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Studio Apartments for Rent in Columbia, SC

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    $1,399 - $4,375 per month

    The Lady

    Studio - 3 Beds

    1310 Lady St, Columbia, SC 29201

    The Lady Apartments never ages. Historic on the outside and modern on the inside, our community is fitted with spectacular amenities like a community kitchen, a yoga studio, garage parking, and even a rooftop terrace with a garden. Beyond a prime location in Downtown Columbia, our apartments turn heads with stone countertops, spacious bathrooms, and designer finishes. We even offer furnished and

    1310 Lady St, Columbia, SC 29201
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    $1,299 - $2,200 per month

    42 Magnolia + 5000 Forest

    Studio - 3 Beds

    5150 Forest Dr, Columbia, SC 29206

    Situated between bustling downtown Columbia and the city’s charming suburbs, 42 Magnolia and 5000 Forest deliver the carefree and comfortable lifestyle you deserve. Whatever your needs are, these spacious studio, one, two and three bedroom apartments are sure to suit your lifestyle. Featuring everything from gourmet kitchens to garden tubs, these open layouts offer ultimate functionality without

    5150 Forest Dr, Columbia, SC 29206
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    $1,113 - $1,856 per month

    1321 Lofts

    Studio - 1 Bed

    1321 Lady St, Columbia, SC 29201

    1321 Lofts provides unique urban apartment residences with character and style. It is a short walk or ride to downtown businesses, health-care and educational facilities, libraries, museums, historic and cultural points of interest, parks and recreation, shopping, fine dining, and nightlife.

    1321 Lady St, Columbia, SC 29201
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    $1,150 - $1,550 per month

    Cornell Arms Apartments

    Studio - 2 Beds

    1230 Pendleton St, Columbia, SC 29201

    POWER, WATER & SEWER, & HIGH-SPEED INTERNET – ALL INCLUDED IN UTILITY PACKAGE.Within the shadow of the historic University of South Carolina Horseshoe and State Capital complex, stands Cornell Arms Apartments. When completed in 1949, Cornell Arms was the tallest building between Richmond and Miami. The 18 story building is a steel frame structure with a handsome red brick veneer

    1230 Pendleton St, Columbia, SC 29201
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    $750 - $1,600 per month

    The Dylan

    Studio - 2 Beds

    1930 Marion St, Columbia, SC 29201

    Welcome home to The Dylan, Columbia's newest address. Our spacious studio and one-bedroom apartments feature upgraded finishes, ample storage, and incredible views. Contact us today to learn more about your new home.

    1930 Marion St, Columbia, SC 29201
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    $824 - $1,008 per month

    Grove at St. Andrews

    Studio - 2 Beds

    716 Zimalcrest Dr, Columbia, SC 29210

    Welcome home to the Grove at St. Andrews! Centrally located in Columbia, SC, the Grove offers a wide variety of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom layouts to suit every lifestyle. Relax and unwind with our luxurious community amenities, featuring a pool with spacious sundeck, conveniently located fitness center and laundry facility, lush bark park, and more! Our pet-friendly community offers

    716 Zimalcrest Dr, Columbia, SC 29210
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    $1,641 - $2,779 per month

    Bennet at BullStreet

    Studio - 3 Beds

    2180 Pickens St, Columbia, SC 29201

    Bennet builds on the excitement of the BullStreet District with a modern apartment community as rousing as it is welcoming. Inside, it's bold and beautiful, with lavish amenities and spacious one, two and three bedroom residences to inspire you. Outside, you're steps from Segra Park, Starbucks, REI and more shops at your door. Whatever excites you, Bennet lets you live it.

