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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 | $1,115 | $900 | $1,500 |
| Columbia 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,777 | $1,250 | $2,390 |
| Columbia 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,912 | $1,395 | $2,545 |
| Columbia 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,200 | $2,200 | $2,200 |
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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 March 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Columbia area is the $1.00 price per square foot 2BR/1.0BA Model at 6010-20 S Kingshighway LLC in the in the Princeton Heights neighborhood starting from $1,195. The second greatest value Columbia apartment is the Standard First Floor Model at Bridgewater Apartments starting at $1,200 with a $1.14 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6010-20 S Kingshighway LLC | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Bridgewater Apartments | Standard First Floor | 2BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| The Vineyards | Merlot | 3BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Storyboard on Main | Main B1 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.15 |
| 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 | $1.07 |
| Cottonwood Village | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
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There are currently 53 Apartments for Rent in Columbia, IL with pricing that ranges from $635 to $1,910. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Columbia ranging from $895 to $2,545.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Columbia ranges from $895 to $2,545 with an average monthly rent of $1,595.
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