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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 | $1,099 | $699 | $1,650 |
| Columbia 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,560 | $850 | $1,895 |
| Columbia 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,600 | $1,600 | $1,600 |
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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 Marina Villa 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 |
| 229 W Steins St | 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $765 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia, IL and Nearby
As of April 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Columbia area is the $1.30 price per square foot 2 BDR Townhome Model at ReNew on Blues Apartments & Townhomes in the in the Green Park neighborhood starting from $1,399. 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 Princeton Heights 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| ReNew on Blues Apartments & Townhomes | 2 BDR Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.30 |
| Lyon Apartments | B9 | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| 5820 S Grand Blvd | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.80 |
| Mount Pleasant Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| 6010 S Kingshighway Blvd | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Greenway Trail Apartments | Save up to $500 off Move In Costs with your EXC... | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| 229 W Steins St | 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Black Forest Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Jefferson Townhomes | One Bedroom Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| 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 (432)
5 out of 10
Columbia High School
Columbia Community Unit School District 4
Public School - Grades 9-12 (635)
9 out of 10
Columbia Middle School
Columbia Community Unit School District 4
Public School - Grades K-8 (608)
8 out of 10
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What type of rentals are currently available in Columbia?
There are currently 56 Apartments for Rent in Columbia, IL with pricing that ranges from $695 to $2,209. There are also 31 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Columbia ranging from $699 to $1,895.
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 $699 to $1,895 with an average monthly rent of $1,298.
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