    2180 Pickens St, Columbia, SC 29201
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    $1,205 - $4,663 per month

    Canalside Lofts

    Studio - 3 Beds

    383 Taylor St, Columbia, SC 29201

    Find your new home along the canal, at Canalside Lofts. Named "Columbia's Best" multiple years in a row, it's all here - skyline views, inspired design, flexible, open floor plans, high ceilings, hardwood floors, premium finishes, exposed ductwork, sleek black appliances in a contemporary kitchen, Juliet balconies, business center, courtyard pool, amenities and more. Explore our floor plans today

    383 Taylor St, Columbia, SC 29201
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    $1,387 - $5,342 per month

    The Cardinal Apartments

    Studio - 3 Beds

    4615 Forest Dr, Columbia, SC 29206

    An enviable Forest Acres address, near the heart of Columbia. Our handcrafted development with chic aesthetics, exceptional quality of life, and convenience to the best shopping and dining make us Forest Acres most sought after address!Step inside of your new home and enjoy beautiful shaker-style cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, ceiling fans, full-framed, full-width

    4615 Forest Dr, Columbia, SC 29206
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    $1,129 - $2,061 per month

    Main Street Living

    Studio - 3 Beds

    1604 Main St, Columbia, SC 29201

    Welcome home to Main Street Living!

    1604 Main St, Columbia, SC 29201
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    $850 - $937 per month

    Springwood

    Studio

    7128 Parklane Rd, Columbia, SC 29223

    Welcome to Springwood, where convenience, style, and comfort enhance your apartment living experience. Our apartments in Columbia, SC, have everything you need to both live simply and thrive in a setting that naturally feels like home. Enjoy access to a variety of restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment to get a taste of the vibrant neighborhood that surrounds you. You will experience the

    7128 Parklane Rd, Columbia, SC 29223
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    $850 per month

    Broad View

    Studio

    1335 Garner Ln, Columbia, SC 29210

    Broad View Apartments in Columbia, SC, is home to a fantastic location where endless opportunities for work and play collide. At our Columbia apartments, you’ll find yourself surrounded by an amenity-rich community and beautiful scenery. Experience one of the best destinations for embracing all living in South Carolina has to offer. Enjoy a prime neighborhood with easy commutes and the perfect

    1335 Garner Ln, Columbia, SC 29210
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    $1,685 - $2,760 per month

    Devine District

    Studio - 3 Beds

    2712 Lee St, Columbia, SC 29205

    Meticulously curated with you in mind, Devine District is exquisite functionality at its finest. Situated near downtown Columbia, South Carolina, our smoke-free, pet-friendly community is designed for productive days and social nights. We invite you establish roots in one of our 1 or 2 bedroom homes.

    2712 Lee St, Columbia, SC 29205
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    $650 - $1,050 per month

    Acasa Tropical Ridge

    Studio - 2 Beds

    167 Stoneridge Dr, Columbia, SC 29210

    Make home your favorite place to be with Acasa Tropical Ridge Apartments in Columbia, SC! Experience the convenience of a home with local city benefits and the comfort of knowing our community was built with the utmost quality in mind. In addition to a thriving neighborhood, you'll have close access to shopping, dining, parks, and local entertainment. Spend weekends exploring the natural world

    167 Stoneridge Dr, Columbia, SC 29210
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    $800 - $1,313 per month

    Cypress Run

    Studio - 3 Beds

    3430 Broad River Rd, Columbia, SC 29210

    Cypress Run in Columbia, South Carolina is a quiet community on Broad River Road that offers beautifully renovated and spacious studio, 1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartment homes! We are a pet-friendly community with an on-site pool, fitness center, laundry facilities. Our homes offer spacious kitchens with dishwasher, garbage disposal, refrigerator and oven, private patios or balconies, W/D connections,

    3430 Broad River Rd, Columbia, SC 29210
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    $849 - $1,299 per month

    Colonial Pointe Apartments

    Studio - 3 Beds

    7648 Garners Ferry Rd, Columbia, SC 29209

    Experience affordable living with exceptional amenities and newly renovated interiors designed to meet your needs at Colonial Pointe Apartments in Columbia, South Carolina!Choose from studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments featuring modern upgrades such as durable LVP flooring, fresh paint, stylish white cabinetry, new countertops, and energy-efficient appliances.Our

