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Paces Brook
Columbia, South Carolina, 29212
2 Bedrooms$835 - $860
3 Bedrooms$935 - $975
1 Bedroom$640 - $750
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Hunt Club Village
Columbia, South Carolina, 29223
3 Bedrooms$795
1 Bedroom$550 - $590
2 Bedrooms$650 - $685
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Columbiana Lakes
Columbia, South Carolina, 29212
1 BedroomFrom $640
3 BedroomsFrom $990
2 BedroomsFrom $770
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Columbia apartments are available in a wide variety of different neighborhoods and surrounding cities. You can easily find pet friendly apartments in Columbia using our apartment finder or search for apartment amenities like a fitness center, swimming pool or off-street parking. Make sure that you check out our apartment guide to discover all that Columbia has to offer during your rental apartment search.
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Columbia Apartment Rental Market
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Household Income
Household Income City State City Compared to State Less than $10,000 16.7% 11.8% +4.9% $10,000 to $14,999 8.4% 7.0% +1.4% $15,000 to $19,999 8.4% 7.0% +1.4% $20,000 to $24,999 7.4% 7.3% +0.1% $25,000 to $29,999 7.1% 7.1% +0.0% $30,000 to $34,999 7.2% 6.8% +0.4% $35,000 to $39,999 5.9% 6.4% -0.5% $40,000 to $44,999 4.9% 5.9% -1.0% $45,000 to $49,999 4.5% 5.2% -0.7% $50,000 to $59,999 6.9% 9.1% -2.2% $60,000 to $74,999 6.7% 9.7% -3.0% $75,000 to $99,999 6.3% 8.4% -2.1% $100,000 to $124,999 3.4% 3.7% -0.3% $125,000 to $149,999 1.6% 1.6% +0.0% $150,000 to $199,999 1.8% 1.3% +0.5% $200,000 or more 2.7% 1.5% +1.2% -
Cost of Living
Share of Household Income Spent on Rent City State City Compared to State Less than 10.0% 5.3% 7.0% -1.7% 10.0% to 14.9% 9.3% 12.0% -2.7% 15.0% to 19.9% 13.2% 14.2% -1.0% 20.0% to 24.9% 11.6% 11.9% -0.3% 25.0% to 29.9% 11.0% 8.9% +2.1% 30.0% to 34.9% 6.7% 6.5% +0.2% 35.0% to 39.9% 4.7% 4.6% +0.1% 40.0% to 49.9% 7.2% 6.3% +0.9% 50.0% or more 21.1% 16.0% +5.1% Not computed 10.0% 12.6% -2.6% -
Age Demographic of Renters
Age Demographic of Renters City State City Compared to State 15 to 24 years 19.2% 14.8% +4.4% 25 to 34 years 31.5% 28.0% +3.5% 35 to 44 years 19.4% 22.4% -3.0% 45 to 54 years 13.4% 15.1% -1.7% 55 to 64 years 6.4% 8.2% -1.8% 65 to 74 years 4.9% 5.6% -0.7% 75 to 84 years 3.8% 4.3% -0.5% 85 years and over 1.4% 1.6% -0.2% -
Travel Time to Work
Travel Time to Work City State City Compared to State Less than 30 minutes 56.3% 39.1% +17.2% 30 to 44 minutes 17.0% 25.0% -8.0% 45 to 59 minutes 5.0% 12.2% -7.2% 60 or more minutes 21.7% 23.6% -1.9%
Source: 2000 Census
ABOUT COLUMBIA & COLUMBIA APARTMENT RENTALS
Columbia lies at the confluence of three rivers just downstream from a 50,000-acre recreational lake. The city enjoys more than 300 days of sunshine per year, and has fascinating historical and cultural attractions, a world-class zoo, outdoor recreation, festivals, parks and sporting events.
COLUMBIA ATTRACTIONS
Finlay Park is one of the best known parks in the state of South Carolina. It is across the street from the Governor's Mansion and has one of the most photographed views of downtown. South Carolinians spend a lot of time in Finlay Park, enjoying festivals, political rallies, road races, and Easter services.
