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Columbia, IL Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Columbia?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,063 | $699 | $1,218 |
| Columbia 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,614 | $1,050 | $2,800 |
| Columbia 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,685 | $1,320 | $2,250 |
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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 East St. Louis 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 |
| Jefferson Townhomes | One Bedroom Garden | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| 4528 Nebraska | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Covington Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom and 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia, IL and Nearby
As of July 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Columbia area is the $1.03 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at Lyon School Apartments in the in the Princeton Heights neighborhood starting from $1,517. The second greatest value Columbia apartment is the Standard Third Floor Model at Bridgewater Apartments starting at $1,175 with a $1.12 price per square foot in the River Breeze Estates 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lyon School Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.03 |
| Bridgewater Apartments | Standard Third Floor | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| Storyboard on Main | Main B1 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.20 |
| Parkshire Apartments | Willmore | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Tuscany Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 7201 Gravois | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Southfield Apartments | 1Bd/1Ba | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Covington Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom and 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Jefferson Townhomes | One Bedroom Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Cottonwood Village | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
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Best Local Schools in Columbia, IL
Parkview Elementary School
Columbia Community Unit School District 4
Public School - Grades K-5 (425)
10 out of 10
Columbia High School
Columbia Community Unit School District 4
Public School - Grades 9-12 (601)
8 out of 10
Columbia Middle School
Columbia Community Unit School District 4
Public School - Grades K-8 (610)
8 out of 10
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What type of rentals are currently available in Columbia?
There are currently 55 Apartments for Rent in Columbia, IL with pricing that ranges from $695 to $2,359. There are also 33 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Columbia ranging from $650 to $2,800.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Columbia?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Columbia ranges from $650 to $2,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,313.
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