    7648 Garners Ferry Rd, Columbia, SC 29209
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    $1,447 - $4,062 per month

    Sola Station

    Studio - 3 Beds

    325 Taylor St, Columbia, SC 29201

    Find your new apartment home along Columbia's Favorite Riverfront Destination! Schedule your tour today.Find your next home at Sola Station, Columbia's favorite riverfront destination! Here, you'll enjoy high-end apartments complete with modern kitchens with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops, open-concept floor plans, large walk-in closets, and more. Plus, our

    325 Taylor St, Columbia, SC 29201
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    $789 - $1,194 per month

    Towers at Forest Acres

    Studio - 3 Beds

    2050 N Beltline Blvd, Columbia, SC 29204

    The Towers at Forest Acres is very special. It offers condominium style living for lease in two mid-rise buildings located in the heart of the highly acclaimed Forest Acres neighborhood. At the Towers at Forest Acres you can enjoy all the flavor and conveniences of the city without having to give up the serenity of the country. Enjoy beautifully landscaped grounds and a luxurious pool area hidden

    2050 N Beltline Blvd, Columbia, SC 29204
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    $1,275 - $1,749 per month

    Claussens

    Studio

    2003 Greene St, Columbia, SC 29205

    A Columbia Icon, Reinvented! With high ceilings, historic steel and brick elements, spiral staircases, private courtyards and oodles of character, the history and evolution of this building has primed it up perfectly for the next era of its redevelopment - 29 boutique apartment homes, no two alike, right in the heart of the Five Points neighborhood. *All Applicants must be at least 21 years of

    2003 Greene St, Columbia, SC 29205
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    $1,350 - $2,600 per month

    Senate Plaza

    Studio - 3 Beds

    1520 Senate St, Columbia, SC 29201

    Senate Plaza is an upscale downtown condominium complex with breathtaking views. Living at Senate Plaza gives you more time to enjoy what city living is all about. Take advantage of an ideal location that meets the demands of your busy schedule. Walk to the Capital, USC and Five Points. The new USC Law School and McMasters College are right across the street. Enjoy the thriving Vista area, with

    1520 Senate St, Columbia, SC 29201
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    $800 - $900 per month

    Claire Tower

    Studio - 1 Bed

    1041 Marion St, Columbia, SC 29201

    Come home to the quiet relaxation of Claire Tower. Private and luxurious it is located next to USC and the capital. Claire Tower is perfectly located near major freeways with access to downtown, shopping, medical facilities, and recreation. Experience the ease of deluxe apartment living amid beautifully landscaped grounds. You'll have the time to pursue your interests while enjoying

    1041 Marion St, Columbia, SC 29201
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    $1,700 - $2,600 per month

    Mill Creek Manor Senior Living

    Studio - 2 Beds

    651 Polo Rd, Columbia, SC 29223

    Discover a beautiful apartment community in Columbia, South Carolina.Renowned for our convenient location, spacious apartments, and a welcoming team, Mill Creek Manor has a lot to offer.- dining, utilities, a clubhouse and activities to name a fewOur neighborhood offers a small town feel with all the conveniences of big city living—shopping and dining, a commitment to the arts, and

    651 Polo Rd, Columbia, SC 29223
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    $1,499 per month

    • Studio
    • 1 Bath
    • 300 Sq Ft
    • Furnished Studio-Columbia - West - Stoneridge Dr.

