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9325 Matador Rd, Unit A
9325 Matador RdColumbia, MD 21045
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Monarch Mills Apartments
7213-7233 Oakland Mills RdColumbia, MD 21046
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Columbia Commons
7601 Woodpark LnColumbia, MD 21046
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Madison at Eden Brook
7310 Eden Brook DrColumbia, MD 21046
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Legacy at Twin Rivers
10401 Twin Rivers RdColumbia, MD 21044
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Clarys Crossing
11311 Little Patuxent PkyColumbia, MD 21044
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Autumn Crest
5664 Stevens Forest RdColumbia, MD 21045
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The Hamilton at Kings Place
7525 Murray Hill RdColumbia, MD 21046
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The Timbers at Long Reach
8782 Cloudleap CtColumbia, MD 21045
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The Bluffs at Clary's Forest Apartments
12100 Little Patuxent PkyColumbia, MD 21044
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Columbia Landing Apartments
8905 Tamar DrColumbia, MD 21045
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The Brook At Columbia
5361 Brook WayColumbia, MD 21044
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Harpers Forest
5980 Turnabout LnColumbia, MD 21044
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Sierra Woods Apartments
8712 Airybrink LnColumbia, MD 21045
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Park View at Columbia
7070 Cradlerock WayColumbia, MD 21045
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Waverly Winds
10339 Twin Rivers RdColumbia, MD 21044
10902 Swansfield Rd
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The Bluffs at Fairway Hills Apartments
4965 Columbia RdColumbia, MD 21044
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The Bluffs at Hawthorn
10401 Hickory Ridge RdColumbia, MD 21044
10596 Twin Rivers Rd
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9350 Canterbury Riding
LaurelMD20723
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Ellicott Gardens II
5505 Waterloo RdEllicott City, MD 21043
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Selborne House of Dorsey Hall, Senior Living
5320 Dorsey Hall DrEllicott City, MD 21042
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Morningside Park Apartments - 62+ Senior Living
9950 Guilford RdJessup, MD 20794
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6636 Isle of Skye Dr
6636 Isle of Skye DrHighland, MD 20777
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The Seasons
9220 Old Lantern WayLaurel, MD 20723
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The Elms at Falls Run
8401 Oakton LnEllicott City, MD 21043
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Gateway Village Apartments
9978 Guilford RdJessup, MD 20794
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4659 Montgomery Rd
4659 Montgomery RdEllicott City, MD 21043
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9078 Washington Street
9078 Washington StSavage, MD 20763
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Park View at Laurel
9895 Palace Hall DrLaurel, MD 20723
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Columbia, MD Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Columbia?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Cheap Columbia Studio Apartments | $1,938 | $1,756 | $2,358 |
| Cheap Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,970 | $1,067 | $3,150 |
| Cheap Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,303 | $1,616 | $5,292 |
| Cheap Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,902 | $1,518 | $4,895 |
| Cheap Columbia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,717 | $2,400 | $6,120 |
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Cheapest Available Columbia Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Columbia, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Selborne House of Dorsey Hall, Senior Living in the Taylor Village neighborhood priced from $1,075. Morningside Park Apartments - 62+ Senior Living in the Jones Station neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,161. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Columbia apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Selborne House of Dorsey Hall, Senior Living | The Dogwood | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Morningside Park Apartments - 62+ Senior Living | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,161 |
| Monarch Mills Apartments | Lantana - 62+ | 1BR,1BA | $1,390 |
| The Seasons | Buttercup | 1BR,1BA | $1,418 |
| Madison at Eden Brook | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,499 |
| Legacy at Twin Rivers | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1,518 |
| The Timbers at Long Reach | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| The Bluffs at Clary's Forest Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| Columbia Landing Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,575 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia, MD
As of March 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Columbia area is the $1.53 price per square foot The Centennial Model at Dorsey Overlook in the in the Taylor Village neighborhood starting from $3,799. The second greatest value Columbia apartment is the 4659 Montgomery Rd Model at 4659 Montgomery Rd starting at $1,600 with a $1.07 price per square foot in the Taylor Village 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. |
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| Dorsey Overlook | The Centennial | 3BR,3BA | $1.53 |
| 4659 Montgomery Rd | 4659 Montgomery Rd | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Ellicott Gardens | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.98 |
| Autumn Crest | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.66 |
| The Flats at River Mill | 2 Bed 2 Bath River View | 2BR,2BA | $2.03 |
| Columbia Landing Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| The Hamilton at Kings Place | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| The Apartments at Tamar Meadow | 1BR 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| The Timbers at Long Reach | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| Morningside Park Apartments - 62+ Senior Living | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
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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.
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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 Marlow listed at $1,756.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Columbia Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Columbia Apartment is $1,075 at Selborne House of Dorsey Hall, Senior Living.
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 $1,699 at Harpers Forest.
What is the most affordable Columbia Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Columbia Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Legacy at Twin Rivers and starts from $1,518.
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