
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Columbia Neighborhood of Columbia, MD from $900 (22 Rentals)
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Aspen at Lake Trail

10536 Cross Fox Ln

The Verona at Oakland Mills

Autumn Crest

10570 Twin Rivers Rd

10850 Green Mountain Cir
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5937 Cedar Fern Ct

Legacy at Twin Rivers

Clarys Crossing

Harpers Forest

The Brook At Columbia

The Greens at Columbia
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5923 Tamar Dr
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Downtown Columbia, Columbia, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Columbia?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Columbia Studio Apartments | $1,927 | $1,829 | $2,048 |
Downtown Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,014 | $1,399 | $4,601 |
Downtown Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,389 | $1,675 | $5,673 |
Downtown Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,017 | $1,518 | $4,350 |
Downtown Columbia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,374 | $2,820 | $3,761 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Columbia Neighborhood of Columbia, MD.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Columbia Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Columbia area of Baltimore, MD is a 3 Beds unit found at Legacy at Twin Rivers priced from $1,518. Clarys Crossing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,545. Here are the most affordable Downtown Columbia apartments for rent in Baltimore, MD:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Legacy at Twin Rivers | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1,518 |
Clarys Crossing | Camden | 1BR,1BA | $1,545 |
Aspen at Lake Trail | 1BR 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,575 |
Harpers Forest | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,599 |
The Brook At Columbia | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,623 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Columbia, MD
As of October 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Columbia area is the $1.53 price per square foot The Centennial Model at Dorsey Overlook in the in the Taylor Village neighborhood starting from $3,799. The second greatest value Downtown Columbia apartment is the 3 Bedroom 1274 SqFt Model at Columbia Glade starting at $3,090 with a $2.43 price per square foot in the Taylor Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Columbia apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Dorsey Overlook | The Centennial | 3BR,3BA | $1.53 |
Columbia Glade | 3 Bedroom 1274 SqFt | 3BR,2BA | $2.43 |
The Greens at Columbia | 2BR 2BA (1080sf) | 2BR,2BA | $1.99 |
Autumn Crest | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.78 |
Aspen at Lake Trail | 1BR 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
Cedar Place | Walnut | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
Harpers Forest | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.36 |
Columbia Choice Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
10X Columbia Town Center | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.36 |
Clarys Crossing | Camden | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Columbia, Columbia, MD
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Getting Around the Downtown Columbia Neighborhood in Columbia, MD
Walk Score®
73 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
65 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
50 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Columbia Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Columbia?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Columbia is at Marlow listed at $1,829.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Columbia Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Columbia Apartment is $1,545 at Clarys Crossing.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Columbia Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Columbia is starting from $1,749 at Aspen at Lake Trail.
What is the most affordable Downtown Columbia Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Columbia Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Legacy at Twin Rivers and starts from $1,518.
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