    180 Stoneridge Dr, Columbia, SC 29210

    Enjoy a fully furnished studio suite in our hotel at an affordable rate with free wi-fi, free utilities and free premium cable. Each studio suite has a full kitchen with full-size refrigerator, stovetop and microwave, and has a flexible workspace and plenty of storage. All our hotels are pet-friendly and have on-site guest laundry available. Plus, there are no long-term commitments and you can

    180 Stoneridge Dr, Columbia, SC 29210
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    $1,439 per month

    • Studio
    • 1 Bath
    • 300 Sq Ft
    • Furnished Studio-Columbia - Ft. Jackson

    5430 Forest Dr, Columbia, SC 29206

    Enjoy a fully furnished studio suite in our hotel at an affordable rate with free wi-fi, free utilities and free premium cable. Each studio suite has a full kitchen with full-size refrigerator, stovetop and microwave, and has a flexible workspace and plenty of storage. All our hotels are pet-friendly and have on-site guest laundry available. Plus, there are no long-term commitments and you can

    5430 Forest Dr, Columbia, SC 29206
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    $1,396 per month

    • Studio
    • 1 Bath
    • 300 Sq Ft
    • Furnished Studio-Columbia - West - Interstate 126

    450 Gracern Rd, Columbia, SC 29210

    Enjoy a fully furnished studio suite in our hotel at an affordable rate with free wi-fi, free utilities and free premium cable. Each studio suite has a full kitchen with full-size refrigerator, stovetop and microwave, and has a flexible workspace and plenty of storage. All our hotels are pet-friendly and have on-site guest laundry available. Plus, there are no long-term commitments and you can

    450 Gracern Rd, Columbia, SC 29210
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    $2,489 per month

    • Studio
    • 1 Bath
    • 300 Sq Ft
    • Furnished Studio-Columbia - Harbison

    1170 Kinley Rd, Irmo, SC 29063

    Enjoy a fully furnished studio suite in our hotel at an affordable rate with free wi-fi, free utilities and free premium cable. Each studio suite has a full kitchen with full-size refrigerator, stovetop and microwave, and has a flexible workspace and plenty of storage. All our hotels are pet-friendly and have on-site guest laundry available. Plus, there are no long-term commitments and you can

    1170 Kinley Rd, Irmo, SC 29063
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    $925 - $1,150 per month

    Capri

    Studio - 2 Beds

    4425 E Chapel St, Columbia, SC 29205

    4425 E Chapel St, Columbia, SC 29205

Why Live in Columbia

Columbia's extensive outdoor recreation system includes the 15-mile Three Rivers Greenway for walking and biking, plus kayaking opportunities on the Congaree, Broad, and Saluda rivers. The nationally acclaimed Riverbanks Zoo and Garden draws visitors year-round, while Congaree National Park provides hiking trails through old-growth bottomland forest. The city's dining scene features distinctive restaurants like Motor Supply Co. Bistro, serving farm-to-table New American cuisine, and Black Rooster, offering French-American fare with skyline views.

The housing market in Columbia presents diverse options across price points. The median sale price for homes is $252,000, with median single-family home prices ranging from $290,000 in Rosewood to $785,000 in Heathwood. Lake Katherine commands median single-family home prices of $404,500, while Congaree Vista's median reaches $450,000. Condominiums provide more affordable options, with median prices of $149,900 for one-bedroom units and $165,000 for two-bedroom units.

Columbia's cost of living sits 10.5% below the national average. A family with school-age children needs approximately $95,000 annually to live comfortably, while renters require about $51,000. The property tax rate in Richland County is 0.7%, lower than Augusta, Georgia at 0.88% but higher than Charleston at 0.41%. The combined sales tax rate is 7.50%.

The education system includes highly rated institutions like Dutch Fork Middle School and Dutch Fork High School. Private options include Hammond School and Saint Joseph Catholic School, both rated A plus by Niche. The University of South Carolina, Benedict College, and Columbia College provide higher education opportunities. Columbia's location allows easy access to major destinations, with Charleston 116 miles away and Charlotte 94 miles away.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most popular neighborhoods in Columbia, SC for renters?
The most popular neighborhood in Columbia, SC for renters is Saint Andrews.
What are the most popular zip codes in Columbia, SC for renters?
The most popular zip codes in Columbia, SC for renters include 29201 and 29210.
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