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Apartments for Rent in Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC

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Apartments for Rent in Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC. 44 Rentals Available
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    1401 Hampton St, Columbia, SC 29201
    1 BED $1,320
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    1310 Lady Street, Columbia, SC 29201
    STUDIO $1,356+
    1 BED $1,479+
    2 BEDS $2,999+
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    1155 Lady Street, Columbia, SC 29201
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    2 BEDS $2,446
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    1101 Lady Street, Columbia, SC 29201
    1 BED $1,786+
    2 BEDS $2,939+
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    Vinebrook CLU Leads Template, Columbia, SC 11111
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    701 Gervais Street, Columbia, SC 29201
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    2 BEDS $2,280
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    600 Heyward St, Columbia, SC 29201
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    2003 Greene Street, Columbia, SC 29205
    STUDIO $1,150+
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    510 Heyward St, Columbia, SC 29201
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    1619 Heyward Street, Columbia, SC 29205
    3 BEDS $2,700
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    1606 Heyward Street, Columbia, SC 29205
    2 BEDS $1,600+
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    South Saluda Ave/South Gregg St, Columbia, SC 29205
    2 BEDS $1,600
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    721 King Street #D, Columbia, SC 29205
    1 BED $1,100
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    2617 River Drive, Columbia, SC 29201
    1 BED $805
    2 BEDS $946
    3 BEDS $1,062
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    2637 River Drive, Columbia, SC 29201
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    2146 Barhamville Road, Columbia, SC 29204
    3 BEDS $1,495
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    1105 Darlington Street, Columbia, SC 29201
    3 BEDS $1,850
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    3003 Magnolia Street, Columbia, SC 29204
    2 BEDS $650
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    2401 Barhamville Road, Columbia, SC 29204
    4 BEDS $2,100
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    #1, Greenville, SC 29609
    1 BED $1,395
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    1820 Saint Louis Ave, Columbia, SC 29204
    4 BEDS $1,790
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    3303 Abingdon Rd, Columbia, SC 29203
    3 BEDS $1,450
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    3700 N Main St, Columbia, SC 29203
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    2011 Wilkinson Street, Cayce, SC 29033
    1 BED $1,900
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    3 BEDS $2,231
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    3811 Barwick Street, Columbia, SC 29205
    3 BEDS $2,800
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Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC rent trends

Rental prices in Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC have increased by 10.65% over the past year. The average rent moved from $2,388 to $2,642.

Average rent in Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC

$2,642/mo Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC average rental price, February 2026
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The average monthly rent for an apartment in Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC is around $2,642.

    What's the typical rent budget in Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC?

    A share of 5% of apartments in Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC have the cheapest rents between ≤ $1000. Around 4% of rentals are $2,001-$2,500. Around 18% of Downtown Columbia's apartments have monthly rents between $1,001-$1,500. There are 29% of apartments with rents between $1,501-$2,000. A share of 10% of apartment rentals in Columbia are in the $2,501-$3,000 range. Meanwhile, 33% of apartment rentals in Columbia are in the > $3,000 range.

    The largest share of rentals in Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC (33%) fall between $3,000- per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in Downtown Columbia, SC

    79 /100
    Very Walkable
    54 /100
    Good Transit
    53 /100
    Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 79, Transit Score®: 54, Bike Score®: 53

    Frequently asked questions

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

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

    What are the best apartments in Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC?

    The best apartments in Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC are: The Land Bank Lofts, The Lady, The Palms on Main, The Palms 1101 and Vinebrook CLU Leads Template.

    What is the average rent in Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC?

    The average rent in Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC is $2,167.

    What is the price range for a studio apartment in Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC?

    The price range for a studio apartment in Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC is between $1,356 and $1,700.

    What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC?

    The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC is between $1,320 and $3,813.

    What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC?

    The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC is between $2,446 and $5,427.

    What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC?

    The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC is between $1,356 and $3,186.

    What type of rental buildings are in Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC?

    In Downtown Columbia 75% of the housing is rented out compared to 25% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 44% of Downtown Columbia's apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 44% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 10% are single-family rentals.

    Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC demographics

    • 3,179Total Population
    • 1,588 Female
      1,591 Male
    • 18.9Median Age

    In total, Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC has 3,179 residents, 1,588 women and 1,591 men, per U.S. Census recent estimates. Statistics show that the median age of Downtown Columbia’s population is 18.9.

    Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC households

    • 203 Family
      806 Non-family
    • 82 Children
      928 No Children
    • 1,009Total Number of Households
    • 1.72Average People Per Household
    • $32,297Median Household Income

    There is a total of 1,009 households in Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC. Of these, 82 have children and 928 are without children. Per Census Bureau’s most current estimates, 203 family households and 806 non-family households live in this area. The size of a household in Downtown Columbia is 1.72 people, on average. The median household annual income in Downtown Columbia equals $32,297, and the monthly housing costs equal $1,197.

    Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC education statistics

    According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, 1% of the population in Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC have no high school education, 18% went to high-school, and 56% have partially completed college. Moreover, 3% of the population hold an Associate Degree, 14% hold a Bachelor Degree, and 9% hold a Graduate Degree.

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