Cheap Apartments for Rent in Columbia, MD from $300 (19 Rentals)

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Park View at Columbia
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Park View at Columbia

7070 Cradlerock WayColumbia, MD 21045
Senior Living
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Forest Ridge
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Forest Ridge

5890 Stevens Forest RdColumbia, MD 21045
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Waverly Winds
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Waverly Winds

10339 Twin Rivers RdColumbia, MD 21044

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Columbia Pointe
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Columbia Pointe

5764 Stevens Forest RdColumbia, MD 21045
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Morningside Park
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Morningside Park

9950 Guilford RdJessup, MD 20794
Senior Living
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Park View at Laurel
1 Bedroom Apartments

Park View at Laurel

9895 Palace Hall DrLaurel, MD 20723
Senior Living
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Columbia, MD Local Guide

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Cheapest Available Columbia Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Columbia, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Selborne House of Dorsey Hall, Senior Living in the Taylor Village neighborhood priced from $1,075. Columbia Pointe in the Forest Creek neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,490. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Columbia apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Selborne House of Dorsey Hall, Senior Living1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,075
Columbia Pointe1 BR 1 BA JR1BR,1BA$1,490
The SeasonsBlue Spruce1BR,1BA$1,498
Harpers Forest1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,499
The Timbers at Long Reach1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,500

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia, MD

As of March 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Columbia area is the $2.05 price per square foot The Patuxent Model at Dorsey Overlook in the in the Taylor Village neighborhood starting from $3,300. The second greatest value Columbia apartment is the The Chesapeake - Split Master Model at Bowling Brook Apartments starting at $2,387 with a $2.05 price per square foot in the Jones Station 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.
Dorsey OverlookThe Patuxent3BR,3BA$2.05
Bowling Brook ApartmentsThe Chesapeake - Split Master2BR,2BA$2.05
Poplar GlenThe Dogwood2BR,1.5BA$1.87
Cedar PlaceHickory2BR,1.5BA$1.79
The Flats at River Mill2 Bed 2 Bath River View2BR,2BA$2.02
Country Meadows Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1.98
Orchard Crossing Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.99
Madison at Eden BrookA21BR,1BA$2.06
The Timbers at Long Reach1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.85
Selborne House of Dorsey Hall, Senior Living1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.79

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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 Cheap Columbia Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Columbia?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Columbia is at Marlow listed at $1,801.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Columbia Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Columbia Apartment is $1,075 at Selborne House of Dorsey Hall, Senior Living.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Columbia Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Columbia is starting from $1,275 at Selborne House of Dorsey Hall, Senior Living.

What is the most affordable Columbia Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Columbia Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Autumn Crest and starts from $2,115.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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