Apartments For Rent By Owner in Columbia, MD

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3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$3,200

9050 Gracious End Ct Unit 201

9050 Gracious End Ct, Columbia, MD 21046

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6 BEDS, 5.5 BATHS

$10,900

13551 Triadelphia Mill Rd

13551 Triadelphia Mill Rd, Clarksville, MD 21029

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4 BEDS, 3 BATHS

$3,700

9403 Aston Villa

9403 Aston Villa, Ellicott City, MD 21042

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3 BEDS, 3 BATHS

$3,200

5830 Shady Oak Ln

5830 Shady Oak Ln, Elkridge, MD 21075

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STUDIO, 1 BATH

$1,200

517 Montgomery St Unit #S

517 Montgomery St, Laurel, MD 20707

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3 BEDS, 4 BATHS

$3,500

9334 Rock Ripple Ln

9334 Rock Ripple Ln, Laurel, MD 20723

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3 BEDS, 3.5 BATHS

$3,175

8603 Blue Smoke Ct

8603 Blue Smoke Ct, Elkridge, MD 21075

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1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,600

10025 Century Dr

10025 Century Dr, Ellicott City, MD 21042

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3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS

$3,850

7841 Blackbriar Way

7841 Blackbriar Way, Laurel, MD 20723

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2 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS

$2,199

9633 Whiteacre Rd

9633 Whiteacre Rd, Columbia, MD 21045
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3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS

$3,500

5394 Eliots Oak Rd

5394 Eliots Oak Rd, Columbia, MD 21044
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2 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS

$3,660

9634 Hastings Dr

9634 Hastings Dr, Columbia, MD 21046
3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS

$3,000

7349 Matchbox Aly

7349 Matchbox Aly, Elkridge, MD 21075

Living & Renting in Columbia

Columbia at a Glance

Average Rent

$1,881

(All bedrooms and property types)

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Average Rent in Columbia

School Rating

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Schools in Columbia

Some Transit

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Transportation in Columbia

Somewhat Bikeable

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Columbia, MD Apartments for Rent

Columbia, Maryland, is a planned community offering apartments for rent in a setting designed to enhance residents' daily lives. Founded in 1967 by developer James Rouse, Columbia features apartments spread across ten villages, each with its own amenities. Current rental data shows the average rent for a one-bedroom apartment is $1,910, with options ranging from apartment communities to townhomes, all connected by walking paths and green spaces.

Located just 20 miles southwest of Baltimore and 25 miles northeast of Washington D.C., Columbia balances suburban living with easy access to major cities. The community includes Lake Kittamaqundi, Lake Elkhorn, and Wilde Lake, along with 80 miles of pathways. The Columbia Association maintains 23 outdoor swimming pools and various recreational facilities. Residents have access to shopping at The Mall in Columbia and entertainment at Merriweather Post Pavilion. Columbia's median household income is $99,877, and the community features well-regarded schools and extensive amenities.

Why Columbia?

In 2010, Money magazine rated Columbia number two out of the 100 “Best Places to Live” in the nation
With five anchor department stores and more than 200 specialty stores and restaurants, the Mall in Columbia leaves no shopper unsatisfied
For recreation, there are 23 outdoor swimming pools, 80 miles of paths for jogging, and three lakes available
A planned community built with the idea that a city could improve the quality of life of its residents
The Columbia Art Center offers camps and classes for all ages to the public
Operated by the Columbia Association, a homeowners association that plays an important role in many of this community’s events and developments

Renting in Columbia

Average Rental Rates and Apartment Sizes

Apartment Type Average Sq Ft Average Rent
Studio 552 Sq Ft $1,892 / mo
1 Bedroom 773 Sq Ft $1,881 / mo
2 Bedrooms 1,027 Sq Ft $2,205 / mo
3 Bedrooms 1,292 Sq Ft $2,725 / mo
4 Bedrooms 1,742 Sq Ft $3,066 / mo

Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Columbia

(For 1 bedroom apartments)

Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
Stevens Forest 805 Sq Ft $1,643/mo
Talbot Springs North 805 Sq Ft $1,643/mo
Phelps Luck 815 Sq Ft $1,756/mo
The Pines 764 Sq Ft $1,766/mo
Kings Contrivance 837 Sq Ft $1,788/mo
Huntington 745 Sq Ft $1,792/mo
Dickinson 760 Sq Ft $1,794/mo
Oakland Mills 804 Sq Ft $1,816/mo
Talbot Springs 827 Sq Ft $1,821/mo
Hobbit's Glen 780 Sq Ft $1,878/mo

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Average Rent in Nearby Cities

(For 1 bedroom apartments)

Cities Average Rent
Columbia $2,186/mo
Fulton $2,441/mo
Laurel $1,695/mo
Ellicott City $2,175/mo
Elkridge $2,000/mo
Hanover $2,490/mo
Jessup $1,711/mo
Burtonsville $1,610/mo
Woodstock $1,352/mo

Getting Around Columbia

Transportation

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore^® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.

Somewhat Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore^® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

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Education

College/University High School Middle School Elementary School

Howard Community College

Public University

CCBC Cantonsville CCBC Cantonsville

UMBC

Public University

Bowie State University

Public University

Coppin State University

Public University

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Atholton High

Public High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,467 Students

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Hammond High

Public High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,287 Students

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Wilde Lake High

Public High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,341 Students

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Long Reach High

Public High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,714 Students

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Oakland Mills High

Public High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,401 Students

GreatSchools Rating

Wilde Lake Middle

Public Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

611 Students

GreatSchools Rating

Lake Elkhorn Middle

Public Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

598 Students

GreatSchools Rating

Harpers Choice Middle

Public Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

497 Students

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Oakland Mills Middle

Public Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

475 Students

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Clemens Crossing Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

543 Students

Apartments for Rent Near Columbia

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Frequently asked questions about renting in Columbia, MD

What are the average rent costs in Columbia, MD?

The average rent in Columbia, MD is $1,881.

What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in Columbia, MD?

The average rent for a studio apartment in Columbia, MD is $1,892.

What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in Columbia, MD?

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Columbia, MD is $1,881.

What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in Columbia, MD?

The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in Columbia, MD is $2,205.

What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in Columbia, MD?

The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in Columbia, MD is $2,725.

What are the average rent costs of a four bedroom apartment in Columbia, MD?

The average rent for a 4 bedroom apartment in Columbia, MD is $3,066.

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Apartments For Rent By Owner in Columbia, MD

Living & Renting in Columbia

Columbia at a Glance

Average Rent

School Rating

Some Transit

Somewhat Bikeable

Columbia, MD Apartments for Rent

Why Columbia?

Renting in Columbia

Average Rental Rates and Apartment Sizes

Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Columbia

Average Rent in Nearby Cities

Getting Around Columbia

Transportation

Car-Dependent

Somewhat Bikeable

Some Transit

Education

Apartments for Rent Near Columbia

Specialty Housing

Choose by Amenities

Columbia Apartments for Rent in Your Budget

Frequently asked questions about renting in Columbia, MD

What are the average rent costs in Columbia, MD?

What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in Columbia, MD?

What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in Columbia, MD?

What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in Columbia, MD?

What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in Columbia, MD?

What are the average rent costs of a four bedroom apartment in Columbia, MD?

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