Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Columbia Neighborhood of Columbia, MD from $900 (32 Rentals)

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Park View at Columbia
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Park View at Columbia

7070 Cradlerock WayColumbia, MD 21045
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Forest Ridge
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Forest Ridge

5890 Stevens Forest RdColumbia, MD 21045
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Waverly Winds
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Waverly Winds

10339 Twin Rivers RdColumbia, MD 21044
property at 6091 Majors Ln

$1,395

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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6091 Majors Ln

ColumbiaMD21045

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property at 4906 Columbia Rd

$1,500

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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4906 Columbia Rd

ColumbiaMD21044
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The Bluffs at Hawthorn
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Bluffs at Hawthorn

10401 Hickory Ridge RdColumbia, MD 21044
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Downtown Columbia, Columbia, MD Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Columbia Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Columbia area of Baltimore, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Aspen at Lake Trail priced from $1,490. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Aspen at Lake Trail1 BEDROOM JR1BR,1BA$1,490
Clarys CrossingCamden1BR,1BA$1,545
Autumn Crest1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,550
Harpers Forest1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,589
Columbia Choice ApartmentsS 1x11BR,1BA$1,655
eaves Columbia Town CenterA41BR,1BA$1,660
Columbia Glade1 Bedroom 800SqFt1BR,1BA$1,666
The Brook At Columbia1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,686
10X Columbia Town CenterA11BR,1BA$1,694
Cedar PlaceWalnut1BR,1BA$1,705

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Columbia, MD

As of January 18, 2026 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 2BR 2BA (990sf) Model at The Greens at Columbia Apartments starting at $2,151 with a $2.17 price per square foot in the Patuxent Chase neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Columbia apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Dorsey OverlookThe Centennial3BR,3BA$1.53
The Greens at Columbia Apartments2BR 2BA (990sf)2BR,2BA$2.17
Ashton GreenThe Augusta2BR,2BA$2.38
Cedar PlaceWalnut1BR,1BA$2.09
Columbia Glade1 Bedroom 770SqFt1BR,1BA$2.21
Columbia Choice ApartmentsS 1x11BR,1BA$2.23
10X Columbia Town CenterA11BR,1BA$2.31
Autumn Crest1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.19
Harpers Forest1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.27
Clarys CrossingCamden1BR,1BA$2.22

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States and customized analysis for Southwest Baltimore, MD. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best outdoor access, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, 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!

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 $1,824.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Columbia Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Columbia Apartment is $1,490 at Aspen at Lake Trail.

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 $1,739 at Harpers Forest.

What is the most affordable Downtown Columbia Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown Columbia Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Aspen at Lake Trail and starts from $2,199.

Expert Rental Resources

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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A Baltimore Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent

Written by: Sarah Bregel

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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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.