
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Columbia, MD from $700 with Washer/Dryer (54 Rentals)
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9668 Hastings Dr, Unit Master's bedroom

Legacy at Cedar Lane

Monarch Mills Apartments

Columbia Commons

Columbia Glade

Aspen at Lake Trail

Columbia Landing Apartments

Autumn Crest

Autumn Town Center
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Harpers Forest

The Vision at Parkway

Beech's Farm

The Brook At Columbia

Avalon Fairway Hills-Meadows

The Hamilton at Kings Place

Columbia Choice Apartments

Legacy at Twin Rivers

Autumn Columbia

Orchard Crossing Apartments
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Madison at Eden Brook

11410 Little Patuxent Pky, Unit 1007

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Versa

Merion

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Vista Wilde Lake

Huntington Square

Poplar Glen

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Juniper

8426 Oak Bush Terrace

Waverly Winds
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Elms Kendall Ridge

6027 Majors Ln

8854 Spiral Cut

The Seasons

Gateway Village Apartments

6636 Isle of Skye Dr, Unit 4

6636 Isle of Skye Dr, Unit Room

6636 Isle of Skye Dr

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4659 Montgomery Rd

6636 Isle of Skye Dr
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Mission Place Apartments

The Flats at River Mill

Foxborough Estates

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Sherwood Crossing

Country Meadows Apartments

Autumn Woods Apartments

Verde at Howard Square West

6636 Isle of Skye Dr, Unit 6636 Isle of Skye Drive

Verde at Howard Square East

Elms Falls Run
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia Studio Apartments | $2,189 | $1,990 | $2,639 |
| Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,052 | $1,075 | $5,864 |
| Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,361 | $1,411 | $5,512 |
| Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,009 | $1,940 | $4,870 |
| Columbia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,205 | $2,721 | $3,495 |
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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 Versa listed at $1,990.
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 $1,411 at Legacy at Cedar Lane.
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 $1,840.
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Baltimore, Maryland may have a reputation for being crime-ridden and dirty (you really hurt us, The Wire). But honestly, as a longtime resident, I have to let you in on something: that couldn't be further from the truth.

Beyond the Classroom: Discovering Baltimores Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods
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Baltimore, Maryland is an incredibly vibrant town known for some amazing colleges. I had the pleasure of growing up sandwiched between a few of them.

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There are few cities more eclectic and diverse than Baltimore, Maryland. I should know. I've lived in various parts of Baltimore for most of my life.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.