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1615 Sylvan Ln

4410 Brown Station Rd

7221 N Moberly Dr

2817 N Willowbrook Rd

2912 Mexico Gravel Rd

406 W Southampton Dr

406 W Southampton Dr, Unit A

805 Jewell Ave
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7460 N Wade School Rd

505 Columbia Dr

4823 E Prairie Cir

104 Clinkscales Rd, Unit 400

4230 W Bethany Dr

2805 Summit Rd

1806 Stanford

1008 Otto Ct

1305 N Golf Blvd
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1219 Player Pl

1102 Range Line St

2205 Warwick St

2417 Quail Dr, Unit C

460 N Shiloh Ave, Unit 462

4807 E Schooner Rd

460 N Shiloh Ave

442 N Shiloh Ave

442 N Shiloh Ave
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2525-2527-2527 E Heying Dr

1503 W Ash St

506 Noble Ct

4182 W Bethany Dr

1820 N Orie Dr

7220 N Moberly Dr

601 Glenstone Dr

4339 W Bethany Dr

1604-1606-1606 Radcliffe Dr, Unit 1606
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7304 N Moberly Dr

1512 Typhoon Ct

1321 S Roseta Ave

1413 N Frideriki Dr

5714 N Maple Ct

4808 Edenton Blvd

2108 Arlene Dr

1615 High Quest Cir

307 Saint Joseph St, Unit A
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Columbia, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Columbia?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,611 | $800 | $3,100 |
| Columbia 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,927 | $700 | $4,500 |
| Columbia 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,081 | $1,400 | $4,800 |
| Columbia 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,540 | $1,775 | $4,800 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Columbia, MO
Pricing Updated: 07/26/2026Current apartment rentals in the Columbia, MO area range in price from $800 to $5,500 with an overall median price of $2,165. The three Columbia neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Auburn Hills at $1,350, Mexico Gravel at $950, and The Links of Columbia at $800. Here is today’s list of the top 8 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Columbia Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auburn Hills | $1,495 | $1,350 | 34 |
| Mexico Gravel | $1,650 | $950 | 4 |
| The Links of Columbia | $1,925 | $800 | 63 |
| Downtown Columbia | $2,350 | $800 | 35 |
| Old Shoe Factory District | $2,350 | $800 | 36 |
| Tenth Hitt Elm Locust | $2,350 | $800 | 40 |
| Broadway Farms | $2,400 | $1,175 | 3 |
| Tiger Village Apartments | $2,800 | $1,175 | 18 |
Cheapest Available Columbia Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Columbia, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at The Links at Columbia in the The Links of Columbia neighborhood priced from $800. Broadway Apartments in the Tiger Village Apartments neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $875. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Columbia apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Links at Columbia | Classic Deluxe II | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Broadway Apartments | Spacious 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment Home | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Tiger Village | One Bedroom One Bath Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $956 |
| Courtyard Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $965 |
| Stadium Apartments | The Greenbriar | 2BR,1BA | $970 |
| Woodlake | W-A | 2BR,1BA | $999 |
| Montmartre Apartments | 1BR / 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,005 |
| Heather Ridge | Linden | 1BR,1BA | $1,020 |
| Forest Village | FV-A | 2BR,1BA | $1,129 |
| Deer Valley Apartments | Spacious | 2BR,1BA | $1,130 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia, MO
As of July 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Columbia area is the $1.00 price per square foot The Dearborne Model at Walkers Ridge in the in the Broadway Farms neighborhood starting from $2,700. The second greatest value Columbia apartment is the The Mizzou Model at The Row starting at $699 with a $0.39 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Columbia apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walkers Ridge | The Dearborne | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.00 |
| The Row | The Mizzou | 4BR,3BA | $0.39 |
| State Columbia | The Faurot | 3BR,3.5BA | $0.49 |
| Jenne Hill Townhomes | Jenne Hill - 4 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Townhome | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.05 |
| River Birch Apartments | River Birch on the Bluffs | 2BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Cottage Grove | Townhomes | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.04 |
| Grayson at Columbia | 2BR/2.5BA - 22F | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.77 |
| Manor Homes | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Campus Lodge | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $0.54 |
| Wellington Manor | 2 BR | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
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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 Columbia
What type of rentals are currently available in Columbia?
There are currently 266 Apartments for Rent in Columbia, MO with pricing that ranges from $609 to $3,787. There are also 260 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Columbia ranging from $700 to $4,800.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Columbia?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Columbia ranges from $700 to $4,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,885.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Columbia?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Columbia range from $810 to $3,787, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $700 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $609.
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