
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Columbia, CT from $600 (48 Rentals)
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94 Hayden St

Amston Village - Active 55+

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324 Valley St

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Colonial Townhouse Apartments

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Mount Vernon Apartments

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Meadow Ridge Apartment Homes

297 Stafford Rd

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Meadowbrook Gardens
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Pembrooke Court Apartments

Residences on Main

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Norwegian Wood

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208-210 Main

164 Oak St

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Country Place

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Ledgecrest Apartments

120 North St

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Highland Apartments
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Willington Village Apartments

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Ashford Hills

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Northgate/Southgate

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Brook Haven

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Lofts at the Mills

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Ivy Garden Apartments

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Clocktower and Velvet Mill Apartments

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Woodbrook Townhomes

Orchard Acres Apartments 0.1 mile from Campus
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The Grand Lofts

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Colchester Estates

59 Stone Pond Rd

Cedarwoods

South Park

Mar-Lea Park Apartments

151-163 Oak St

Oakridge Apartments

Renwood Apartments
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24 West Rd

460 Woodbridge St

Woods Edge

Oxford Place

13 -3 Kent Ct

13 White Oak Rd

14 White Oak Rd

Four Seasons of Colchester

200 Laura Ln
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8 White Oak Rd

489 Middle Tpke E

33 Baxter Rd
Columbia, CT Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Columbia?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia Studio Apartments | $1,354 | $1,100 | $1,395 |
| Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,676 | $710 | $2,341 |
| Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,110 | $864 | $2,998 |
| Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,857 | $650 | $2,828 |
| Columbia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,650 | $2,100 | $3,200 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Columbia, CT
Pricing Updated: 07/29/2026Current apartment rentals in the Columbia, CT area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Columbia Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Andover Coventry | $3,000 | $1,200 | 14 |
Cheapest Available Columbia Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Columbia, CT is a Studio unit found at Colonial Townhouse Apartments in the Mansfield Tolland Willington neighborhood priced from $1,100. Meadowbrook Gardens in the Mansfield Tolland Willington neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,215. 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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| Colonial Townhouse Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| Meadowbrook Gardens | 3X3C | 3BR,3BA | $1,215 |
| Pembrooke Court Apartments | 139-B Hilliard Street | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Norwegian Wood | 2 Bed Traditional - Electric Heat | 2BR,1BA | $1,340 |
| Mar-Lea Park Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Knollwood | Spacious 1 Bedroom Apartment Near UConn | Reduc... | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| 164 Oak St | 168-170 | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Ledgecrest Apartments | 1x1 575 | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia, CT and Nearby
As of July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Columbia area is the $0.45 price per square foot 736 Main St Model at 736 Main St in the in the Northwest New London Colchester neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Columbia apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 bath Townhome Model at Fox Hill Commons starting at $2,330 with a $1.97 price per square foot in the Vernon neighborhood. 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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| 736 Main St | 736 Main St | 3BR,2BA | $0.45 |
| Fox Hill Commons | 2 Bedroom 1 bath Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.97 |
| Meadowbrook Gardens | 2X2AB | 2BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| Woodlawn Apartments | 3 Bedroom Full Remodel | 3BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Colchester Estates | 410 | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Ivy Garden Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| 164 Oak St | 168-170 | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| 324 Valley St | 324 Valley St | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| 323 Valley St, Unit 2 | 323 Valley St | 3BR,1BA | $0.81 |
| Lofts at the Mills | Midtown | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
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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 $1,240 at Colonial Townhouse Apartments.
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 $1,340 at Norwegian Wood.
What is the most affordable Columbia Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Columbia Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Meadowbrook Gardens and starts from $1,215.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
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