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Columbia, MO Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Columbia, MO

Pricing Updated: 03/05/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Columbia, MO area range in price from $549 to $6,355 with an overall median price of $1,831. The three Columbia neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Tenth Hitt Elm Locust at $550, Downtown Columbia at $550, and Old Shoe Factory District at $550. Here is today’s list of the top 8 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Columbia Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Tenth Hitt Elm Locust$1,379$55014105
Downtown Columbia$1,500$55013629
Old Shoe Factory District$1,500$55013642
Tiger Village Apartments$1,760$6051914
The Links of Columbia$1,857$5495454
Mexico Gravel$1,925$5503608
Auburn Hills$1,950$8834217
Broadway Farms$2,780$8251041

Cheapest Available Columbia Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Columbia, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Ash Street Place Apartments in the Tiger Village Apartments neighborhood priced from $705. Element Communities Downtown Columbia in the Downtown Columbia neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $759. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Columbia apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Ash Street Place Apartments1x11BR,1BA$705
Element Communities Downtown Columbia4BR/4BA - Bretona Upgrade4BR,4BA$759
The Links at ColumbiaClassic Deluxe II1BR,1BA$775
Country Club ApartmentsComfortable Studio1BR,1BA$800
Broadway ApartmentsSpacious 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment Home1BR,1BA$825
Columbia Crossing1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$883
Stadium ApartmentsThe Greenbriar2BR,1BA$945

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia, MO

As of March 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Columbia area is the $0.90 price per square foot 4B 2.5B UP Model at CROSS CREEK VILLAS in the in the The Links of Columbia neighborhood starting from $1,799. The second greatest value Columbia apartment is the 4B 2.5B UP Model at THE FALLS OF COLUMBIA starting at $1,899 with a $0.95 price per square foot . 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.
CROSS CREEK VILLAS4B 2.5B UP4BR,2.5BA$0.90
THE FALLS OF COLUMBIA4B 2.5B UP4BR,2.5BA$0.95
Wellington Manor3 BR W/ Garages3BR,2BA$1.02
Townhomes by Element Communities Columbia2BR/2BA - Kentsfield2BR,2BA$0.51
Rock Quarry VillageTwo Bedroom Townhome2BR,2.5BA$0.83
Campus Lodge4x44BR,4BA$0.49
109 Albany Dr109 Albany Dr2BR,1.5BA$0.84
407 Hardin St, Unit 407 Hardin Street407 Hardin St2BR,1BA$0.99
16 N 10th St3 bed 1 bath3BR,1BA$0.66
The Quarters ColumbiaB - 2x22BR,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.

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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 Cheap Columbia Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Columbia?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Columbia is at listed at $1,249.

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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