
Cheap Homes for Rent in Columbia, AL from $600 (13 Rentals)
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507 Cypress St

1002 Suzanna St

308 6th Ave

704 Melody Ln
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4888 FL-71

124 Emmons Dr

1118 Cynthia Dr

1580 S Alice St

10278 George H Grimsley Hwy

110 Edgefield Rd

500 S Woodburn Dr
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130 Lake Ave
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Columbia?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Columbia 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,078 | $775 | $2,300 |
Columbia 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,385 | $895 | $2,100 |
Columbia 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,481 | $1,050 | $1,800 |
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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 $625. Abbey Oaks Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $730. 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 | $625 |
Abbey Oaks Apartments | The Willow 2/1 Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $730 |
Eastgate Landing Apartments | Upstairs | 2BR,1BA | $770 |
Fieldcrest Apartments | Jasmine | 1BR,1BA | $790 |
Platform Dothan | Smaller 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia, AL and Nearby
As of June 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Columbia area is the $0.91 price per square foot 2 Beds, 2 baths Model at Sweetwater Apartments in the starting from $1,040. The second greatest value Columbia apartment is the 2 bd Town House Model at Colony Square Apartments starting at $870 with a $0.78 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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Sweetwater Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $0.91 |
Colony Square Apartments | 2 bd Town House | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.78 |
Summer Court Townhomes | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.89 |
Summerwood Townhomes | 2 BEDROOM 1.5 BATHROOM TOWNHOME | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.86 |
Barstone | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $0.94 |
Oates Estates Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.83 |
Virginia Terrace | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.87 |
Abbey Oaks Apartments | The Chestnut 2/1 Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $0.81 |
Eastgate Landing Apartments | Downstairs | 2BR,1BA | $0.92 |
Camellia Commons | two bed (deluxe) | 2BR,1BA | $0.86 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Columbia
What type of rentals are currently available in Columbia?
There are currently 40 Apartments for Rent in Columbia, AL with pricing that ranges from $335 to $2,400. There are also 33 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Columbia ranging from $650 to $2,300.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Columbia?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Columbia ranges from $650 to $2,300 with an average monthly rent of $1,148.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Columbia?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Columbia range from $725 to $1,845, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $895 to $2,100. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,050 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $921.
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