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5441 Columbia Rd

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Largest Available Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Columbia, MD is found at Country Meadows Apartments in the Jones Station neighborhood and is 1,105 square feet priced from $1,850. TENmflats in the Patuxent Chase neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,056 square feet and currently listed start at $2,543. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Columbia:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Country Meadows Apartments1BR/1BA Family Rm1,105 Sq Ft$1,850
TENmflatsM.12b1/den1,056 Sq Ft$2,543
Aspen at Lake Trail1BR 1 BA Den994 Sq Ft$1,740
Bowling Brook ApartmentsThe Arundel - One-bedroom & Den989 Sq Ft$2,192
Paragon At Columbia OverlookSeneca943 Sq Ft$2,154
The Flats at River Mill1 Bed 1 Bath940 Sq Ft$1,735
The Apartments at Tamar Meadow1BR 1BA914 Sq Ft$1,857
Verde at Howard Square EastConeflower East912 Sq Ft$1,888
Sherwood CrossingA1D904 Sq Ft$1,657
Gramercy at Town CenterAD2R900 Sq Ft$2,287

Cheapest Available Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of October 04, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Columbia, MD is the Marigold Model starting from $1,367 at The Seasons in the Jones Station neighborhood. The second most affordable Columbia 1 Bedroom is the Lantana Model at Monarch Mills Apartments starting at $1,390 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Columbia is currently $1,893. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Columbia:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The SeasonsMarigold$1,367
Monarch Mills ApartmentsLantana$1,390
The Timbers at Long Reach1 Bedroom, 1 Bath$1,435
Columbia Landing Apartments1 Bedroom$1,457
Aspen at Lake Trail1 BR 1 BA JR$1,490
The Bluffs at Clary's Forest ApartmentsOne bedroom$1,521
Clarys CrossingCamden$1,545
The Hamilton at Kings PlaceA1$1,549
Madison at Eden BrookA1$1,595

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Columbia Overview

Apartments in Columbia are situated close to shopping, recreation, restaurants, and more. The designers of Columbia wanted to create pleasant place to live, and they certainly succeeded! The community is less hectic than Baltimore, but it is within easy driving distance to the hustle and bustle of Baltimore.

Why live in Columbia, MD?

The city was specifically planned with a noble idea in mind: to enhance the quality of life of its inhabitants, and it does just that. Apartments in Columbia are close to a wide array of working opportunities in a variety of fields. The area is host to a diverse community, and has some of the best schools in the state of Maryland. Columbia was rated #1 on Time.com's list of best places to live in the United States, and dwellers in Columbia apartments can enjoy the closeness of a small neighborhood atmosphere and a low crime rate.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Columbia, MD

Ranked #35

Among cities in Maryland for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Columbia, MD

Walk Score®

47 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

40 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

35 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Columbia Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Columbia with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Columbia is at The Seasons listed at $1,367.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Columbia Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Columbia is $1,893.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Columbia Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Columbia is a 1,105 square feet unit starting from $1,850 at Country Meadows 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 2,500 sq ft.

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