
Student Apartments for Rent in Columbia, MO (33 Rentals)
Rentals in Columbia near campus with by-the-room pricing and amenities for students.


The Landing CoMo

The Den

The Row Apartments

Storyboard on Hilltop

Lofts at Cherry Hill - East Village

Lofts at Cherry Hill - West Village
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Lofts on Broadway

Grayson at Columbia

Lofts at The Manor

Lofts at 308 Ninth

The Quarters Columbia

Grindstone at Columbia

The Collective at Columbia
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The Lyfe @ Missouri

The Pointe at Rock Quarry Park

Element Communities Downtown Columbia
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Columbia, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Columbia?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Columbia Student Studio Apartments | $1,241 | $1,220 | $1,320 |
Columbia Student 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,382 | $625 | $2,150 |
Columbia Student 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,408 | $640 | $3,296 |
Columbia Student 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,634 | $570 | $3,000 |
Columbia Student 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,350 | $580 | $2,700 |
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Columbia, MO Local Guide

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Columbia Overview
Apartments in Columbia, MO are plentiful and all of them have their own personality. Your preferences are sure to align perfectly with one of them. If you’re looking for a city that’s teeming with ethnic diversity, you’ll love Columbia. It’s the perfect example of a melting pot at its finest. This southern city will offer you a wonderful place to call home.
Why live in Columbia, MO?
Several qualities make Columbia a unique and desirable city. Since there aren't any large cities too close by, it'll be easy to get away when that is needed. If you wind up wanting more city than you have, by traveling several hours east, you can visit the sprawling city of St. Louis. Columbia makes a wonderful retreat from harsh winters of the North and boasts numerous examples of natural beauty. The mighty Missouri River can be reached by a short drive to the southwest.
Columbia, MOPopulation: 123,180
Ranked #225
in US Census Population by City
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Getting Around Columbia, MO
Walk Score®
40 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
44 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Columbia, MO Area Reviews
Unknown • 4+ years in Columbia
April 14, 2025The prices that the landlords have raised rent to is absolutely INSANE in this town. For places not even updated it really makes this town look like it's ran by a bunch of slum lords just collecting that high rent check and taking full advantage of people that have no other choice but to rent. This is embarrassing. There needs to be laws put in place on year make and model of place so people aren't being taken full advantage of...This is awful and any landlord out there knows they are so wrong for doing people like this PERIOD!
Frequently Asked Questions about Student Columbia Apartments
How much is the average rent for a Student Columbia Apartment?
The average rent for a Student Apartment in Columbia is $1,309.
What is the largest Student Columbia Apartment for rent?
Today's Student apartment with the most square footage in Columbia is a 883 square feet unit starting from $939 at Lofts on Broadway.
What is the average size for Columbia Student Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Student rental in Columbia is currently at 524 sq ft.
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