1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Columbia, VA (41 Rentals)

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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100 Carlton Rd

CharlottesvilleVA22902

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Culbreth Court Apartments
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Culbreth Court Apartments

426 17th St NWCharlottesville, VA 22903
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The Meriwether
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The Meriwether

1000 E Market StCharlottesville, VA 22902
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Sunrise Apartments
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Sunrise Apartments

404 Carl Smith StCharlottesville, VA 22902
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The Independence
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The Independence

350 Portico WayCharlottesville, VA 22911
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1201 Druid Ave
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1201 Druid Ave

1201 Druid AveCharlottesville, VA 22902
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Clarke Court
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Clarke Court

108-109 Clarke CtCharlottesville, VA 22903
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Columbia, VA Local Guide

Largest Available Columbia and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Columbia, VA is found at Jefferson Ridge in the JPA neighborhood and is 1,087 square feet priced from $1,945. Avemore Apartment Homes in the Greenbrier neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,061 square feet and currently listed start at $1,813. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Columbia:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Jefferson Ridge1 Bed/1 Bath w/ Den (1st floor) - Fully Upgraded1,087 Sq Ft$1,945
Avemore Apartment HomesA11SRFS - Peacefield1,061 Sq Ft$1,813
Norcross Station ApartmentsThe Grainger is Available for November or Decem...965 Sq Ft$1,855
Carriage Hill ApartmentsMonroe954 Sq Ft$1,813
The Lofts at MeadowcreekTaylor912 Sq Ft$1,697
Altoview Apartment HomesThe Highland896 Sq Ft$1,771
Beacon on 5thA2 - Berkmar881 Sq Ft$1,760
City Walk ApartmentsA-1 HC853 Sq Ft$1,905
5th Street PlaceA1E822 Sq Ft$1,701
Stone Creek Village1 Bedroom 1 Bath814 Sq FtCall for Rates

Cheapest Available Columbia and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of November 30, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Columbia, VA is the 1BR Model starting from $744 at Kindlewood in the Ridge Street neighborhood. The second most affordable Columbia 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom Model at Timberlake Place Apartments starting at $983 in the North Downtown neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Columbia is currently $1,879. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Columbia:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Kindlewood1BR$744
Timberlake Place Apartments1 Bedroom$983
Cobalt RidgeAlbemarle$1,389
Belmont Heights ApartmentsOne Bedroom$1,425
Tarleton Square1x1$1,514
Locust GroveDove$1,550
Altoview Apartment HomesThe Carter$1,560
Stonegate at the Crossroads ApartmentsCobblestone$1,598
The Lofts at MeadowcreekPoe$1,600
Avemore Apartment HomesA8 - Monticello$1,622

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Getting Around Columbia, VA

Walk Score®

1 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

13 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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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 Kindlewood listed at $744.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Columbia Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Columbia is $1,879.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Columbia Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Columbia is a 1,087 square feet unit starting from $1,945 at Jefferson Ridge.

What is the average size for Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Columbia is currently 750 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.