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Aspen at Lake Trail
5764 Stevens Forest RdColumbia, MD 21045
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$2,009 - $3,883Short Term Available
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Merion
12290 Green Meadow DrColumbia, MD 21044
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$2,010 - $3,050Short Term Available
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Ashton Green
5320 Cedar LnColumbia, MD 21044
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$1,967 - $2,447Short Term Available
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Huntington Square
9705 Clocktower LnColumbia, MD 21046
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$2,085 - $2,785Short Term Available
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Eagle Rock Apartments at Columbia
12020 Little Patuxent PkyColumbia, MD 21044
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$1,709 - $2,695Short Term Available
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Columbia Choice Apartments
5351 Harpers Farm RdColumbia, MD 21044
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$1,575 - $1,795Short Term Available
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Columbia Landing Apartments
8905 Tamar DrColumbia, MD 21045
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$2,009 - $3,335
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Total Monthly Price$2,009 - $3,335
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Gramercy at Town Center
10601 Gramercy PlColumbia, MD 21044
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$1,585 - $2,155Short Term Available
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Autumn Crest
5664 Stevens Forest RdColumbia, MD 21045
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$2,189Short Term Available
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Furnished Studio-Columbia - Columbia Corporate Park
8890 Stanford BlvdColumbia, MD 21045
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$1,769Short Term Available
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Furnished Studio-Columbia - Gateway Drive
6620 Eli Whitney DrColumbia, MD 21046
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$2,249Short Term Available
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Furnished Studio-Columbia - Columbia 100 Parkway
8870 Columbia 100 PkwyColumbia, MD 21045
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$2,600Short Term Available
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10300 Hickory Ridge Rd, Unit SI FL2-ID10592A
10300 Hickory Ridge RdColumbia, MD 21044
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$2,960Short Term Available
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5441 Columbia Rd, Unit SI FL1-ID10837A
5441 Columbia RdColumbia, MD 21044
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$2,950
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10300 Hickory Ridge Rd, Unit SI FL2-ID10115A
10300 Hickory Ridge RdColumbia, MD 21044
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5441 Columbia Rd, Unit SI FL1-ID11097A
5441 Columbia RdColumbia, MD 21044
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5441 Columbia Rd, Unit SI FL4-ID2289A
5441 Columbia RdColumbia, MD 21044
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10300 Hickory Ridge Rd, Unit SI FL1-ID10119A
10300 Hickory Ridge RdColumbia, MD 21044
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5441 Columbia Rd, Unit SI FL3-ID9252A
5441 Columbia RdColumbia, MD 21044
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5441 Columbia Rd, Unit SI FL3-ID8809A
5441 Columbia RdColumbia, MD 21044
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$2,960Short Term Available
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5441 Columbia Rd, Unit SI FL1-ID6854A
5441 Columbia RdColumbia, MD 21044
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$3,350
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5441 Columbia Rd, Unit SI FL1-ID6929A
5441 Columbia RdColumbia, MD 21044
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5441 Columbia Rd, Unit SI FL3-ID8396A
5441 Columbia RdColumbia, MD 21044
5441 Columbia Rd
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$2,229 - $2,745Short Term Available
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Bowling Brook Apartments
9000 Stebbing WayLaurel, MD 20723
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$1,247 - $2,783Short Term Available
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The Seasons
9220 Old Lantern WayLaurel, MD 20723
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$1,949Short Term Available
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Furnished Studio-Columbia - Laurel - Ft. Meade
8550 Washington BlvdJessup, MD 20794
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7980 Blue Stream Dr, Unit SI FL3-ID1570991P
7980 Blue Stream DrElkridge, MD 21075
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Elms Montjoy
4900 Walking Stick RdEllicott City, MD 21043
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Enclave at Emerson
8450 Upper Sky WayLaurel, MD 20723
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Columbia?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia Short-term Studio Apartments | $1,983 | $1,769 | $2,249 |
| Columbia Short-term 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,061 | $1,075 | $3,391 |
| Columbia Short-term 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,362 | $1,529 | $5,512 |
| Columbia Short-term 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,993 | $1,959 | $4,953 |
| Columbia Short-term 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,876 | $2,721 | $10,000+ |
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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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What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Columbia?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Columbia is at The Seasons listed at $1,247.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Columbia Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Columbia is $2,333.
What is the largest Short-term Columbia Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Columbia is a 1,523 square feet unit starting from $2,229 at Bowling Brook Apartments.
What is the average size for Columbia Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Columbia is currently at 766 sq ft.
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