
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Columbia, IL (46 Rentals)


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2633 Columbia Lakes Dr

Bradington Apartments

Storyboard on Main

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The Port Apartments

Black Forest Apartments

The Oaks Apartments

Patterson Place Apartments
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Jefferson Townhomes

Taravue Park Apartments

Telegraph Crossing

Chapel View Apartments

Canyon Creek

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ReNew Cross Creek

Heritage Estates

The Vineyards

Kingston Apartments

Evergreen Manor

Cottonwood Village

4021 Iowa

Concord Place Apartments
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Oakbrook Gardens

Hunters Ridge STL

6010-20 S Kingshighway

7201 Gravois

Southfield Apartments

117 S 4th St

8125 Michigan Ave

318 Levin Dr
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6118 Vermont Ave

Gateway Accessible Housing III

Sylvan Springs Senior

Maryville Gardens III

229 W Steins St

Maryville Gardens Apartments

4528 Nebraska

7500 Morganford Rd

Tuscany Village Apartments
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Columbia?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia Studio Apartments | $761 | $695 | $849 |
| Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,060 | $695 | $1,969 |
| Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,302 | $795 | $2,489 |
| Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,416 | $1,130 | $1,604 |
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Largest Available Columbia and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Columbia, IL is found at Lyon School Apartments in the Princeton Heights neighborhood and is 1,085 square feet priced from $1,100. 6010-20 S Kingshighway has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 900 square feet and currently listed start at $1. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Columbia:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lyon School Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1,085 Sq Ft | $1,100 |
| 6010-20 S Kingshighway | 1 bed / 1 bath | 900 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
| Grant's Trail | One Bedroom - One Bath | 880 Sq Ft | $1,190 |
| ReNew Cross Creek | 1 Bed 1 Bath Washer Dryer | 858 Sq Ft | $1,379 |
| Canyon Creek | Hollow | 830 Sq Ft | $1,130 |
| 4021 Iowa | Floor Plan D | 755 Sq Ft | $1,200 |
| Greenway Trail Apartments | Save up to $500 off Move In Costs with your EXC... | 750 Sq Ft | $1,000 |
| 4528 Nebraska | 1BR/1.0BA | 750 Sq Ft | $940 |
| 7201 Gravois | 1BR/1.0BA | 700 Sq Ft | $995 |
| Southfield Apartments | 1Bd/1Ba | 700 Sq Ft | $950 |
Cheapest Available Columbia and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of June 28, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Columbia, IL is the 1 Bed, 1 bath Model starting from $695 at Cottonwood Village in the Marina Villa neighborhood. The second most affordable Columbia 1 Bedroom is the One Bedroom Garden Model at Jefferson Townhomes starting at $795 in the Lemay neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Columbia is currently $1,060. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Columbia:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Cottonwood Village | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $695 |
| Jefferson Townhomes | One Bedroom Garden | $795 |
| Telegraph Crossing | One Bedroom Deluxe | $850 |
| Covington Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom and 1 Bathroom | $892 |
| Chapel View Apartments | 1 BR | $900 |
| 4528 Nebraska | 1BR/1.0BA | $940 |
| Southfield Apartments | 1Bd/1Ba | $950 |
| 7201 Gravois | 1BR/1.0BA | $995 |
| Greenway Trail Apartments | Save up to $500 off Move In Costs with your EXC... | $1,000 |
| The Oaks Apartments | d-1-1 | $1,050 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Columbia Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Columbia Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Columbia is $1,060.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Columbia Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Columbia is a 1,085 square feet unit starting from $1,100 at Lyon School Apartments.
What is the average size for Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Columbia is currently 759 sq ft.
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