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Downtown Columbia, Columbia, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Columbia?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Columbia 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,228 | $1,650 | $3,200 |
Downtown Columbia 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,683 | $2,400 | $3,200 |
Downtown Columbia 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,300 | $2,600 | $8,000 |
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There are currently 6 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Columbia Neighborhood of Columbia, MD.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Columbia Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Columbia area of Baltimore, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Columbia Pointe priced from $1,490. Autumn Crest has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,555. Here are the most affordable Downtown Columbia apartments for rent in Baltimore, MD:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Columbia Pointe | 1 BR 1 BA JR | 1BR,1BA | $1,490 |
Autumn Crest | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,555 |
Harpers Forest | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,599 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Columbia, MD
As of May 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown 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 Downtown Columbia apartment is the C1 Model at Gramercy at Town Center starting at $3,416 with a $2.44 price per square foot in the Patuxent Chase neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Columbia apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Dorsey Overlook | The Patuxent | 3BR,3BA | $2.05 |
Gramercy at Town Center | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $2.44 |
The Brook At Columbia | 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.49 |
Ashton Green | The Merion | 2BR,2BA | $2.19 |
Clary's Crossing | Calvert | 1BR,1BA | $2.39 |
Cedar Place | Walnut | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
Columbia Glade | 1 Bedroom 770SqFt | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
10X Columbia Town Center | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.48 |
Autumn Crest | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
Harpers Forest | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Columbia
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Columbia?
There are currently 48 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Columbia, MD with pricing that ranges from $1,460 to $14,436. There are also 20 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Columbia ranging from $1,650 to $8,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Columbia?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Columbia ranges from $1,650 to $8,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,070.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Columbia?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Columbia range from $1,990 to $14,436, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,400 to $3,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,770.
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