Check out the Columbia Canal, originally constructed between 1819 and 1824. In addition to the canal's importance as a source of water and electricity, the canal offers visitors a unique recreational facility with walking, jogging, bicycling, picnicking, and fishing.
Sesquicentennial State Park, known locally as "Sesqui," is located 13 miles northeast of downtown Columbia. The park is situated in the Sandhills region of South Carolina. Over a million years ago, the ocean extended as far inland as Aiken, Columbia, and Chesterfield in South Carolina. The Sandhills are a result of the receding and returning of the ocean four times across this area. Once a series of rolling dunes, the Sandhills are now covered by pines and scrub oak.
The 87-site camping area is located away from the activity areas in a pine forest. There’s a four-mile jogging trail and an exercise course. During the summer months, the lake swimming area, pedal boat, and canoe rentals are popular. Also, there is a year-round naturalist program and fishing in the park lake. Two nature trails offer opportunities to enjoy the natural features of the park.
Lake Murray was constructed between 1927 and 1930. The Dreher Shoals Dam formed a 50,000 acre lake in the heart of South Carolina and only a short drive from downtown Columbia. The lake covers 78 square miles with 649 miles of shoreline, where people enjoy boating, sailing, canoeing, fishing, skiing, swimming, camping and just plain fun at one of the South's most scenic playgrounds.
COLUMBIA DINING
The south always means good eating and Columbia is no exception. Saluda’s offers fine dining at its best with dishes like seared foie gras and fried green tomato. WG's Chicken Wings is the home of award winning buffalo wings with 20 flavors. Hennessy’s is another of Columbia’s fine dining establishments featuring dishes like crab stuffed portabella and coconut shrimp.
COLUMBIA NIGHTLIFE
Jungle Jim is a raucous place with a good atmosphere and loud music to dance to, while the Knock Knock Club is the place for the Greek crowd from the University of South Carolina. Delaney’s Music Pub and Eatery is a good spot for live music and the Blue Martini is a nice place to go for a more mellow night with a slightly older crowd. Salsa Cabana is only open on Friday and Saturday nights, but it is the best place to dance salsa, merengue and everything else Latin.
Average Apartment Rent in Columbia, South Carolina
| # Bedrooms | Oct | Sep | Aug | 3 Month % change |
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| Studio | N/A | $463 | N/A | N/A |
| 1 Bed | $594 | $644 | $645 | -7.9% |
| 2 Bed | $725 | $771 | $752 | -3.6% |
| 3 Bed | $858 | $902 | $906 | -5.3% |
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Columbia Apartment Rental Trends
Apartments in Columbia have competitive rents so be sure to use our apartment finder to get the best deal. In August the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Columbia apartment cost $645. If you need a roommate, try finding a 2 bedroom apartment rental. An average 2 bedroom Columbia apartment was $752 in August. The average apartment rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in August was $906. Start your apartment search by checking out some of the Atlanta rentals listed below.Featured Columbia Apartments for Rent
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$850 Three bedroom in Elgin
Elgin, SC 29045
Briarcliff EstatesBedrooms 3Baths 1.5Fencedin Yard in Briarcliff EstatesGreat house has fireplace, and the kitchen is equipped with a refrigerator and stove. The spacious backyard is fencedin, and the flooring throughout is both hardwood and carpet. Central heat air, washerdryer connections.Small pets and outdooronly pets will be conisdered with pet fee.Available now Listing ID 1066585
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Briargate
Columbia, SC 29210
At Briargate, you've found all you ever wanted in an apartment home. Convenience in St. Andrews, just minutes from uptown Columbia and only one block from I-20. Quality in construction and design, offering large one, two, three, even four-bedroom apartments in our condominium community. Amenities include fireplaces, washer and dryer connections in select units.
