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Cottontow - Bellevue apartment for rent in Columbia
1219 Elmwood Ave, Columbia, SC 29201
Concierge service | On-site management | Package service
1 bed
1 bath
$1,050
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Townhouse for rent in Columbia
2 beds
1 bath
$925
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Available Nov 6
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Apartment for rent in Columbia
440 Town Center Pl ## A2, Columbia, SC 29229
In-unit laundry | Swimming pool | Fitness center
1 bed
1 bath
$2,365
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Shandon house for rent in Columbia
4 beds
3 baths
$3,400
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University Hills apartment for rent in Columbia
2 beds
1.5 baths
$2,300
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Shandon apartment for rent in Columbia
303 King St, Columbia, SC 29205
In-unit laundry | Hardwood floor | Ceiling fan
5 beds
2 baths
$3,200
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House for rent in Columbia
3 beds
2 baths
$1,500
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Available Mar 23
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Townhouse for rent in Columbia
1659 Legrand Rd #D107, Columbia, SC 29223
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,500
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Townhouse for rent in Columbia
1659 Legrand Rd #D102, Columbia, SC 29223
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,500
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Townhouse for rent in Columbia
1659 Legrand Rd #C107, Columbia, SC 29223
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,500
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Townhouse for rent in Columbia
1659 Legrand Rd #B108, Columbia, SC 29223
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,500
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Hampton - Wildcat house for rent in Columbia
2 beds
1 bath
$1,180
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Wales Garden house for rent in Columbia
106 Pickens St #B, Columbia, SC 29205
In-unit laundry | Swimming pool | Outdoor space
4 beds
2 baths
$5,500
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Available Aug 5
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Wales Garden house for rent in Columbia
106 Pickens St #A, Columbia, SC 29205
In-unit laundry | Swimming pool | Outdoor space
4 beds
2 baths
$4,400
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Available Aug 1
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Shandon house for rent in Columbia
2217 Blossom St #4, Columbia, SC 29205
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Dishwasher
1 bed
1 bath
$1,350
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Available May 1
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Hyatt Park house for rent in Columbia
3 beds
1 bath
$1,450
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Available Jul 15
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Townhouse for rent in Columbia
In-unit laundry | Swimming pool | Concierge service
3 beds
1.5 baths
$1,245
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Available Apr 29
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3 beds
2 baths
$1,448
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1 bed
1 bath
$925
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House for rent in Columbia
2 beds
2.5 baths
$1,624
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House for rent in Columbia
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,954
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House for rent in Columbia
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,690
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House for rent in Columbia
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,040
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House for rent in Columbia
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,675
$1,579
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House for rent in Columbia
2 beds
2.5 baths
$1,614
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House for rent in Columbia
2 beds
2.5 baths
$1,650
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House for rent in Columbia
209 Merry Oak Ln, Columbia, SC 29223
Air conditioning | Balcony | Storage
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,979
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House for rent in Columbia
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,813
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House for rent in Columbia
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,899
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House for rent in Columbia
2 beds
2.5 baths
$1,699
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House for rent in Columbia
2 beds
2.5 baths
$1,699
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3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,699
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Condo for rent in Columbia
6905 Cleaton Road F 135, Columbia, SC 29206
In-unit laundry | Swimming pool | Ceiling fan
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,650
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Melrose Heights apartment for rent in Columbia
1205 Maple St, Columbia, SC 29205
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Hardwood floor
3 beds
2 baths
$2,250
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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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