
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Harpers Choice Neighborhood of Columbia, MD from $1,100 (23 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Harpers Choice area of Columbia.


Autumn Crest

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Harpers Choice, Columbia, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Harpers Choice?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harpers Choice Studio Apartments | $1,893 | $1,803 | $2,100 |
| Harpers Choice 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,052 | $1,490 | $6,855 |
| Harpers Choice 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,462 | $1,691 | $5,673 |
| Harpers Choice 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,922 | $2,070 | $4,575 |
| Harpers Choice 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,304 | $2,820 | $3,789 |
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There are currently 23 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Harpers Choice Neighborhood of Columbia, MD.
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Cheapest Available Harpers Choice Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Harpers Choice area of Baltimore, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Aspen at Lake Trail priced from $1,490. Autumn Crest has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,520. Here are the most affordable Harpers Choice apartments for rent in Baltimore, MD:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aspen at Lake Trail | 1 BEDROOM JR | 1BR,1BA | $1,490 |
| Autumn Crest | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,520 |
| The Bluffs at Clary's Forest Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,521 |
| Clarys Crossing | Camden | 1BR,1BA | $1,545 |
| The Brook At Columbia | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,614 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Harpers Choice, MD
As of December 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Harpers Choice area is the $2.33 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 $2,993. The second greatest value Harpers Choice apartment is the B1 - 2X2 Model at Eagle Rock Apartments at Columbia starting at $2,315 with a $2.17 price per square foot in the Patuxent Chase neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Harpers Choice apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Brook At Columbia | 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.33 |
| Eagle Rock Apartments at Columbia | B1 - 2X2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.17 |
| The Greens at Columbia Apartments | 2BR 2BA (1060sf) | 2BR,2BA | $1.95 |
| Merion | 2 Bed 2 Bath with Den | 2BR,2BA | $2.35 |
| Cedar Place | Walnut | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| eaves Columbia Town Center | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| 10X Columbia Town Center | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| Autumn Crest | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| Clarys Crossing | Camden | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| The Bluffs at Clary's Forest Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHarpers Choice, Columbia, MD
Ranked #10
Among cities in Maryland for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Harpers Choice Neighborhood in Columbia, MD
Walk Score®
44 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
44 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
26 / 100
Some Transit
A few 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 Harpers Choice Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Harpers Choice?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Harpers Choice is under $1,716.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Harpers Choice?
The cheapest apartment in Harpers Choice is Aspen at Lake Trail which is listed at $1,490, while the average apartment in Harpers Choice costs $3,913.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Harpers Choice?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 6 regular apartments in Harpers Choice that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Harpers Choice?
Cheap apartments in Harpers Choice have an average cost of $209 which is $3,704 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Harpers Choice.
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