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4615 Forest Dr, Columbia, SC 29206
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Swimming pool
Studio–3 beds
1–3 baths
$1,411–$5,098
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7h ago
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1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,552–$2,119
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1d ago
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2050 N Beltline Blvd, Columbia, SC 29204
On-site laundry | Swimming pool | Fitness center
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$798–$1,042
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2d ago
Verified
1310 Oakcrest Dr, Columbia, SC 29223
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,351–$4,423
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Available May 18
27m ago
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2038 Lake Murray Blvd, Columbia, SC 29212
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,473–$2,351
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1d ago
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Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,069–$4,013
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3d ago
Verified
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,695–$2,280
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2d ago
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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2d ago
Lyon Street house for rent in Columbia
4 beds
4.5 baths
$2,900
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2d ago
Shandon house for rent in Columbia
4 beds
4.5 baths
$2,900
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Dishwasher
Air Conditioning
Outdoor Space
In-Unit Laundry
2d ago
Lyon Street house for rent in Columbia
4 beds
4.5 baths
$2,900
House for rent
2d ago
4 beds
4 baths
$2,900
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3d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$995–$1,100
Price drop
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5d+ ago
5779 Ames Rd, Columbia, SC 29203
2–3 beds
1 bath
$1,000–$1,100
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,100
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Columbia
4 beds
2.5 baths
$2,395
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5d+ ago
South Waccamaw townhouse for rent in Columbia
3 beds
3 baths
$3,285
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3d 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
2928 English Ave #NA, Columbia, SC 29204
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Assigned parking
3 beds
1 bath
$1,700
House for rent
Available May 1
5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
2.5 baths
$1,650
House for rent
Available May 15
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,813
House for rent
Available Jun 30
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,899
House for rent
Available Jun 29
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
1 bath
$1,250
House for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,699
House for rent
Available Jun 27
5d+ ago
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2 beds
2.5 baths
$1,699
House for rent
Available Jun 23
2d ago
Verified
3 beds
2.5 baths
$5,170
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
3 beds
2.5 baths
$5,170
Apartment for rent
12h ago
2–3 beds
1 bath
$1,299–$1,395
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$889–$1,199
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$849–$1,330
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2d ago
4500 Hard Scrabble Rd, Columbia, SC 29229
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Swimming pool
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,135–$1,710
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
3 beds
1 bath
$1,500
House for rent
Available May 18
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Columbia
2 beds
1 bath
$1,400
House 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
12h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,175
Apartment for rent
12h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,250
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16h ago
601 Saint Andrews Rd, Columbia, SC 29210
Swimming pool | Fitness center | Fireplace
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,080–$1,395
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1d ago
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,050–$1,425
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1d ago
1800 Killian Lakes Dr, Columbia, SC 29203
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,260–$2,754
Price drop
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1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,495
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1d ago
108 Kilbourne Rd, Columbia, SC 29205
In-unit laundry | Dishwasher | Outdoor space
2 beds
1 bath
$1,300
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1d 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
House for rent
1d ago
South Kilbourne house for rent in Columbia
2 beds
1 bath
$1,725
House for rent
Available May 15
1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,120
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Studio–3 beds
0–2 baths
$1,750–$2,595
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,200
Apartment for rent
2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,700–$1,800
Apartment for rent
2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,150
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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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