
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Columbia, VA from $600 (16 Rentals)
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Hearthwood

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Carlton Views

Jouett Square Townhomes

185 Country Hl Ln

114-116 Loch Lane Dr

1000 Linden Ave
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6710 Cobham Station Hill

286 Bonbrook Creek Rd
Columbia, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Columbia?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Columbia Studio Apartments | $1,250 | $630 | $1,735 |
Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,916 | $983 | $2,962 |
Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,163 | $760 | $3,535 |
Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,249 | $813 | $2,904 |
Columbia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,971 | $1,695 | $5,360 |
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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. Timberlake Place Apartments in the North Downtown neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $983. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Columbia apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Kindlewood | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $744 |
Timberlake Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $983 |
Hearthwood | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,246 |
Carlton Views | Phase III - 1 Bedroom 1 Bath A26 | 1BR,1BA | $1,287 |
Brookdale Apartments | Avon | 2BR,2BA | $1,403 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia, VA and Nearby
As of June 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Columbia area is the $1.68 price per square foot C3 - Shadwell Model at Beacon on 5th in the in the Ridge Street neighborhood starting from $2,904. The second greatest value Columbia apartment is the Roosevelt Model at Carriage Hill Apartments starting at $2,730 with a $1.68 price per square foot in the Martha Jefferson neighborhood. 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. |
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Beacon on 5th | C3 - Shadwell | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.68 |
Carriage Hill Apartments | Roosevelt | 3BR,2BA | $1.68 |
Stonegate at the Crossroads Apartments | Fieldstone | 3BR,2BA | $1.59 |
Brookdale Apartments | Azalea | 3BR,2BA | $1.35 |
The Coves at Monticello | The Grove | 2BR,2BA | $1.52 |
Attain on 5th | McIntire *Newly Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.92 |
Cobalt Ridge | Monticello | 2BR,1BA | $1.89 |
Wilton Farm Apartments | Model 2A | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
Timberlake Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
Kindlewood | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
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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 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 $1,246.
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 Wilton Farm Apartments and starts from $1,530.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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