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Apartments for Rent in Columbia, SC under $1300

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Apartments for Rent in Columbia, SC under $1300. 354 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
    3 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • 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 house with the words images coming soon on top of it
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    3825 Hearn Dr, Columbia, SC 29223
    3 BEDS $1,225
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  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
    Today

    310 Ross Road, Columbia, SC 29223
    1 BED $1,085+
    2 BEDS $1,163+
  • a living room with a stone fireplace and a couch
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    1270 Polo Road, Columbia, SC 29223
    1 BED $1,218+
  • 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 small brick house with a sidewalk in front of it
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    4521 Corbett St, Columbia, SC 29209
    3 BEDS $1,250
  • a living room with a blue couch and a table
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    113 Paces Brook, Columbia, SC 29212
    1 BED $1,047+
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  • 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+
  • 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
    2 BEDS $1,299
  • 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+
    2 BEDS $1,233+
  • 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 kitchen with stainless steel appliances and white cabinets
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    2637 River Drive, Columbia, SC 29201
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
  • a living room with a fireplace and a table
    Today

    3900 Bentley Drive, Columbia, SC 29210
    1 BED $819+
    2 BEDS $1,189+
  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
    Today

    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+
  • an aerial view of a parking lot with cars and buildings
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    5779 Ames Road, Columbia, SC 29203
    2 BEDS $1,000
    3 BEDS $1,300
  • 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 living room with a couch and a ceiling fan
    Today

    1800 Killian Lakes Drive, Columbia, SC 29203
    1 BED $1,254+
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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 24 Feb 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 residents are renting compared to 47% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 17% of Columbia's rentals, 59% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 22% are single-family rentals.

Renting apartments in Columbia, SC under $1,300

Are you looking for a smart space where you can easily combine comfort with convenience? You will surely find the property that perfectly fits your needs with this variety of options. RentCafe offers you 354 apartments for rent in Columbia, SC from 48 modern buildings, so you’ll certainly find something suitable for you. If you want to live alone or with your partner, you might want to look for a studio or browse through our selection of 1 bedroom apartments. If you need more space but you don’t want to spend more than necessary on a monthly rent, check out our 2 bedroom or 3 bedroom apartments for less than $1,300, and make the most out of your budget.

Finding the best rental near you

Columbia, SC is an amazing place to call home, with several rentals under $1,300 for you to choose from. There are many options and filters you can apply to your search to make the process easier and to find your next apartment faster and more efficiently. Asking yourself ‘are there any cheap apartments near me’? With our helpful filters, you can easily find the home of your dreams that also fits within your budget. With rent prices as low as $557 in Columbia, SC, you can find affordable and appealing apartments that match your requirements. Sort your search by ‘Rent’ ascending to see the cheapest ones at the top of the list. As soon as you find your perfect apartment, make sure to contact the property to check for availability or apply online directly on RentCafe.

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