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Columbia Apartments

Apartments for Rent in Columbia, MD

85 rentals available

Average rent in Columbia, Maryland

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Columbia is $1,975, while the average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment is $2,264. Rent rates updated 7 days ago
Studio
$1,817
1 Bed
$1,975
2 Beds
$2,264
3+ Beds
$2,998
* Averages are based on the rental prices of properties listed on Apartment List

Top neighborhoods in Columbia

Long Reach
Long Reach
What it’s like to live in Long Reach
Planned convenience defines Long Reach, where this original Columbia village exemplifies James Rouse's visionary community design integrating housing, recreation, and practical amenities. The neighborhood features multi-use pathways connecting residential areas with the village center, creating car-optional living unusual for typically automobile-dependent suburban communities. For Washington and Baltimore commuters seeking affordable housing with exceptional amenities, Long Reach offers Columbia's compelling combination of reasonable rental rates, recreation access, and strategic positioning between major employment centers increasingly important as transportation costs continue affecting comprehensive housing affordability calculations.
Great for
Families
Retirees
Professionals
Young Renters
Commuters
Neighborhood vibe
Mixed-Use
Peaceful
Mixed-Use & Commercial
Hickory Ridge
Hickory Ridge
What it’s like to live in Hickory Ridge
Columbia's Hickory Ridge village combines suburban space with unexpected walkability. The planned community design means rentals – whether apartments or townhomes – include access to swimming pools and walking paths maintained through Columbia Association fees (often included in rent). Unlike cookie-cutter suburbs, the neighborhood features mature trees and established landscaping that creates actual shade during Maryland's humid summers. The central location puts both Baltimore and DC within commuting distance, though you'll definitely need a car. Many rental communities include washer/dryers – an amenity worth its weight in gold compared to Baltimore's shared laundry situation. The nearby lake offers peaceful evening walks, while Hickory Ridge Village Center provides necessities without driving to the mall.
Great for
Families
Retirees
Dog Owners
Outdoor Enthusiasts
Commuters
Neighborhood vibe
Scenic
Established
Residential
Kings Contrivance
Kings Contrivance
What it’s like to live in Kings Contrivance
Planned perfection defines Kings Contrivance, where Columbia's distinctive village concept creates unusually cohesive suburban environments. Rental townhomes and apartments sit along winding paths connecting to the village center, community pools, and extensive green spaces. The neighborhood strikes an ideal balance between natural beauty and practical convenience, with shopping centers providing everyday necessities within walking distance of most homes. While lacking the organic character of historically-evolved neighborhoods and requiring car ownership for commuting to major employment centers, Kings Contrivance offers remarkably well-designed living environments with amenities typically reserved for luxury developments at surprisingly accessible price points. Perfect for those who appreciate thoughtful community planning and prefer balanced suburban living.
Great for
Families
Retirees
Professionals
Young Renters
Commuters
Neighborhood vibe
Mixed-Use
Peaceful
Mixed-Use & Commercial

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Find an apartment for rent in Columbia, MD

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The average rent in Columbia is $1,817 for a studio, $1,975 for a one-bedroom apartment, and $2,264 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you are looking for a deal, keep an eye out for a red pulsing icon that indicates rent specials.

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