Studio Apartments for Rent in Columbia, MD (19 Rentals)

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Shalom Square
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Shalom Square

6240 Foreland GarthColumbia, MD 21045
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The Bluffs
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The Bluffs

4965-H Columbia RdColumbia, MD 21044
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Hary's Forest I
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Hary's Forest I

5900-5974 Watch Chain WayColumbia, MD 21044

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Jeffers Hill
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Jeffers Hill

6050-6166 Majors LnColumbia, MD 21045
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Concord House
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Concord House

10850 Green Mountain CirColumbia, MD 21044
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6205 Waterloo Rd
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6205 Waterloo Rd

6205 Waterloo RdEllicott City, MD 21043

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Largest Available Columbia Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in Columbia, MD is found at Juniper in the Patuxent Chase neighborhood and is 608 square feet priced from $2,026. TENmflats has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 597 square feet and currently listed start at $1,931. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Columbia:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
JuniperSM-2.02608 Sq Ft$2,026
TENmflatsM.1A2A597 Sq Ft$1,931
MarlowS1514 Sq Ft$1,829

Cheapest Available Columbia Studio Apartments

As of October 16, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Columbia, MD is the S1 Model starting from $1,829 at Marlow in the Patuxent Chase neighborhood. The second most affordable Columbia Studio is the M.1A2A Model at TENmflats starting at $1,931 . The average price for all Studio apartments in Columbia is currently $1,913. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Columbia:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
MarlowS1$1,829
TENmflatsM.1A2A$1,931
JuniperSM-2.02$1,997

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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 #35

Among cities in Maryland for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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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 Studio Columbia Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Columbia with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in Columbia is at Marlow listed at $1,829.

How much is the average rent for a Studio Columbia Apartment?

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Columbia is $1,913.

What is the largest available Studio Columbia Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Columbia is a 608 square feet unit starting from $2,026 at Juniper.

What is the average size for Columbia Studio Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Studio rental in Columbia is currently 490 sq ft.

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