Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Columbia Neighborhood of Columbia, MD (107 Rentals)

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Versa
$1,936 - $11,691
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Versa

10101 Twin Rivers RdColumbia, MD 21044
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The Westley
$2,177 - $11,500
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The Westley

10000 Town Center AveColumbia, MD 21044
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Marlow
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$2,014 - $5,512
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Marlow

6200 Valencia LnColumbia, MD 21044
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Vista Wilde Lake
$1,950 - $3,610
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Vista Wilde Lake

5421 Lynx LnColumbia, MD 21044
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Juniper
$1,998 - $4,162
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Juniper

6000 Merriweather DrColumbia, MD 21044
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Lakehouse
$2,496 - $4,166
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Lakehouse

10201 Wincopin CirColumbia, MD 21044
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10X Columbia Town Center
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$1,957 - $3,182
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10X Columbia Town Center

10360 Swift Stream PlColumbia, MD 21044
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property at 9485 Good Lion Rd

$3,400

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4 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for Rent

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9485 Good Lion Rd

ColumbiaMD21045
property at 5307 Tarkington Pl

$3,300

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3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Aug 1

5307 Tarkington Pl

ColumbiaMD21044
property at 6026 Cedar Wood Dr

$2,650

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3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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6026 Cedar Wood Dr

ColumbiaMD21044
property at 11410 Little Patuxent Pky

$1,910

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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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11410 Little Patuxent Pky, Unit 1007

11410 Little Patuxent Pky
ColumbiaMD21044

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States including Downtown Columbia, Columbia, and the greater Baltimore area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and convenient access to the outdoors, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Family-Friendly Rating

Renting for your family? this part of town has a reputation as a good residential submarket for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. These features include things like green spaces, playgrounds, extra living spaces, features for pets, and having the best education opportunities available.

Outdoors Rating

Are you somebody that needs to live with access to parks and greenspace? this neighborhood is a highly-rated residential neighborhood for the outdoors, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

Downtown Columbia is one of our favorite higher-end submarkets in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like shared social spaces, lounges, pools, on-site concierge services, park access, and amenities like granite countertops, range hoods, and high-end appliances. Other luxury items often include wood-burning fireplaces, tennis courts, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.

Pet Friendly Rating

Pet owners, listen up! this section of Baltimore ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Columbia

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Downtown Columbia area of Columbia, MD?

As of today, July 30, 2026, there are currently 107 available Downtown Columbia apartments priced from $1,350 to $5,512, with an average monthly rent of $2,435.

How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Columbia?

There are currently 8 Studio Apartments in Downtown Columbia with rent ranges from $1,936 to $2,073 with an average price of $1,996.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Columbia Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Columbia ranges from $1,350 to $3,610 with an average monthly rent of $2,145.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Columbia cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Columbia range from $1,411 to $5,512. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,506.

How expensive are Downtown Columbia Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 29 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Columbia on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,180 to $4,870 - averaging $3,154 for the location.

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