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Apartments for Rent in Columbia, SC under $1200

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Apartments for Rent in Columbia, SC under $1200. 288 Rentals Available
  • a living room with two couches and a tv
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    500 Gills Creek Pkwy, Columbia, SC 29209
    1 BED $1,160+
  • a large swimming pool with chairs around it
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    600 Heyward St, Columbia, SC 29201
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
  • a living room with a couch and chairs and a table
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    800 Beatty Road, Apt. 9C, Columbia, SC 29210
    1 BED Ask for pricing
    2 BEDS $1,099
  • a renovated kitchen with a marble counter top and stainless steel appliances
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    100 Bryton Trace, Columbia, SC 29210
    1 BED $899
    2 BEDS $1,049
  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
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    310 Ross Road, Columbia, SC 29223
    1 BED $1,085+
    2 BEDS $1,163+
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  • a living room with a couch and a fireplace
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    4501 Bentley Drive, Columbia, SC 29210
    1 BED $1,011+
    2 BEDS $1,017+
  • a living room with a couch and a chair and a table
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    100 Rice Terrace Dr, Columbia, SC 29229
    1 BED $1,135+
    2 BEDS $1,175+
  • a living room with a blue couch and a table
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    113 Paces Brook, Columbia, SC 29212
    1 BED $1,047+
  • a living room with a couch and a chair and a sliding glass door
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    1340 Longcreek Drive, Columbia, SC 29210
    1 BED $800+
    2 BEDS $1,150+
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    716 Zimalcrest Dr, Columbia, SC 29210
    STUDIO $841+
    1 BED $794+
    2 BEDS $957+
  • a kitchen and living room with a couch and a table
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    2003 Greene Street, Columbia, SC 29205
    STUDIO $1,150+
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  • an open living room with a pool table and a ceiling fan
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    1030 Atlas Road, Columbia, SC 29209
    1 BED $1,199
  • a large dining room and living room with a large table and chairs
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    4824 Smallwood Rd., Columbia, SC 29223
    1 BED $1,108+
  • an aerial view of a living room with a couch and a coffee table
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    100 Fairforest Road, Columbia, SC 29212
    1 BED Ask for pricing
    2 BEDS $1,124+
  • a living room with a fireplace and a table
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    3900 Bentley Drive, Columbia, SC 29210
    1 BED $819+
    2 BEDS $1,189+
  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
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    1200 St. Andrews Road, Columbia, SC 29210
    1 BED $965+
    2 BEDS $1,140+
  • a spacious living room with white walls and a carpeted floor
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    3406 Fernandina Road, Columbia, SC 29210
    2 BEDS $1,195+
  • a living room with a couch and a stone fireplace
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    169 Brook Pines Drive, Columbia, SC 29210
    STUDIO $557+
    1 BED $764+
    2 BEDS $846+
  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
    Today

    751 Mallet Hill Road, Columbia, SC 29223
    1 BED $986+
    2 BEDS $1,174+
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a sink and a refrigerator
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    47 Canal Drive, Columbia, SC 29210
    2 BEDS $1,145
  • the fowler company real estate logo
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    721 King Street #D, Columbia, SC 29205
    1 BED $1,100
  • a living room with a table and chairs and a fireplace
    Today

    350 Powell Road, Columbia, SC 29203
    1 BED $1,068+
  • the fowler company real estate logo
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    3003 Magnolia Street, Columbia, SC 29204
    2 BEDS $650
  • a living room and dining room with a glass table
    Today

    105 Hillpine Road, Columbia, SC 29212
    1 BED $1,100+
  • a street sign with the word neighbors on it
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    7519-A Pell Street, Columbia, SC 29209
    2 BEDS $800
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Getting around in Columbia, SC

19 /100
Car-Dependent
29 /100
Somewhat Bikeable
Walk Score®: 19, Bike Score®: 29

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Columbia, SC last updated?

Prices and availability in Columbia, SC were last updated on 12 Apr 2026.

What are the best apartments in Columbia, SC?

The best apartments in Columbia, SC are: Hampton Greene Apartment Homes, Olympia Mills, Retreat at St. Andrews, Riverwalk Vista and 3825 Hearn Dr.

What type of rental buildings are in Columbia, SC?

In Columbia 53% of the housing is rented out compared to 47% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 17% of Columbia's apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 59% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 22% are single-family rentals.

Renting apartments in Columbia, SC under $1,200

Searching for apartments for rent in Columbia, SC under $1,200 is not an easy task, but luckily you have come to the right place. Whether you are a student on a budget, a young professional on the move, or simply a frugal person, RentCafe can help you find what you are looking for. Just make sure you know what you consider non-negotiable and what you can compromise on. Your new home is just a few clicks away. In Columbia, SC, where the average rent is $1,233 per month, there are 288 units available for less than $1,200. Click on any of these units to see pictures, floor plans, amenities and more. After you have picked your favorite, you can contact the property to check availability. Considering that you are trying to spend as little as possible, looking at 1 bedroom apartments and studio apartments might be a good idea.

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