
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Columbia, MS from $605 (62 Rentals)
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Magnolia Square

Mark II Apartments

Forest Royale Apartments

Lincoln Square Townhomes

Marion Manor Apartments

Main Street Villas

Piedmont Park Apartments

Park Pines Apartments

Longwood Crossing Apartment Homes
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Cedarwood Apartments

Heritage

The Hub on 4th

Campus Cottages

Baylor Apartments

Mark IV Apartments

Mark V Apartments

Longleaf Pointe Apartments

Lexington Apartments

Oak Grove Place Apartments
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Brookland Trace

Mark III Apartments

Magnolia Trace

Mark VI Apartments

Tremont at 22

Caleb Place Apartments

Shenandoah Townhomes

Twin Oaks

Newly Major Renovated Beverly Manor

The Belmont
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The Henry

1158 Burt Loop Rd

822 Edwards St

1302 Southern Ave

1201 Dabbs St

211 S Haley St

101 N 11th Ave

57056 N Cooper Rd

111 Mable St

Oak Grove Courts
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74 Ogwynn Rd

6 E Westover Dr

330 Boxtel St

2815 Hillside Dr

Cambridge Apartments

18 E Westover Dr

Blainewood Oaks

4001 Mable St

28 Bentley Brooke Ln

1706 Louise St
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Columbia, MS Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Columbia?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia Studio Apartments | $716 | $700 | $745 |
| Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,075 | $605 | $1,529 |
| Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,218 | $740 | $2,784 |
| Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,421 | $905 | $1,905 |
| Columbia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $928 | $715 | $1,549 |
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Cheapest Available Columbia Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Columbia, MS is a 1 Bed unit found at Main Street Villas priced from $749. Magnolia Square has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $775. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Columbia apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main Street Villas | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $749 |
| Magnolia Square | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $775 |
| Cedarwood Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| The Hub on 4th | 1 bd 1 ba | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Campus Cottages | Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Heritage | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Lexington Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $820 |
| Longleaf Pointe Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $820 |
| Brookland Trace | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $849 |
| Birchwood Estates | 1/1- no hookup | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia, MS and Nearby
As of September 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Columbia area is the $0.63 price per square foot C1 Cottage Floor Plan Model at The Cottages of Hattiesburg in the starting from $960. The second greatest value Columbia apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Piedmont Park Apartments starting at $1,099 with a $0.86 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cottages of Hattiesburg | C1 Cottage Floor Plan | 3BR,3BA | $0.63 |
| Piedmont Park Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.86 |
| Caleb Place Apartments | Modern Remodeled 2 Bedroom Townhomes | Pool, Do... | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.04 |
| Newly Major Renovated Beverly Manor | Newly Renovated 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhouse $5... | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.90 |
| Shenandoah Townhomes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.98 |
| Magnolia Square | 3BR/1BA | 3BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| The Grande at Timberwood | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Longleaf Pointe Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| The Grande at Hub City | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Heritage | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Columbia Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Columbia Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Columbia Apartment is $749 at Main Street Villas.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Columbia Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Columbia is starting from $775 at Magnolia Square.
What is the most affordable Columbia Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Columbia Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Magnolia Square and starts from $905.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!
Written by: Robin Stewart
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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags
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