
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Columbia, NC (38 Rentals)


The Canopy

Tattersall Chesapeake

The Morgan

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Cottage Trails at Culpepper Landing

The Cedars at Greenbrier

Greenbrier Woods Apartments

Tapestry Park

Tanglewood Lake

ReNew Chesapeake
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Aspire at Towne Place

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Infinity at Centerville Crossing

Kingsbridge

Mosaic Summit Pointe

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The Amber at Greenbrier

Red Knot at Edinburgh

The Elliott Apartments

Pillars at Great Bridge

MAA Adalay Bay

Oak Grove
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Great Bridge Apartments

Green Tree Apartments

Woodbriar Apartment Homes

Lakes Of Greenbrier

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The Cascades

Overton Lofts

Westbridge Commons

Southern Pine

Autumn Ridge Apartments

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Acclaim at Greenbrier
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218 N M.L.K. junior Dr

107 B Etheridge Rd

Walker Landing

Peanut Crossing

Acorn Grove

Allure at Edinburgh

Tyler Run II
Columbia, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Columbia?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia Studio Apartments | $1,385 | $950 | $1,746 |
Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,808 | $968 | $3,100 |
| Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,985 | $961 | $3,198 |
| Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,488 | $1,235 | $3,658 |
| Columbia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,572 | $1,495 | $1,650 |
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Largest Available Columbia and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Columbia, NC is found at The Canopy in the Virginia Beach Municipal Center neighborhood and is 1,248 square feet priced from $3,100. ReNew Chesapeake in the Greenbrier neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 935 square feet and currently listed start at $1,809. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Columbia:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Canopy | The Summit - Penthouse | 1,248 Sq Ft | $3,100 |
| ReNew Chesapeake | Albany | 935 Sq Ft | $1,809 |
| Tattersall Chesapeake | Paisley II | 923 Sq Ft | $1,835 |
| The Cascades | Victoria *Newly Renovated Homes Available | 849 Sq Ft | $1,772 |
| Pillars at Great Bridge | Chesapeake | 829 Sq Ft | $1,734 |
| The Elliott Apartments | The Governor's Suite | 823 Sq Ft | $1,775 |
| Acclaim at Greenbrier | Elizabeth | 814 Sq Ft | $2,241 |
| Great Bridge Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 710 Sq Ft | $1,250 |
| Mosaic Summit Pointe | Pixie | 700 Sq Ft | $1,778 |
| Red Knot at Edinburgh | A2 - Twitter | 693 Sq Ft | $1,794 |
Cheapest Available Columbia and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of April 13, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Columbia, NC is the 1A Classic Model starting from $1,150 at Oak Grove in the Greenbrier neighborhood. The second most affordable Columbia 1 Bedroom is the Woodland Model at Green Tree Apartments starting at $1,250 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Columbia is currently $1,808. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Columbia:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Oak Grove | 1A Classic | $1,150 |
| Green Tree Apartments | Woodland | $1,250 |
| Great Bridge Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | $1,250 |
| The Elliott Apartments | The Constant | $1,450 |
| Woodbriar Apartment Homes | 1BNR | $1,510 |
| ReNew Chesapeake | Alexandria | $1,589 |
| The Amber at Greenbrier | Garnet | $1,612 |
| Pillars at Great Bridge | Chesapeake | $1,734 |
| The Cascades | Victoria *Newly Renovated Homes Available | $1,772 |
| Mosaic Summit Pointe | Pixie | $1,778 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Columbia Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Columbia with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Columbia is at Oak Grove listed at $1,150.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Columbia Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Columbia is $1,808.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Columbia Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Columbia is a 1,248 square feet unit starting from $3,100 at The Canopy.
What is the average size for Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Columbia is currently 758 sq ft.
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