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Condo for rent in Columbia
1 bed
1 bath
$900
Condo for rent
Available Jun 23
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House for rent in Columbia
3 beds
2 baths
$1,645
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4 beds
2 baths
$1,645
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South Kilbourne condo for rent in Columbia
3840 Overbrook Dr #12, Columbia, SC 29205
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Central heat
2 beds
2 baths
$1,595
Condo for rent
Available Apr 10
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Edisto Court house for rent in Columbia
1 Graymont Cir #1, Columbia, SC 29205
Air conditioning | Balcony | Hardwood floor
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,175
House for rent
Available Jul 17
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Robert Mills Historic apartment for rent in Columbia
3 beds
2 baths
$3,000
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Available Apr 5
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Robert Mills Historic apartment for rent in Columbia
4 beds
2 baths
$4,000
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Available Apr 5
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University Hills apartment for rent in Columbia
3 beds
2 baths
$3,000
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 5
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University Hills apartment for rent in Columbia
4 beds
2 baths
$4,000
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University Hills apartment for rent in Columbia
4 beds
2 baths
$4,000
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Apartment for rent in Columbia
4 beds
2 baths
$4,000
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Available Aug 1
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Apartment for rent in Columbia
3 beds
2 baths
$3,000
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Available Aug 1
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Apartment for rent in Columbia
3 beds
2 baths
$3,000
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Available Aug 1
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Apartment for rent in Columbia
3 beds
2 baths
$3,000
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 1
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Wales Garden condo for rent in Columbia
1 bed
1 bath
$995
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House for rent in Columbia
3 beds
1 bath
$1,350
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Apartment for rent in Columbia
On-site laundry | Concierge service | On-site management
1 bed
1 bath
$800
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Available Apr 24
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Hyatt Park house for rent in Columbia
2 beds
1 bath
$1,150
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Available Apr 3
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Elmwood Park apartment for rent in Columbia
1 bed
1 bath
$900
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Available Jan 8
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Townhouse for rent in Columbia
1 bed
1 bath
$900
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Available Apr 25
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House for rent in Columbia
2 beds
1 bath
$1,350
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South Kilbourne apartment for rent in Columbia
2 beds
1 bath
$995
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South Kilbourne apartment for rent in Columbia
2 beds
1 bath
$995
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Martin Luther King house for rent in Columbia
3 beds
2 baths
$1,695
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House for rent in Columbia
612 S Beltline Blvd, Columbia, SC 29205
Air conditioning | Hardwood floor | Outdoor space
2 beds
1 bath
$1,500
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Condo for rent in Columbia
1600 Park Cir #717, Columbia, SC 29201
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Hardwood floor
2 beds
2 baths
$1,600
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House for rent in Columbia
3 beds
2 baths
$1,800
House for rent
Available May 1
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South Kilbourne house for rent in Columbia
34 Magnolia Glen Ln, Columbia, SC 29205
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Ceiling fan
2 beds
2.5 baths
$1,695
House for rent
Available Jul 1
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House for rent in Columbia
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,609
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University Hills apartment for rent in Columbia
1 bed
1 bath
$1,400
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 5
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Apartment for rent in Columbia
440 Town Center Pl ## B1, Columbia, SC 29229
In-unit laundry | Swimming pool | Fitness center
2 beds
2 baths
$2,441
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Apartment for rent in Columbia
440 Town Center Pl ## A4, Columbia, SC 29229
In-unit laundry | Swimming pool | Fitness center
1 bed
1 bath
$2,335
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Booker Washington Heights house for rent in Columbia
2 beds
1 bath
$1,300
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Apartment for rent in Columbia
4 beds
3 baths
$3,600
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Apartment for rent in Columbia
4 beds
3 baths
$3,600
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Townhouse for rent in Columbia
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Balcony
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,395
House for rent
Available Jun 29
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North Columbia apartment for rent in Columbia
Studio
0 baths
$1,942
Apartment for rent
Available May 1
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Central Rosewood house for rent in Columbia
3 beds
1 bath
$1,950
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Townhouse for rent in Columbia
6905 Cleaton Rd, Columbia, SC 29206
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Carpet
3 beds
3 baths
$2,200
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Apartment for rent in Columbia
2 beds
2.5 baths
$1,295
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Apartment for rent in Columbia
2920 Chatsworth Rd #A, Columbia, SC 29223
2 beds
2 baths
$1,100
Apartment for rent
Available May 20
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Elmwood Park house for rent in Columbia
4 beds
2.5 baths
$4,400
House for rent
Available Jul 1
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Apartment for rent in Columbia
3630 Ranch Rd #16-2, Columbia, SC 29206
Assigned parking | Carpet
2 beds
2 baths
$1,250
Apartment for rent
Available Apr 17
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Condo for rent in Columbia
3 beds
3 baths
$1,796
Condo for rent
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Condo for rent in Columbia
4443 Bethel Church Rd, Columbia, SC 29206
In-unit laundry | Balcony | Assigned parking
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,796
Condo for rent
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Heritage house for rent in Columbia
3 beds
2 baths
$1,895
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Earlewood house for rent in Columbia
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,250
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Condo for rent in Columbia
In-unit laundry | Dishwasher | Oven
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,650
Condo for rent
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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
House for rent
Available Mar 4
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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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