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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
    Today

    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
    Today

    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
    Today

    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
    Today

    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 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.

Your search for apartments in Columbia, SC under $1,300 stops here

Finding apartments for rent in Columbia, SC for less than $1,300 has never been so easy! At RentCafe nice cheap apartments are just one click away. There are currently 354 available units in Columbia, SC, renting for under $1,300. On average, $1,303 can get you 988 Sqft in this area. Be sure to search for the apartment that is best for you. Under “More”, check the amenities that you consider a must-have, and don’t forget to look at the pet policy. Fitness enthusiasts can even check the Fitness Center box. Whether you are looking for studio apartments, 1 bedroom apartments, 2 bedroom apartments or 3 bedroom apartments, you are sure to find one that will make you want to move in right away.

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