1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Columbia, MD (90 Rentals)

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Forest Ridge
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Forest Ridge

5890 Stevens Forest RdColumbia, MD 21045
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Waverly Winds
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Waverly Winds

10339 Twin Rivers RdColumbia, MD 21044
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The Bluffs at Hawthorn
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The Bluffs at Hawthorn

10401 Hickory Ridge RdColumbia, MD 21044
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Columbia Pointe
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Columbia Pointe

5764 Stevens Forest RdColumbia, MD 21045
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Largest Available Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Columbia, MD is found at The Metropolitan Downtown Columbia in the Patuxent Chase neighborhood and is 1,138 square feet priced from $2,688. Country Meadows Apartments in the Jones Station neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,105 square feet and currently listed start at $1,795. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Columbia:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Metropolitan Downtown ColumbiaC21,138 Sq Ft$2,688
Country Meadows Apartments1BR/1BA Family Rm1,105 Sq Ft$1,795
TENmflatsM.12b1/den1,056 Sq Ft$2,658
Columbia Pointe1BR 1 BA Den1,028 Sq Ft$1,695
Bowling Brook ApartmentsThe Arundel - One-bedroom & Den989 Sq Ft$2,125
Evergreens at Columbia Town CenterOrwell946 Sq Ft$2,904
Paragon At Columbia OverlookSeneca943 Sq Ft$2,299
The Flats at River Mill1 Bed 1 Bath940 Sq Ft$1,690
Verde at Howard Square WestBluestem Loft West932 Sq Ft$2,030
The Apartments at Tamar Meadow1BR 1BA914 Sq Ft$1,894

Cheapest Available Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of March 27, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Columbia, MD is the 1 Bedroom Model starting from $1,075 at Selborne House of Dorsey Hall, Senior Living in the Taylor Village neighborhood. The second most affordable Columbia 1 Bedroom is the Blue Spruce Model at The Seasons starting at $1,483 in the Jones Station neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Columbia is currently $2,329. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Columbia:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Selborne House of Dorsey Hall, Senior Living1 Bedroom$1,075
The SeasonsBlue Spruce$1,483
Columbia Pointe1 BR 1 BA JR$1,490
Harpers Forest1 Bedroom$1,499
The Timbers at Long Reach1 Bedroom, 1 Bath$1,500
The Bluffs at Clary's Forest ApartmentsOne bedroom$1,521
Autumn Crest1 Bedroom$1,535
The Hamilton at Kings PlaceA2$1,595
Foxborough Estates1 Bedroom, 1 Bath$1,640
Autumn Woods Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bath$1,675

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Columbia Overview

Apartments in Columbia are situated close to shopping, recreation, restaurants, and more. The designers of Columbia wanted to create pleasant place to live, and they certainly succeeded! The community is less hectic than Baltimore, but it is within easy driving distance to the hustle and bustle of Baltimore.

Why live in Columbia, MD?

The city was specifically planned with a noble idea in mind: to enhance the quality of life of its inhabitants, and it does just that. Apartments in Columbia are close to a wide array of working opportunities in a variety of fields. The area is host to a diverse community, and has some of the best schools in the state of Maryland. Columbia was rated #1 on Time.com's list of best places to live in the United States, and dwellers in Columbia apartments can enjoy the closeness of a small neighborhood atmosphere and a low crime rate.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Columbia, MD

Ranked #19

Among cities in Maryland for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Columbia, MD

Walk Score®

47 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

40 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

35 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Columbia Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Columbia with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Columbia is at Selborne House of Dorsey Hall, Senior Living listed at $1,075.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Columbia Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Columbia is $2,329.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Columbia Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Columbia is a 1,138 square feet unit starting from $2,688 at The Metropolitan Downtown Columbia.

What is the average size for Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Columbia is currently 835 sq ft.

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