2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Columbia, MD (88 Rentals)

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Forest Ridge
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Forest Ridge

5890 Stevens Forest RdColumbia, MD 21045
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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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Waverly Winds
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Waverly Winds

10339 Twin Rivers 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 2 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Columbia, MD is found at Marlow in the Patuxent Chase neighborhood and is 1,425 square feet priced from $4,206. Bowling Brook Apartments in the Jones Station neighborhood has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,409 square feet and currently listed start at $2,675. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Columbia:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
MarlowC41,425 Sq Ft$4,206
Bowling Brook ApartmentsThe Patapsco – Two-bedroom1,409 Sq Ft$2,675
Country Meadows Apartments2BR/2BA Family Rm1,358 Sq Ft$2,045
Mission Place ApartmentsThe Elkridge1,353 Sq Ft$2,345
Dorsey MillBBD1 - The Forge1,303 Sq Ft$2,619
The Elms at MontjoyCovington w/ Sunroom1,255 Sq Ft$2,454
Verde at Howard Square EastMagnolia East1,226 Sq Ft$2,475
Verde at Howard Square WestAlexander West1,190 Sq Ft$2,305
Columbia GladeRenovated Two Bed Two Bath1,162 Sq Ft$2,400
Autumn Crest2 Bedroom with Den1,160 Sq Ft$1,760

Cheapest Available Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments

As of March 27, 2025 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Columbia, MD is the 2 Bedroom Model starting from $1,275 at Selborne House of Dorsey Hall, Senior Living in the Taylor Village neighborhood. The second most affordable Columbia 2 Bedroom is the 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Model at The Timbers at Long Reach starting at $1,685 in the Southwoods neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Columbia is currently $2,506. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Columbia:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Selborne House of Dorsey Hall, Senior Living2 Bedroom$1,275
The Timbers at Long Reach2 Bedroom, 2 Bath$1,685
Harpers Forest2 Bedroom$1,699
The Bluffs at Clary's Forest ApartmentsTwo bedroom$1,746
Autumn Crest2 Bedroom with Den$1,760
Columbia Choice ApartmentsS 2x1$1,820
Columbia Pointe2BR 2 BA$1,875
Foxborough Estates2 Bedroom, 1 1/2 Bath$1,885
Cedar PlaceHickory$1,885
Howard Hills Townhomes2 Bedroom 1 Bath Townhome$1,890

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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 2 Bedroom Columbia Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Columbia with 2 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Columbia is at Selborne House of Dorsey Hall, Senior Living listed at $1,275.

How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Columbia Apartment?

The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Columbia is $2,506.

What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Columbia Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Columbia is a 1,425 square feet unit starting from $4,206 at Marlow.

What is the average size for Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Columbia is currently 1,228 sq ft.

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