
New Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Columbia, MD (2 Rentals)
Rental terms in Columbia as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.

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Columbia, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Columbia?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Columbia Studio Apartments | $2,550 | $1,773 | $6,816 |
Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,377 | $360 | $8,274 |
Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,484 | $429 | $8,787 |
Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,374 | $492 | $10,000+ |
Columbia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,717 | $2,770 | $5,666 |
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Columbia Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Columbia?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Columbia is at Columbia Landing Apartments listed at $1,455.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Columbia Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Columbia is $2,798.
What is the largest Short-term Columbia Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Columbia is a 1,835 square feet unit starting from $1,793 at The Brook At Columbia.
What is the average size for Columbia Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Columbia is currently at 719 sq ft.
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