Cheap Apartments for Rent in Columbia, NJ from $800 (32 Rentals)
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Washington Court

Park Hill Apartments

General Lafayette Apartments

Lincoln Commons

Washington Heights, LLC

Railroad Manor - Nearly Renovated

The Willows at Greenwich

Watergap Village Apartments

Brakeley Gardens

Village Arms Apartments

Mansfield Village

Ravenscroft Apartments

Riverview Apartments

125 N 1st St

10 E Broad St

32 Market St

219 Joy Glen

105 S Broadway

19 S 7th St

17 S 7th St

524 Post Hill Rd

129 Pow Wow Trl

167 Hiro Ln

629 Pen Argyl St

131 4th St

322 4th St

1414 Twin Pine Rd
Columbia, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Columbia?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Columbia Studio Apartments | $1,472 | $890 | $2,690 |
Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,727 | $1,339 | $3,477 |
Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,589 | $1,486 | $10,000+ |
Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,453 | $1,708 | $3,985 |
Columbia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,467 | $2,749 | $4,784 |
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Cheapest Available Columbia Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Columbia, NJ is a Studio unit found at Washington Court in the College Hill neighborhood priced from $1,118. General Lafayette Apartments in the College Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,174. 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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Washington Court | Palmer | Studio,1BA | $1,118 |
General Lafayette Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,174 |
Fourth and Spring | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
Railroad Manor - Nearly Renovated | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,440 |
The Willows at Greenwich | 2 BEDROOM | 2BR,1BA | $1,486 |
Washington Heights, LLC | 1B-1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,535 |
Village Arms Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,545 |
Mansfield Village | $2.03/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,565 |
Brakeley Gardens | A1 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,585 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia, NJ and Nearby
As of April 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Columbia area is the $1.62 price per square foot Four Bedroom Townhome Model at Cedar Park Community in the in the South Side neighborhood starting from $3,588. The second greatest value Columbia apartment is the Townhome Model at Laurel Hills Townhomes starting at $2,300 with a $1.49 price per square foot in the College Hill 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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Cedar Park Community | Four Bedroom Townhome | 4BR,4BA | $1.62 |
Laurel Hills Townhomes | Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.49 |
Green Valley Apartments | *New Construction* Two-Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $1.84 |
Luxury 2 bedroom apartments located in the heart of the Pocono Mountains | 2 Bedroom Third Floor | 2BR,1BA | $1.93 |
Lafayette Towers | Northampton | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
Southgate Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
Ravenscroft Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.77 |
Nevin Park | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.90 |
Mansfield Village | $2.03/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
General Lafayette Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.96 |
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Getting Around Columbia, NJ
Walk Score®
13 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
20 / 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 Washington Court listed at $1,118.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Columbia Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Columbia Apartment is $1,344 at General Lafayette 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 $1,486 at The Willows at Greenwich.
What is the most affordable Columbia Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Columbia Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Willows at Greenwich and starts from $1,708.
Expert Rental Resources
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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
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