1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Columbia, MO (80 Rentals)

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Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: March 27, 2025

There are currently 115 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Columbia, MO that range in price from $590 to $4,934. Downtown Columbia, Tenth Hitt Elm Locust and Old Shoe Factory District are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Columbia with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Downtown Columbia31$1,459$590
Tenth Hitt Elm Locust31$1,290$590
Old Shoe Factory District29$1,230$590
Tiger Village Apartments13$1,006$750
The Links of Columbia9$1,189$595
Broadway Farms1$1,184$825
Mexico Gravel1$1,095$615

Largest Available Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Columbia, MO is found at Element Communities Downtown Columbia in the Downtown Columbia neighborhood and is 873 square feet priced from $1,509. Aria Apartments has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 837 square feet and currently listed start at $1. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Columbia:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Element Communities Downtown Columbia1BR/1BA - Ainsley873 Sq Ft$1,509
Aria ApartmentsPrima837 Sq FtCall for Rates
Boulder Springs Columbia ApartmentsAspen Meadows - A2770 Sq Ft$1,574
Country Club ApartmentsComfortable Studio680 Sq Ft$800
The Links at ColumbiaCustom Deluxe III with Breezeway665 Sq Ft$885
Broadway ApartmentsSpacious 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment Home650 Sq Ft$825
Courtyard Apartments1 Bedroom640 Sq Ft$1,006

Cheapest Available Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of March 27, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Columbia, MO is the 1x1 Model starting from $705 at Ash Street Place Apartments in the Tiger Village Apartments neighborhood. The second most affordable Columbia 1 Bedroom is the Classic Deluxe II Model at The Links at Columbia starting at $775 in the The Links of Columbia neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Columbia is currently $1,482. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Columbia:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Ash Street Place Apartments1x1$705
The Links at ColumbiaClassic Deluxe II$775
Country Club ApartmentsComfortable Studio$800
Broadway ApartmentsSpacious 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment Home$825
Tiger Village1 Bedroom$906
Courtyard Apartments1 Bedroom$1,006
Aria ApartmentsPresto$1,150
Providence Court ApartmentsOne Bedroom$1,200

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Columbia Overview

Apartments in Columbia, MO are plentiful and all of them have their own personality. Your preferences are sure to align perfectly with one of them. If you’re looking for a city that’s teeming with ethnic diversity, you’ll love Columbia. It’s the perfect example of a melting pot at its finest. This southern city will offer you a wonderful place to call home.

Why live in Columbia, MO?

Several qualities make Columbia a unique and desirable city. Since there aren't any large cities too close by, it'll be easy to get away when that is needed. If you wind up wanting more city than you have, by traveling several hours east, you can visit the sprawling city of St. Louis. Columbia makes a wonderful retreat from harsh winters of the North and boasts numerous examples of natural beauty. The mighty Missouri River can be reached by a short drive to the southwest.

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Getting Around Columbia, MO

Walk Score®

40 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

44 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Columbia Apartments

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Columbia is $1,482.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Columbia is a 873 square feet unit starting from $1,509 at Element Communities 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 700 sq ft.

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