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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 | $1,587 | $1,100 | $2,145 |
| Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,679 | $710 | $2,338 |
| Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,849 | $798 | $2,650 |
| Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,806 | $1,215 | $2,772 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Columbia, CT
Pricing Updated: 01/28/2026Current 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 | $2,950 | $710 | 34 |
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. Manchester Main Apartments in the West Side neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Columbia apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colonial Townhouse Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| Manchester Main Apartments | Studio-Bristol,CT West St. | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
| Meadowbrook Gardens | 3X3C | 3BR,3BA | $1,215 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia, CT and Nearby
As of January 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Columbia area is the $1.48 price per square foot 341 Oakland Street 2BR Townhouse Model at Pembrooke Court Apartments in the in the Spencer neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value Columbia apartment is the 237 Valley St Model at 237 Valley St, Unit #30 starting at $1,550 with a $1.26 price per square foot in the Northwest New London Colchester 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pembrooke Court Apartments | 341 Oakland Street 2BR Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.48 |
| 237 Valley St, Unit #30 | 237 Valley St | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Apex Townhomes | 2 x 2.5 townhomes | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.84 |
| Ashford Hills | Ashford 3B1B | 3BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Colchester Estates | Beautiful Remodeled and Upgraded Townhouse in C... | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Lofts at the Mills | The Midtown | Studio ,1BA | $1.63 |
| Ivy Garden Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| 164 Oak St | 168-170 | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| The Den Cedar Ridge | 2x1C - Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Highland Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Columbia Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Columbia?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Columbia is under $1,495.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Columbia?
The cheapest apartment in Columbia is Colonial Townhouse Apartments which is listed at $1,240, while the average apartment in Columbia costs $2,950.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Columbia?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 14 regular apartments in Columbia that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Columbia?
Cheap apartments in Columbia have an average cost of $1,064 which is $1,886 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Columbia.
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