Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Columbia, MD (17 Rentals)

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Rental terms in Columbia as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.

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TENmflats
$1,755 - $9,164Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
3 Months, 16 Months
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TENmflats

10101 Twin Rivers RdColumbia, MD 21044
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Autumn Crest
$1,570 - $2,085Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
3 Months, 6 Months, 12 Months
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Autumn Crest

5664 Stevens Forest RdColumbia, MD 21045
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The Seasons
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$1,269 - $2,878Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
3 Months, 14 Months
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The Seasons

9220 Old Lantern WayLaurel, MD 20723
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The Elms at Montjoy
Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
6 Months, 13 Months
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The Elms at Montjoy

4900 Walking Stick RdEllicott City, MD 21043

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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 #26

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Columbia Apartments

What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Columbia?

Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Columbia is at The Seasons listed at $1,269.

How much is the average rent for a Short-term Columbia Apartment?

The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Columbia is $2,465.

What is the largest Short-term Columbia Apartment for rent?

Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Columbia is a 1,656 square feet unit starting from $1,922 at Enclave at Emerson.

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 705 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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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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Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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