Apartments in the Downtown Columbia area of Columbia with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.
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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Columbia Studio Apartments | $2,269 | $1,743 | $6,049 |
| Downtown Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,154 | $1,041 | $6,441 |
| Downtown Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,518 | $879 | $7,119 |
| Downtown Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,188 | $1,016 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Columbia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,006 | $1,819 | $3,750 |
There are currently 9 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Columbia Neighborhood of Columbia, MD.
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$1500 Off Your First Month's Rent - Limited Time - Apply within 48 hours of receiving your rental quote and move in by June 13th to receive $1,500 off your first month's rent on select apartment homes!Expires 06-05-2026
Current special available! Apply today and receive your first month of rent for free!Expires 06-06-2026
* Apply by 6/10 for 1 month off! * Terms and conditions apply.Expires 06-06-2026
Now accepting applications for our tax credit apartments! Apply online or contact our team to learn more.Expires 06-06-2026
Now accepting applications for our tax credit apartments! Apply online or contact our team to learn more.Expires 06-06-2026
Limited Time Flash Sale on Select Homes — Ask About Up Front Savings *restrictions apply. contact our team for details.Expires 06-06-2026
Move in before 6/28 and receive $1,000 off!* *Restrictions may apply. On vacant one-and two-bedroom units.Expires 06-06-2026
* Apply by 6/10 for 1 month off! * Terms and conditions apply.Expires 06-06-2026
Open House: June 12-14 --> LOOK AND LEASE DURING OUR OPEN HOUSE WEEKEND AND SNAG $250 OFF + PAY $0 APPLICATION FEES + ENJOY DISCOUNTED RATES + GET UP TO 2 MONTHS FREE! (Ask us how to enter our TV raffle!) Move in by 6/30/26 and enjoy 2 months FREE! Need a later move-in date? Receive 1 month FREE on select apartment homes *Restrictions apply, contact us for details. All specials apply to new applicants only.Expires 06-06-2026
Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Downtown Columbia, MD. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.
Now accepting applications for our tax credit apartments! Apply online or contact our team to learn more.Expires 06-06-2026
Now accepting applications for our tax credit apartments! Apply online or contact our team to learn more.Expires 06-06-2026
Limited Time Flash Sale on Select Homes — Ask About Up Front Savings *restrictions apply. contact our team for details.Expires 06-06-2026
Move in before 6/28 and receive $1,000 off!* *Restrictions may apply. On vacant one-and two-bedroom units.Expires 06-06-2026
* Apply by 6/10 for 1 month off! * Terms and conditions apply.Expires 06-06-2026
Open House: June 12-14 --> LOOK AND LEASE DURING OUR OPEN HOUSE WEEKEND AND SNAG $250 OFF + PAY $0 APPLICATION FEES + ENJOY DISCOUNTED RATES + GET UP TO 2 MONTHS FREE! (Ask us how to enter our TV raffle!) Move in by 6/30/26 and enjoy 2 months FREE! Need a later move-in date? Receive 1 month FREE on select apartment homes *Restrictions apply, contact us for details. All specials apply to new applicants only.Expires 06-06-2026
Current special available! Apply today and receive your first month of rent for free!Expires 06-06-2026
* Apply by 6/10 for 1 month off! * Terms and conditions apply.Expires 06-06-2026
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Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Downtown Columbia is at Legacy at Cedar Lane listed at $879.
The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Downtown Columbia is $2,585.
Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Columbia is a 1,835 square feet unit starting from $1,629 at The Brook At Columbia.
The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Downtown Columbia is currently at 652 sq ft.
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