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Polo Commons
Columbia, SC 29223
Apartment living designed with your lifestyle in mind. Stroll around the lavishly landscaped lawns, spend an afternoon by the pool or sundeck, play a game of tennis, or exercise in our state-of-the-art fitness and aerobics center. Even work at home from our 24-hour business center, meet with customers in our conference room, or join your friends in our club theater room. Polo Commons offers luxuriously appointed one, two, and three bedroom apartment homes in a gated community. Enjoy nine foot or vaulted ceilings, fireplaces, private deck or patio, washer/dryer rooms, garden tubs, walk-in closets, ceiling fans, track lighting and more. Your new home is conveniently located near I-20 and I-77 a short ten minute drive to downtown Columbia and USC, and only five minutes to Village of Sandhills. Your apartment home is also within walking distance to athletic fields and Sesquicentennial Park.
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Raintree
Columbia, SC 29210
DISCOVER THE NEW RAINTREE . . . YOU'LL LIKE WHAT YOU SEE! You'll find a luxury, spacious apartment home to match your lifestyle. You can choose from seven floor plans all with fireplaces and private patio or balcony. Enjoy the convenience of living in the St. Andrews area, just minutes from downtown, the Columbiana Center Mall, dining and easy access to I-26, I-126 and I-20.
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Hunt Club Village
Columbia, SC 29223
EXPERIENCE OUR ADVANTAGES! These attractive apartment homes reflect a quiet and casual atmosphere while giving you the very best in amenities. Enjoy the communities pool, fitness center, Jacuzzi and lighted tennis court. Interior features include vaulted ceilings, ceiling fans, walk-in closets and an outside storage room. Come home to a community of prestige, quality and value!
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Hunter's Ridge
Columbia, SC 29210
Hunter's Ridge offers you peacefulness nestled in a beautifully landscaped area. We are only minutes from major shopping malls, entertainment, fine restaurants, and easy access to I-20 and I-26 for convenient travel anywhere. Hunter's Ridge is designed for those who want the best and most enjoyable in apartment living. Make Hunter's Ridge your new home!
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Forestbrook
West Columbia, SC 29170
Are you looking for a quiet neighborhood? How about one with a cozy creek running through its lush landscaping? Then welcome to Forestbrook. We are easily found in the Columbia area off of I-26 at exit #113. The Springdale Townhall and Community Park are near, and the Springdale Police Department is right next door to our community. Columbia Metropolitan Airport and Midlands Technical College are less than two miles away, and there are several prestigious schools to choose from in the area. We are proud to offer one, two and three bedroom apartments and two and three-bedroom town houses. Some homes feature large amounts of closet space and others have a separate kitchen and dining area. We even replaced most of our HVAC systems for your convenience! Our residents can use our picnic area and grills for a fun creek side cookout or whatever your event might be. Great Neighbors, Great Neighborhood. Come experience it!!!
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The Crestmont
Columbia, SC 29212
CLOSE TO EVERYTHING, INCLUDING PERFECTION! The Crestmont is cradled among the lakes of Harbison and is a stately reminder of the city's thriving present and exciting future. Only minutes from your door, you'll find the excitement of what Harbison has to offer, which includes a host of shopping, fine dining, and entertainment. The Crestmont offers an unprecedented style of living. Visit us at www.crestmontapts.com.
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Hunter's Way
Columbia, SC 29206
You are our first priority! Let our customer service exceed your expectations. Our warm, friendly atmosphere and professional management team will go the extra mile for you. We are located within 5 minutes of I-77, I-20, Columbia and Richland Malls, and Fort Jackson. Don't delay...your newly renovated home is ready today!
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Hamilton Mill On Bentley
Columbia, SC 29210
Nestled in a beautiful wooded setting is one of Columbia's finest apartment communities. Unique floorplans with features such as kitchen islands, fireplaces and full-size laundry rooms in all apartments. All this along with easy access to I-20, I-26, USC, Riverbanks Zoo and major medical centers and shopping malls.
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