Cheap Homes for Rent in Columbia, CT from $800 (7 Rentals)

How Many Bedrooms?Done
Select your price rangeDone
By AmenitiesDone
By Community TypeDone
Features and AvailabilityDone
Done

Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in Columbia.

Columbia, CT Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Columbia, CT

Pricing Updated: 03/21/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Columbia, CT area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Columbia Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Andover Coventry$3,600$1,20087

Cheapest Available Columbia Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Columbia, CT is a Studio unit found at Colonial Townhouse Apartments in the Mansfield Tolland Willington neighborhood priced from $1,065. Mar-Lea Park Apartments in the Mansfield Tolland Willington neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Columbia apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Colonial Townhouse ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,065
Mar-Lea Park Apartments6001BR,1BA$1,250
Manchester Main ApartmentsStudio- 41 Garden St. East Hart.Studio,1BA$1,250

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia, CT and Nearby

As of March 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Columbia area is the $1.67 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1 bath Townhome Model at Fox Hill Commons in the in the Ellington Somers Stafford Union neighborhood starting from $1,974. The second greatest value Columbia apartment is the The Nolita Model at Lofts at the Mills starting at $1,738 with a $1.68 price per square foot in the Spencer neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Columbia apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Fox Hill Commons2 Bedroom 1 bath Townhome2BR,1.5BA$1.67
Lofts at the MillsThe Nolita1BR,1BA$1.68
236 Valley St, Unit 4236 Valley StStudio ,1BA$1.50
Clocktower and Velvet Mill ApartmentsVM1aL-LG1BR,1BA$1.60
Ivy Garden ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.75
South Park73-A Charter Oak2BR,1BA$1.72
164 Oak St168-1701BR,1BA$1.65
Highland ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.78
Mar-Lea Park Apartments6001BR,1BA$1.72
50 Birch St, Unit 2nd Floor50 Birch St1BR,1BA$1.79

Quick Rent Budget Calculator

How much rent can you afford?

The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.

decorative image of people with a giant lease agreement

Frequently Asked Questions about Columbia

What type of rentals are currently available in Columbia?

There are currently 79 Apartments for Rent in Columbia, CT with pricing that ranges from $710 to $4,511. There are also 34 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Columbia ranging from $800 to $4,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Columbia?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Columbia ranges from $800 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,481.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

decorative image for Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money article

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

decorative image for What to Know About Fees and Fines When Renting article

What to Know About Fees and Fines When Renting

Written by: Trey Huguley

When it comes to renting a new apartment or home there can be a number of fees that you will want to keep in mind going into the process.

decorative image for Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting article

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

decorative image for How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit  article

How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.