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Columbia, TN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Columbia Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Columbia, TN is a 1 Bed unit found at Autumnwood Apartments in the Maury County neighborhood priced from $929. 804 Walker St in the Maury County neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $947. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Columbia apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Autumnwood Apartments1 BEDROOM 1 BATH1BR,1BA$929
804 Walker St804 Walker St - 101BR,1BA$947
1700 Hampshire Pike0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$1,030
Cedar Pointe Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1,084
Kensington Columbia1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,099
Jackson Manor Apartments2 Bedroom Townhome2BR,1BA$1,169
Columbia Hills ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$1,189
Preston Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,199
The Ashley2x1.02BR,1BA$1,199

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia, TN

As of August 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Columbia area is the $1.46 price per square foot 3A Model at City Limits in the in the Maury County neighborhood starting from $2,040. The second greatest value Columbia apartment is the Belle Meade Model at Crest at Arden Village Apartments starting at $1,735 with a $1.45 price per square foot in the Maury County neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Columbia apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
City Limits3A3BR,2BA$1.46
Crest at Arden Village ApartmentsBelle Meade2BR,2BA$1.45
Hallmark at Columbia3x23BR,2BA$1.36
Jackson Manor Apartments2 Bedroom Townhome2BR,1.5BA$1.06
Columbia Hills ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.20
The Cosgrove2 bedroom, 1.5 bath2BR,1.5BA$1.49
804 Walker St804 Walker St - 101BR,1BA$1.02
204B Osage Trl, Unit A204B Osage Trl2BR,1BA$1.30
Cedar Pointe Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.26
Kensington Columbia1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.55

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Columbia

What type of rentals are currently available in Columbia?

There are currently 73 Apartments for Rent in Columbia, TN with pricing that ranges from $800 to $2,312. There are also 92 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Columbia ranging from $250 to $3,200.

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 $250 to $3,200 with an average monthly rent of $1,803.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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