around the University of South Carolina, The Congaree Vista, University Hills, and Robert Mills Historic districts offer excellent walkability and vibrant restaurant scenes.
Hyatt Park offers the most affordable option at around $1,230 monthly median rent, followed by South Kilbourne at around $1,440 and Shandon at around $1,540. Colonial Park provides additional savings at around $750 per month, which is 26% below the city median.
Columbia offers strong pet accommodation with 37% of rental listings welcoming pets. Edisto Court, Wales Garden, Central Rosewood, and Shandon neighborhoods provide the most pet-friendly environments, featuring pet waste stations, no breed restrictions, and regular pet events for animal lovers.
Utilities are rarely included in Columbia rental properties, appearing in only about 26 total listings citywide. This represents less than 1% of the overall rental market, with minimal availability across all bedroom types from studios through three-bedroom apartments.
Columbia's rental market features predominantly mid-20th century architecture, with ranch-style homes comprising 47.7% of available properties and bungalow-style rentals accounting for 36.4%. Contemporary architecture represents 15.9% of the market, reflecting the city's blend of established neighborhoods with some modern development.
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 2026 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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| 💰Best rent deal | 2050 N Beltline Blvd |
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