
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Columbia, KY from $500 (37 Rentals)
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Stonehenge
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The Grasslands

Tyler Park Apartments

Ewing Point at Mount Victor

269 Old Porter Pike

10 Russell Dr

597 Harris Creek Rd

Bardstown Village Apartments

Long Run Community - Income Restricted
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4932 KY-76

403 McKenna St

702 W Columbia St

Governors Place

Meadow Pointe Apartments

230 New Oak Rd

Buckingham Apartments

101 Magnolia St

313 Frazier Ave
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310 N Franklin St

207 Frazier St

115 Humble Ave

302 Bryan St

5340 Beechwood Dr

North Pointe Apartment Homes

19 Driftwood Cir

365 Wonderland Rd

50 Driftwood Cir
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71 Driftwood Cir
Columbia, KY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Columbia?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia Studio Apartments | $795 | $795 | $795 |
| Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,131 | $600 | $2,650 |
| Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,302 | $745 | $1,940 |
| Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,675 | $950 | $2,299 |
| Columbia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,999 | $2,999 | $2,999 |
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Cheapest Available Columbia Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Columbia, KY is a 1 Bed unit found at River Valley Apartments priced from $645. River Glow Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Columbia apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Valley Apartments | 1bd/1ba small w/carpet - Second Floor | 1BR,1BA | $645 |
| River Glow Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Eagle Creek Apartments | one bdr with balcony | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Meadow Pointe Apartments | Meadow Pointe 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $759 |
| Town Pointe Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Vineland Carriage Homes Apartments | SM 2 BDRM | 2BR,2BA | $810 |
| Woodside Townhomes | 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Stonehenge | One Bed One Bath Standard | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| The Grasslands | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Tyler Park Apartments | Duplex-R | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia, KY and Nearby
As of July 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Columbia area is the $0.98 price per square foot 3x2 Model at Claysville Landing Apartment Suites in the starting from $1,325. The second greatest value Columbia apartment is the 3 BDRM GAR Model at Vineland Carriage Homes Apartments starting at $1,075 with a $0.80 price per square foot . 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Claysville Landing Apartment Suites | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $0.98 |
| Vineland Carriage Homes Apartments | 3 BDRM GAR | 3BR,2BA | $0.80 |
| Green River Lake Commons | The Dream | 3BR,2BA | $0.94 |
| BlackBranch Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.87 |
| The Grasslands | 3 Beds, 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| Woodside Townhomes | 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.81 |
| Arlington Park Apartments | 1+1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Fry Estates Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| 5850 Otte Ct | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| 269 Old Porter Pike | 2 Bedroom, 2.5 Bathrooms | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Columbia Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Columbia?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Columbia is at Town Pointe Apartments listed at $795.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Columbia Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Columbia Apartment is $645 at River Valley Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Columbia Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Columbia is starting from $745 at River Glow Apartments.
What is the most affordable Columbia Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Columbia Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Grasslands and starts from $950.
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