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Columbia, IL Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Columbia?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,094 | $875 | $1,500 |
| Columbia 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,677 | $1,150 | $2,450 |
| Columbia 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,042 | $1,600 | $2,545 |
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Cheapest Available Columbia Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Columbia, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Maryville Gardens Apartments in the Dutchtown neighborhood priced from $675. Cottonwood Village in the Marina Villa neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Columbia apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maryville Gardens Apartments | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Cottonwood Village | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Chapel View Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia, IL and Nearby
As of April 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Columbia area is the $1.14 price per square foot Standard First Floor Model at Bridgewater Apartments in the in the River Breeze Estates neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Columbia apartment is the Cascade Model at Canyon Creek starting at $1,280 with a $1.24 price per square foot in the River Breeze Estates 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgewater Apartments | Standard First Floor | 2BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| Canyon Creek | Cascade | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| Lyon Apartments | B9 | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| The Vineyards | Merlot | 3BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Parkshire Apartment | Wilmore | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Tuscany Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Maryville Gardens Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Southfield Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| 609 S Main St, Unit A | 609 S Main St | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Cottonwood Village | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
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There are currently 52 Apartments for Rent in Columbia, IL with pricing that ranges from $635 to $1,910. There are also 31 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Columbia ranging from $875 to $2,545.
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 $875 to $2,545 with an average monthly rent of $1,443.
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Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.