2900 S Court St
SeattleWA98144
Cheap Homes for Rent in the Columbia City Neighborhood of Seattle, WA from $640 (4 Rentals)
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3543 S Dawson St
SeattleWA98118
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4209 37th Ave S
SeattleWA98118
4781 35th Ave S
SeattleWA98118
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Columbia City, Seattle, WA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Columbia City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia City 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,110 | $2,850 | $3,395 |
| Columbia City 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,656 | $3,350 | $4,195 |
| Columbia City 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,400 | $2,400 | $2,400 |
| Columbia City 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,000 | $4,000 | $4,000 |
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There are currently 4 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Columbia City Neighborhood of Seattle, WA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia City, WA
As of August 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Columbia City area is the $2.86 price per square foot Two Bedroom B2G-CL2 Model at CityLine in the in the Mercer Heights neighborhood starting from $3,199. The second greatest value Columbia City apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at Kenny Apartments starting at $1,850 with a $1.85 price per square foot in the Mercer Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Columbia City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| CityLine | Two Bedroom B2G-CL2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.86 |
| Kenny Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Courtland Place | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Dakota | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Lantera Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| Columbia City | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| SPOKANE AT RAINIER COURT a 55+ Affordable Community | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Columbia Gardens a 55+ Affordable Community | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| Greenhouse Apartments | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.49 |
| Crestview | Renovated One bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $2.79 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Columbia City?
There are currently 96 Apartments for Rent in Columbia City, WA with pricing that ranges from $594 to $11,482. There are also 17 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Columbia City ranging from $640 to $4,195.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Columbia City ranges from $640 to $4,195 with an average monthly rent of $3,312.
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