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House for rent in Columbia
1633 Overhill Rd, Columbia, SC 29223
Ceiling fan | Storage | On-site management
3 beds
1.5 baths
$1,625
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House for rent in Columbia
305 Shoreditch Dr, Columbia, SC 29209
Hardwood floor | Storage | On-site management
3 beds
1.5 baths
$1,595
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Hollywood - Rosehill house for rent in Columbia
4 beds
2 baths
$3,195
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South Kilbourne house for rent in Columbia
3 beds
2 baths
$1,795
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Hampton Hills condo for rent in Columbia
4600 Fort Jackson Blvd #256, Columbia, SC 29209
Central heat | Dishwasher
2 beds
1 bath
$935
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House for rent in Columbia
3 beds
2 baths
$1,590
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Hampton Hills condo for rent in Columbia
4600 Fort Jackson Blvd #225, Columbia, SC 29209
Central heat | Dishwasher
2 beds
1 bath
$915
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Wales Garden house for rent in Columbia
1 bed
1 bath
$1,600
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The Congaree Vista apartment for rent in Columbia
611 Lady St #B, Columbia, SC 29201
Assigned parking | Hardwood floor | Controlled access
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,200
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Condo for rent in Columbia
In-unit laundry | Dishwasher | Oven
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,650
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South Waccamaw house for rent in Columbia
2 beds
2 baths
$1,950
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House for rent in Columbia
1649B S Beltline Blvd, Columbia, SC 29205
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
2 beds
1 bath
$1,250
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Available Mar 4
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Condo for rent in Columbia
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,100
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South Kilbourne apartment for rent in Columbia
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,600
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House for rent in Columbia
109 Summer Vale Dr #1, Columbia, SC 29223
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Controlled access
4 beds
2.5 baths
$2,300
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Available Apr 10
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University Hills apartment for rent in Columbia
1 bed
1 bath
$1,750
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University Hills apartment for rent in Columbia
2 beds
1.5 baths
$2,275
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House for rent in Columbia
1473 Haviland Cir, Columbia, SC 29210
On-site laundry | Fitness center | Hardwood floor
3 beds
2 baths
$1,550
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Olympia house for rent in Columbia
5 beds
2 baths
$4,250
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Condo for rent in Columbia
1 bed
1 bath
$780
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Available Aug 1
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Condo for rent in Columbia
1 bed
1 bath
$780
Condo for rent
Available Aug 1
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Condo for rent in Columbia
1 bed
1 bath
$780
Condo for rent
Available Aug 1
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Condo for rent in Columbia
1 bed
1 bath
$780
Condo for rent
Available Aug 1
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House for rent in Columbia
204 Ashewood Commons Dr, Columbia, SC 29209
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Hardwood floor
2 beds
2 baths
$1,600
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Available Jul 1
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House for rent in Columbia
3 beds
2 baths
$2,200
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House for rent in Columbia
2 beds
1 bath
$1,300
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House for rent in Columbia
4 beds
3 baths
$2,295
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Available Apr 8
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House for rent in Columbia
3 beds
2 baths
$1,695
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Hyatt Park house for rent in Columbia
2 beds
2 baths
$1,375
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House for rent in Columbia
3 beds
1 bath
$1,495
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Elmwood Park house for rent in Columbia
1029 Maxcy St, Columbia, SC 29201
In-unit laundry | Walk-in closets | Ceiling fan
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,500
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House for rent in Columbia
4 beds
2 baths
$1,750
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Elmwood Park condo for rent in Columbia
Studio
0 baths
$548
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Available Aug 15
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Elmwood Park condo for rent in Columbia
Studio
0 baths
$537
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Available Dec 24
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University Of South Carolina condo for rent in Columbia
900 Taylor Street - 1Unit 304 #1, Columbia, SC 29201
In-unit laundry | Balcony | Swimming pool
2 beds
2 baths
$1,850
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Available Aug 1
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University Hills house for rent in Columbia
3 beds
2 baths
$4,200
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Available Mar 18
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Old Shandon apartment for rent in Columbia
2 beds
1 bath
$1,495
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Townhouse for rent in Columbia
2 beds
1.5 baths
$1,149
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Available May 1
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Five Points condo for rent in Columbia
2002 Greene St, Columbia, SC 29205
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Hardwood floor
2 beds
1 bath
$1,400
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House for rent in Columbia
216 Deer Hound Trl, Columbia, SC 29223
In-unit laundry | Walk-in closets | Ceiling fan
2 beds
2 baths
$1,475
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Olympia house for rent in Columbia
3 beds
2 baths
$2,000
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House for rent in Columbia
225 Lawson Dr #NA, Columbia, SC 29229
Air conditioning | Garage parking | Assigned parking
2 beds
2 baths
$1,580
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Available Apr 3
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Elmwood Park townhouse for rent in Columbia
3 beds
1.5 baths
$2,100
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Townhouse for rent in Columbia
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Balcony
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,295
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Available Oct 2
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House for rent in Columbia
4 beds
2.5 baths
$2,150
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Condo for rent in Columbia
2 beds
1 bath
$1,450
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Available Mar 3
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House for rent in Columbia
3 beds
3 baths
$1,850
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Colonial Park apartment for rent in Columbia
2 beds
1 bath
$850
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Townhouse for rent in Columbia
2 beds
1.5 baths
$1,125
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Available May 4
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Apartment for rent in Columbia
1100 1100 Skyland Drive - 1Unit R1 #1, Columbia, SC 29210
On-site laundry | Balcony | Ceiling fan
2 beds
2 baths
$1,300
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Available Dec 8
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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.
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%.
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 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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