Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Columbia Neighborhood of Columbia, MD from $1,000 (9 Rentals)

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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 BR 1 BA JR1BR,1BA$1,490
Clarys CrossingCamden1BR,1BA$1,545
The Brook At Columbia1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,641

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Columbia, MD

As of November 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Columbia area is the $2.37 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Townhome Model at The Brook At Columbia in the in the Patuxent Chase neighborhood starting from $3,037. The second greatest value Downtown Columbia apartment is the B4-1162 Model at Avalon Fairway Hills-Meadows starting at $2,165 with a $1.86 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Brook At Columbia3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Townhome3BR,2.5BA$2.37
Avalon Fairway Hills-MeadowsB4-11622BR,2BA$1.86
The Greens at Columbia2BR 2BA (1060sf)2BR,2BA$1.92
Autumn Crest2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.99
eaves Columbia Town CenterA21BR,1BA$2.22
Cedar PlaceWalnut1BR,1BA$2.17
Columbia Glade1 Bedroom 770SqFt1BR,1BA$2.21
10X Columbia Town CenterA11BR,1BA$2.27
Harpers Forest1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.36
Clarys CrossingCamden1BR,1BA$2.22

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Columbia, Columbia, MD

Ranked #4

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

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4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Columbia

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Columbia?

There are currently 56 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Columbia, MD with pricing that ranges from $1,400 to $5,673. There are also 54 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Columbia ranging from $1,000 to $5,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Columbia?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Columbia ranges from $1,000 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,671.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Columbia?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Columbia range from $2,055 to $4,542, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,000 to $3,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,820.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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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.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.