
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Columbia Neighborhood of Columbia, MO from $400 (50 Rentals)
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Ashland Manor Apartments & Townhouses

301 Waugh St

1405 University Ave

1508 Fir Pl

1404 Bass Ave

310 N 9th St

1011-1013-1013 Duke St

703 Hickman Ave

1027 Southpark Dr

910 N 7th St

408 N 8th St

300 Hitt St

1515 Bouchelle Ave

716-718-718 Clinkscales Rd

404 Lawrence Pl

1407 Bass Ave

Columbia Crossing

Kitty Hawk Apartments

1111 E Walnut St

412 N College Ave

1107 E Walnut St

1105 Hamilton Way

105 N Garth Ave

6-8 Fyfer Pl

1406-1408-1408 W Ash St

1110 Hamilton Way

801 N Ann St

213 N Ann St

Katy Place Apartments

407 S William St

Stephens Park Apartments

Parkway Apartments

810 E Broadway

211 Hickman Ave
Downtown Columbia, Columbia, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Columbia?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Columbia Studio Apartments | $1,379 | $1,379 | $1,379 |
Downtown Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,600 | $590 | $5,034 |
Downtown Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,339 | $665 | $5,516 |
Downtown Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,689 | $725 | $5,953 |
Downtown Columbia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,143 | $605 | $2,780 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Columbia Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Columbia area of Columbia, MO is a 4 Beds unit found at Element Communities Downtown Columbia priced from $759. Columbia Crossing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $938. Here are the most affordable Downtown Columbia apartments for rent in Columbia, MO:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Element Communities Downtown Columbia | 4BR/4BA - Bretona Upgrade | 4BR,4BA | $759 |
Columbia Crossing | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $938 |
Woodlake | W-A | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Broadway Village Apartments | Model | 2BR,1BA | $1,095 |
Ashwood Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,300 |
Lake Broadway Townhomes | Furnished 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Columbia, MO
As of April 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Columbia area is the $1.11 price per square foot Sundeck Duplex Model at Manor Homes in the in the The Links of Columbia neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Downtown Columbia apartment is the 905 Alley A Model at 905 Alley A, Unit Unit101 starting at $2,000 with a $1.38 price per square foot in the Downtown Columbia 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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Manor Homes | Sundeck Duplex | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.11 |
905 Alley A, Unit Unit101 | 905 Alley A | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
2712 Quail Dr, Unit A | 2712 Quail Dr | 3BR,2BA | $1.00 |
Lake Broadway Townhomes | Furnished 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
Broadway Village Apartments | Bradford, Carport, Storage, 2x1, 1050 sqft | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
10 s 9th st, Unit Apt. B | 10 s 9th st | 2BR,2BA | $1.10 |
Columbia Crossing | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.98 |
Ashwood Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.49 |
1646 Towne Dr, Unit D | 1646 Towne Dr | 1BR,1BA | $0.94 |
Woodlake | W-C | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Columbia, Columbia, MO
Ranked #2
Among neighborhoods in Columbia, MO for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Downtown Columbia, Columbia, MO
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Getting Around the Downtown Columbia Neighborhood in Columbia, MO
Walk Score®
97 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
72 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
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 Downtown Columbia Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Columbia Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Columbia Apartment is $1,219 at Element Communities Downtown Columbia.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Columbia Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Columbia is starting from $510 at Columbia Square Townhome Apartments.
What is the most affordable Downtown Columbia Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Columbia Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Element Communities Downtown Columbia and starts from $939.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
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