
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Columbia, CT from $800 (51 Rentals)
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13 Spring St

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Amston Village - Active 55+

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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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Pembrooke Court Apartments

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South Park

123 Valley St
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Norwegian Wood

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208-210 Main

120 North St

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Ledgecrest Apartments

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Clocktower and Velvet Mill Apartments

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Country Place

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Highland Apartments

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Brook Haven

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Renwood Apartments

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Orchard Acres Apartments 0.1 mile from Campus
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Northgate/Southgate

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Ivy Garden Apartments

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Manchester Green

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87 Birch St, Unit 87 Birch st

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Lofts at the Mills

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Ashford Hills

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Woodbrook Townhomes

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The Grand Lofts

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Colchester Estates

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Wyndham Park
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Florence Mill

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The Manchester Apartment Homes

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Apex Townhomes

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736 Main St

Cedarwoods

Oakridge Apartments

Mar-Lea Park Apartments

151-163 Oak St

Woods Edge

Willington Village Apartments
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341 Deepwood Dr

8 White Oak Rd

Oxford Place

Woodlawn Apartments

Four Seasons of Colchester

79 Owens Ln

804 Main St

489 Middle Tpke E

736 Main St

1 Scanlon Ter
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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 | $1,269 | $995 | $1,385 |
| Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,662 | $800 | $2,250 |
| Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,959 | $836 | $2,851 |
| Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,200 | $1,400 | $2,543 |
| Columbia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,250 | $2,250 | $2,250 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Columbia, CT
Pricing Updated: 09/13/2026Current apartment rentals in the Columbia, CT area range in price from $1,075 to $5,600 with an overall median price of $2,400. 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 | $2,400 | $1,075 | 20 |
Cheapest Available Columbia Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Columbia, CT is a 1 Bed unit found at Pembrooke Court Apartments in the Spencer neighborhood priced from $1,250. South Park in the Keeney neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,275. 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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| Pembrooke Court Apartments | 139-B Hilliard Street | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| South Park | 40 Olcott Street #318 | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| Mar-Lea Park Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| 208-210 Main | Studio - 41 Garden St. East Hartford, CT | Studio,1BA | $1,385 |
| Woods Edge | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Ledgecrest Apartments | 1x1 575 | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Clocktower and Velvet Mill Apartments | VM1aL-MD | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Brook Haven | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,540 |
| Orchard Acres Apartments 0.1 mile from Campus | 1 Bedroom Bottom Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia, CT and Nearby
As of September 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Columbia area is the $1.97 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1 bath Townhome Model at Fox Hill Commons in the in the Vernon neighborhood starting from $2,340. The second greatest value Columbia apartment is the 2X2AB Model at Meadowbrook Gardens starting at $1,559 with a $1.51 price per square foot in the Mansfield Tolland Willington 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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| Fox Hill Commons | 2 Bedroom 1 bath Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.97 |
| Meadowbrook Gardens | 2X2AB | 2BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| Lofts at the Mills | Nolita | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Colchester Estates | Colchester 2 Bed x 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Clocktower and Velvet Mill Apartments | VM1aL-MD | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| 324 Valley St, Unit 30 | 324 Valley St | 1BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Ivy Garden Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Ashford Hills | Ashford 2B1B | 2BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| The Den Cedar Ridge (student) | 2x1C | 2BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| South Park | 141-B Sycamore Lane | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Columbia Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Columbia?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Columbia is at 208-210 Main listed at $1,385.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Columbia Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Columbia Apartment is $1,250 at Pembrooke Court 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 $1,450 at Woods Edge.
What is the most affordable Columbia Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Columbia Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lofts at the Mills and starts from $2,413.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
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.

Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!
Written by: Robin Stewart
Where do you see yourself? When you think of home, sweet home, are you in a 3/2 apartment? Dreaming of a tall townhome? Maybe an industrial loft heavy on cool vibes is on your visioning board.

Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags
Written by: Robin Stewart
Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
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