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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Columbia, MD from $400 (17 Rentals)
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Monarch Mills Apartments
7213-7233 Oakland Mills RdColumbia, MD 21046
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9345 Reader Ln, Unit A
9345 Reader LnColumbia, MD 21045
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8712 Airybrink LnColumbia, MD 21045
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Park View at Columbia
7070 Cradlerock WayColumbia, MD 21045
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Forest Ridge
5890 Stevens Forest RdColumbia, MD 21045
10850 Green Mountain Cir
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Waverly Winds
10339 Twin Rivers RdColumbia, MD 21044
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Ellicott Gardens II
5505 Waterloo RdEllicott City, MD 21043
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Ellicott Gardens
5505 Waterloo RdEllicott City, MD 21043
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Selborne House of Dorsey Hall, Senior Living
5320 Dorsey Hall DrEllicott City, MD 21042
9056 Washington St
SavageMD20763
6636 Isle of Skye Dr
HighlandMD20777
6636 Isle of Skye Dr, Unit 7
6636 Isle of Skye Dr
HighlandMD20777
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Morningside Park
9950 Guilford RdJessup, MD 20794
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Columbia Studio Apartments | $1,905 | $1,709 | $2,279 |
| Cheap Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,959 | $489 | $3,150 |
| Cheap Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,265 | $586 | $7,660 |
| Cheap Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,825 | $677 | $4,767 |
| Cheap Columbia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,461 | $2,820 | $6,611 |
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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 $1,315. Monarch Mills Apartments in the Jones Station neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,390. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Columbia apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Selborne House of Dorsey Hall, Senior Living | The Ash | 1BR,1BA | $1,315 |
| Monarch Mills Apartments | Lantana - 62+ | 1BR,1BA | $1,390 |
| The Seasons | Marigold | 1BR,1BA | $1,446 |
| Aspen at Lake Trail | 1 BEDROOM JR | 1BR,1BA | $1,490 |
| The Bluffs at Clary's Forest Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,521 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia, MD
As of January 26, 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, Unit Apt 2 starting at $2,400 with a $1.60 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, Unit Apt 2 | 4659 Montgomery Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Robinson Overlook | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| Poplar Glen | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.06 |
| The Greens at Columbia Apartments | 2BR 2BA (1080sf) | 2BR,2BA | $1.97 |
| Orchard Crossing Apartments | 2 Bedroom Standard | 2BR,2BA | $1.76 |
| The Flats at River Mill | 2 Bed 2 Bath River View | 2BR,2BA | $2.03 |
| The Apartments at Tamar Meadow | 2BR 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Columbia Landing Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Madison at Eden Brook | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
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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 $1,784.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Columbia Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Columbia Apartment is $1,315 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 $1,640 at The Timbers at Long Reach.
What is the most affordable Columbia Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Columbia Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Robinson Overlook and starts from $1,616.
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