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Columbia, IL Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Columbia?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,273 | $850 | $1,830 |
| Columbia 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,415 | $975 | $2,479 |
| Columbia 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,015 | $1,200 | $2,545 |
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Cheapest Available Columbia Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Columbia, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Cottonwood Village in the Mount Pleasant neighborhood priced from $695. Chapel View Apartments in the Dutchtown neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Columbia apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cottonwood Village | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Chapel View Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Taravue Park | Cumberland | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Jefferson Townhomes | One Bedroom Garden | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Covington Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom and 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $881 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia, IL and Nearby
As of May 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Columbia area is the $1.19 price per square foot Standard First Floor Model at Bridgewater Apartments in the in the River Breeze Estates neighborhood starting from $1,250. The second greatest value Columbia apartment is the B9 Model at Lyon Apartments starting at $1,276 with a $1.24 price per square foot in the Mount Pleasant 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgewater Apartments | Standard First Floor | 2BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| Lyon Apartments | B9 | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| Parkshire Apartment | Wilmore | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Black Forest Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Tuscany Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| 609 S Main St, Unit A | 609 S Main St | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Covington Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom and 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Concord Place Apartments | 1 Bedoom | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Jefferson Townhomes | One Bedroom Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Cottonwood Village | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Columbia?
There are currently 52 Apartments for Rent in Columbia, IL with pricing that ranges from $635 to $1,910. There are also 32 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Columbia ranging from $850 to $2,545.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Columbia ranges from $850 to $2,545 with an average monthly rent of $1,394.
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