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108 Rabon Springs Rd, Columbia, SC 29223
Garage parking | Carpet | On-site management
4 beds
2.5 baths
$1,975
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Available Jul 1
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4 beds
3 baths
$1,975
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Available Jan 7
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7648 Garners Ferry Rd, Columbia, SC 29209
Swimming pool | Dishwasher | Outdoor space
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$849–$1,299
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2 beds
2 baths
$1,095
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1 bed
1 bath
$1,350–$1,450
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1 bath
$750–$850
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109 Hardwood Dr #1, Columbia, SC 29229
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Central heat
3 beds
2 baths
$1,900
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Available Sep 1
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Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$925–$1,025
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4 beds
2.5 baths
$2,395
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1 bed
1 bath
$1,000
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House for rent in Columbia
502 Blue Garden Way, Columbia, SC 29223
Garage parking | Concierge service | Package service
4 beds
2.5 baths
$2,095
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2d ago
South Kilbourne house for rent in Columbia
2 beds
2 baths
$1,499
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2d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$870–$1,015
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2d ago
Olympia house for rent in Columbia
4 beds
2 baths
$2,000
$1,800
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2d ago
Brandon Acres - Cedar Terrace house for rent in Columbia
2 beds
1 bath
$1,150
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2d ago
College Place house for rent in Columbia
2 beds
1 bath
$1,050
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Available May 19
2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,150–$1,275
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2d ago
3602 Rose Dr #1, Columbia, SC 29205
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Hardwood floor
3 beds
1 bath
$1,575
Condo for rent
Available May 22
2d ago
Lyon Street apartment for rent in Columbia
2511 Youman St, Columbia, SC 29204
Outdoor space
1 bed
1 bath
$1,150
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Available May 1
3d 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
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3d ago
House for rent in Columbia
352 Sandbach Rd, Columbia, SC 29209
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
4 beds
2.5 baths
$2,400
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3d ago
House for rent in Columbia
3 beds
2 baths
$1,795
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Available Jun 16
3d ago
South Kilbourne house for rent in Columbia
2 beds
1 bath
$1,100
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3d ago
House for rent in Columbia
3 beds
2 baths
$1,800
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3d ago
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4 beds
2.5 baths
$2,595
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3d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,600
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3d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$950
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3d ago
House for rent in Columbia
495 Blue Garden Way, Columbia, SC 29223
Garage parking | Concierge service | Package service
4 beds
2.5 baths
$2,195
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3d ago
Shandon apartment for rent in Columbia
1 bed
1 bath
$1,050
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3d ago
House for rent in Columbia
448 Red Poll Way, Columbia, SC 29209
Garage parking | Swimming pool | Concierge service
4 beds
2.5 baths
$2,095
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3d ago
Studio–3 beds
0–2 baths
$1,750–$2,595
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3d ago
Earlewood house for rent in Columbia
3 beds
1 bath
$1,100
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Available Jun 15
3d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,150
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3d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$925–$1,150
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3d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$995–$1,195
Price drop
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3d ago
House for rent in Columbia
4 beds
2.5 baths
$2,095
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3d ago
House for rent in Columbia
4 beds
2.5 baths
$2,370
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3d ago
House for rent in Columbia
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,350
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3d ago
Kilbourne Apartments units 13-16, Columbia, SC 29205
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Balcony
1 bed
1 bath
$825
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3d ago
Bradley house for rent in Columbia
3 beds
2 baths
$2,395
$2,295
Price drop
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3d ago
House for rent in Columbia
4 beds
3 baths
$3,500
$3,395
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3d ago
House for rent in Columbia
9424 Highgate Rd, Columbia, SC 29223
Garage parking | Assigned parking | Dishwasher
3 beds
2 baths
$2,250
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Available May 25
4d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,175
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4d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,250
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5d+ ago
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,050–$1,425
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5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,495
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5d+ ago
108 Kilbourne Rd, Columbia, SC 29205
In-unit laundry | Dishwasher | Outdoor space
2 beds
1 bath
$1,300
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Columbia
448 Durwin Way, Columbia, SC 29229
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
3 beds
3 baths
$2,200
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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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