Columbia, IL

143 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent

Columbia is located 12 miles south of St. Louis, just east of the Missouri border and the Mississippi River. Luckily for the people who live there now, the founders built Columbia on high bluffs to protect it from the occasional flooding of the river. There are just over 9,700 people living and working in Columbia, a community that has a lot to offer new residents. See more

Looking for 1 bedroom apartments in Columbia offers a variety of choices and price points. 1 bedroom apartments allow more privacy than living with a roommate, and gives you more flexibility to find the perfect space for yourself or with a significant other.

There are a few things to consider when touring 1 bedroom apartments, including the square footage and layout. In some cities, small 1 bedroom apartments may cost nearly the same as a studio apartment. Decide whether cost, amenities, or location are the most important to help guide your apartment search.

If cost is a factor while searching for 1 bedroom apartments in Columbia, consider which floor you will live on. The bottom floor is often cheaper than top floor units, or there may be a unit with undesirable views or with an outdated kitchen that rents for less.

Remember to come prepared during your apartment hunt with pay stubs, a letter of employment or recommendation, identification, and a checkbook to act quickly. The best 1 bedroom apartments require fast action, so come ready to sign.