
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Columbia County, OR from $700 (26 Rentals)
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Sawyer Pointe Apartments

Broadleaf Arbor

409 Rose Ave

575-587 N 9th St

Blue Heron Hollow
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810 S Nehalem St

61333 Barger Rd

Fern View Mobile Home Parks

725 NW Pine St

635 SW Tichenor St

2369 Columbia Blvd
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Westlane
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Sycamore View

Big River Woodland Trail Apartments

Columbia Park Apartments

Two Rivers Apartments

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Columbia County, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Columbia County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia County Studio Apartments | $1,394 | $1,195 | $1,593 |
| Columbia County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,469 | $1,127 | $1,684 |
| Columbia County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,477 | $1,339 | $1,595 |
| Columbia County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,903 | $1,545 | $2,188 |
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Cheapest Available Columbia County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Columbia County, OR is a Studio unit found at Forest Park Apartments priced from $931. Blue Heron Hollow has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,104. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Columbia County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Park Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $931 |
| Blue Heron Hollow | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,104 |
| Broadleaf Arbor | Senior Housing - 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,127 |
| Candlelight - Modern Scappoose Apartments! | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,245 |
| St Helens Place Apartment Homes | Agate | Studio,1BA | $1,499 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia County, OR
As of May 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Columbia County area is the $1.26 price per square foot Two Bed One Bath Model at Blue Heron Hollow in the starting from $1,104. The second greatest value Columbia County apartment is the Two Bed One Bath Model at Forest Park Apartments starting at $1,332 with a $1.85 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Columbia County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Heron Hollow | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Forest Park Apartments | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Arrowsmith Apartments | 2X1 Columbia Court with onsite laundry | 2BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| Candlelight - Modern Scappoose Apartments! | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| Broadleaf Arbor | Senior Housing - 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| St Helens Place Apartment Homes | Agate | Studio ,1BA | $2.71 |
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