
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Columbia, MO from $400 (93 Rentals)
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Ashland Manor Apartments & Townhouses

301 Waugh St

3807 Brown Station Rd

2045 W Southampton Dr

1508 Fir Pl

1404 Bass Ave

310 N 9th St

1011-1013-1013 Duke St

704 W Cunningham Dr

710 W Cunningham Dr

7261 E Sunny Vale Dr

703 Hickman Ave

708 W Cunningham Dr

The Links at Columbia

7241 E Sunny Vale Dr

1027 Southpark Dr

408 N 8th St

910 N 7th St

Country Club Apartments

Broadway Apartments

1515 Bouchelle Ave

7312 N Wade School Rd

7304 N Wade School Rd

7401 N Moberly Dr

705 W Cunningham Dr

700 W Cunningham Dr

716-718-718 Clinkscales Rd

404 Lawrence Pl

1407 Bass Ave

Kitty Hawk Apartments

Columbia Crossing

Heather Ridge

3018-3020-3020 Mexico Gravel Rd

1111 E Walnut St

736 Demaret Dr

1107 E Walnut St

1105 Hamilton Way

105 N Garth Ave

1406-1408-1408 W Ash St

1484 S Sonora Dr

1110 Hamilton Way

5451 S Bethel Church Rd

Deer Valley Apartments

801 N Ann St

213 N Ann St
Columbia, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Columbia?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Columbia Studio Apartments | $1,314 | $1,249 | $1,379 |
Cheap Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,504 | $590 | $5,024 |
Cheap Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,380 | $640 | $5,481 |
Cheap Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,498 | $590 | $5,953 |
Cheap Columbia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,117 | $489 | $2,780 |
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Columbia, MO Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Columbia, MO
Pricing Updated: 04/05/2025Current apartment rentals in the Columbia, MO area range in price from $825 to $3,400 with an overall median price of $2,059. The three Columbia neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Broadway Farms at $950, The Links of Columbia at $875, and Auburn Hills at $1,000. Here is today’s list of the top 8 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Columbia Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Broadway Farms | $1,650 | $950 | 1 |
The Links of Columbia | $1,672 | $875 | 38 |
Auburn Hills | $1,695 | $1,000 | 15 |
Tiger Village Apartments | $1,787 | $925 | 7 |
Mexico Gravel | $2,250 | $925 | 7 |
Downtown Columbia | $2,475 | $825 | 21 |
Old Shoe Factory District | $2,475 | $825 | 25 |
Tenth Hitt Elm Locust | $2,475 | $875 | 18 |
Cheapest Available Columbia Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Columbia, MO is a 2 Beds unit found at Columbia Square Townhome Apartments in the Tiger Village Apartments neighborhood priced from $510. Ash Street Place Apartments in the Tiger Village Apartments neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $705. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Columbia apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Columbia Square Townhome Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $510 |
Ash Street Place Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $705 |
Element Communities Downtown Columbia | 4BR/4BA - Bretona Upgrade | 4BR,4BA | $759 |
The Links at Columbia | Classic Deluxe II | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
Country Club Apartments | Comfortable Studio | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Broadway Apartments | Spacious 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment Home | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
Forest Village | FV-A | 2BR,1BA | $876 |
Heather Ridge | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $899 |
Tiger Village | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $901 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia, MO
As of April 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Columbia area is the $0.95 price per square foot 4B 2.5B UP Model at THE FALLS OF COLUMBIA in the starting from $1,899. The second greatest value Columbia apartment is the 4B 2.5B UP Model at CROSS CREEK VILLAS starting at $1,799 with a $0.90 price per square foot in the The Links of Columbia neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Columbia apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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THE FALLS OF COLUMBIA | 4B 2.5B UP | 4BR,2.5BA | $0.95 |
CROSS CREEK VILLAS | 4B 2.5B UP | 4BR,2.5BA | $0.90 |
Storyboard on Hilltop | Hilltop C2 | 3BR,2BA | $0.90 |
Rock Quarry Village | Three Bedroom Townhome | 3BR,2BA | $0.92 |
Townhomes by Element Communities Columbia | 2BR/2BA - Kentsfield | 2BR,2BA | $0.51 |
2712 Quail Dr, Unit A | 2712 Quail Dr | 3BR,2BA | $1.00 |
Campus Lodge | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $0.49 |
Columbia Crossing | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.98 |
1646 Towne Dr, Unit D | 1646 Towne Dr | 1BR,1BA | $0.94 |
The Quarters Columbia | B - 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.98 |
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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.
Best Local Schools in Columbia, MO
Rock Bridge Senior High School
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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
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 Cheap Columbia Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Columbia Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Columbia Apartment is $705 at Ash Street Place Apartments.
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 $510 at Columbia Square Townhome Apartments.
What is the most affordable Columbia Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Columbia Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Element Communities Downtown Columbia and starts from $939.
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