
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Columbia, VA from $600 (48 Rentals)
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Kindlewood

Timberlake Place Apartments

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5th Street Place

Hickory Hope Apartments

Carlton Views

Hearthwood

The Coves at Monticello

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University Heights
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Treesdale

Jouett Square Townhomes

Wertland Square

Timberland Park Apartments

Tarleton Square

Wilton Farm Apartments

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Cobalt Ridge

Villas at Southern Ridge

Stonegate
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Locust Grove

Brookdale Apartments

East Gate Village II

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The Hudson

Stone Creek Village Apartments

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Jefferson Ridge

One Hundred Avon

The Lofts at Meadowcreek

City Walk Apartments
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Altoview Apartment Homes

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Beacon on 5th

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Lakeside Apartments

Culbreth Court Apartments

Altamont Circle Apartments

1000 Linden Ave

278 Bonbrook Creek Rd

Forest Street Apartments

Belmont Heights Apartments
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The Meriwether

Cardinal Court

The Independence

2484 Lost Hollow Path

1411 Short 18th St

10 Tanglewood Rd

1406 Chesapeake St

1201 Druid Ave

2247 Mountain View Rd
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780 Roundabout Rd

1075 Weybridge Ct

2427 Lindsay Rd
Columbia, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Columbia?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia Studio Apartments | $1,368 | $630 | $1,965 |
| Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,079 | $983 | $3,300 |
| Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,106 | $760 | $3,225 |
| Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,311 | $813 | $3,003 |
| Columbia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,725 | $1,300 | $3,738 |
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Cheapest Available Columbia Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Columbia, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Kindlewood in the Ridge Street neighborhood priced from $744. Grandmarc at the Corner in the 10th and Page neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $895. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Columbia apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kindlewood | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $744 |
| Grandmarc at the Corner | 2Dx2S - Double w/ Shared Bath | 2BR,2BA | $895 |
| Timberlake Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $983 |
| Hickory Hope Apartments | 1 Bedroom - Phase A | 1BR,1BA | $1,090 |
| Hearthwood | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,236 |
| The Coves at Monticello | The Grove | 2BR,2BA | $1,245 |
| Treesdale | The Ivy | 2BR,2BA | $1,290 |
| University Heights | The Ashlawn | 1BR,1BA | $1,305 |
| Wertland Square | A4X2 Renovated | 4BR,2BA | $1,315 |
| Wilton Farm Apartments | Model 2A | 2BR,1BA | $1,440 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia, VA and Nearby
As of July 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Columbia area is the $0.95 price per square foot 4X4 - Renovated Model at Grandmarc at the Corner in the in the 10th and Page neighborhood starting from $1,399. The second greatest value Columbia apartment is the The Knoll Model at The Coves at Monticello starting at $1,859 with a $1.47 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grandmarc at the Corner | 4X4 - Renovated | 4BR,4BA | $0.95 |
| The Coves at Monticello | The Knoll | 3BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| East Gate Village II | 3 bed, 2 bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| Treesdale | The Ivy | 2BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| Brookdale Apartments | 2br/bd | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| Villas at Southern Ridge | The Ivy | 2BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| Eagles Landing Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| Wilton Farm Apartments | Model 2A | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Timberlake Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Kindlewood | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleColumbia, VA
Ranked #76
Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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2.5Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Columbia Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Columbia?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Columbia is at Hearthwood listed at $1,236.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Columbia Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Columbia Apartment is $744 at Kindlewood.
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 $882 at Kindlewood.
What is the most affordable Columbia Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Columbia Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Treesdale and starts from $1,477.
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