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Columbia, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Columbia?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,017 | $335 | $1,751 |
Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,099 | $365 | $2,400 |
Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,271 | $755 | $1,753 |
Columbia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,379 | $921 | $1,638 |
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Cheapest Available Columbia Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Columbia, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Camellia Commons priced from $642. Forest Haven Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Columbia apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Camellia Commons | one bed | 1BR,1BA | $642 |
Forest Haven Apartments | one bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
Wuergler Village | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
Abbey Oaks Apartments | The Willow 2/1 Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $730 |
Eastgate Landing Apartments | 2 Beds | 2BR,1BA | $770 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia, AL and Nearby
As of September 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Columbia area is the $0.84 price per square foot 2 x 1 Model at The Tarragon Apartments in the starting from $989. The second greatest value Columbia apartment is the 2 Beds, 2 baths Model at Sweetwater Apartments starting at $1,015 with a $0.91 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Columbia apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Tarragon Apartments | 2 x 1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.84 |
Sweetwater Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $0.91 |
Summer Court Townhomes | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.91 |
Summerwood Apartment Homes | 2 BEDROOM 1.5 BATHROOM TOWNHOME | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.86 |
Oates Estates Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
Abbey Oaks Apartments | The Chestnut 2/1 Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $0.81 |
Barstone | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Eastgate Landing Apartments | 2 Beds | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
Camellia Commons | one bed (suite) | 1BR,1BA | $0.88 |
Forest Haven Apartments | one bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
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Walk Score®
20 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
26 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Columbia Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Columbia Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Columbia Apartment is $642 at Camellia Commons.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Columbia Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Columbia is starting from $717 at Camellia Commons.
What is the most affordable Columbia Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Columbia Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sweetwater Apartments and starts from $1,115.
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