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Apartments For Rent By Owner in Columbia, MD

12 Rentals
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  1. Building Photo - 5909 Tamar Dr
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,550
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,550
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,550

    5909 Tamar Dr Unit 5909 Tamar Dr

    5909 Tamar Dr, Columbia, MD 21045
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  2. Building Photo - 5374 Eliots Oak Rd
    3 BEDS, 3 BATHS
    $2,900
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,900
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,900

    5374 Eliots Oak Rd

    5374 Eliots Oak Rd, Columbia, MD 21044
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  3. 2 BEDS, 4 BATHS
    $2,600
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,600
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,600

    9619 Lambeth Ct

    9619 Lambeth Ct, Columbia, MD 21046
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  4. 3 BEDS, 3.5 BATHS
    $3,295
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,295
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,295

    3574 Lowlen Ct

    3574 Lowlen Ct, Ellicott City, MD 21042
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  5. 4 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS
    $3,950
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,950
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,950

    8559 Wheatfield Way

    8559 Wheatfield Way, Ellicott City, MD 21043
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  6. 2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $2,800
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,800
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,800

    5801 Clipper Ln Unit 2

    5801 Clipper Ln, Clarksville, MD 21029
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  7. 3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS
    $3,300
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,300
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,300

    5307 Tarkington Pl

    5307 Tarkington Pl, Columbia, MD 21044
  9. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,600+
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,400+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,600 - $2,400
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,600 - $2,400

    4659 Montgomery Rd

    4659 Montgomery Rd, Ellicott City, MD 21043
  10. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,500
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,500
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,500

    6650 Montgomery Rd

    6650 Montgomery Rd, Elkridge, MD 21075
  11. 1 BED, 0.5 BATH
    $1,170
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,170
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,170

    7868 Blackbriar Way Unit Bedroom 3

    7868 Blackbriar Way, Laurel, MD 20723
  12. 3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS
    $2,750
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,750
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,750

    7951 Millstream Ct

    7951 Millstream Ct, Elkridge, MD 21075

Living & Renting in Columbia

Columbia at a Glance

Average Rent

$1,919
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Columbia, MD Apartments for Rent

Columbia is a planned community founded in 1967 by developer James Rouse, designed with ten self-contained villages between Baltimore and Washington, D.C. If you're searching for apartments for rent in Columbia, you'll discover a well-organized environment where each village features its own shopping center, recreational facilities, and network of pathways connecting three lakes-Kittamaqundi, Elkhorn, and Wilde Lake. The community spans over 80 miles of walking and biking trails, offering convenient access to outdoor recreation alongside apartment communities throughout the area.

Renting in Columbia provides easy commuting options to both Baltimore and Washington, D.C., making it an attractive choice for those working in either metropolitan area. The Mall in Columbia anchors the retail scene with major stores and dining options, while the Merriweather Post Pavilion hosts concerts and entertainment year-round. Each village center serves as a neighborhood hub with convenient shopping and services, and the Columbia Association maintains 23 outdoor pools and athletic facilities for residents. With Howard Community College's main campus in Town Center and proximity to major highways, Columbia offers practical amenities for renters seeking access to education, employment, and entertainment.

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

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Atholton High

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,467 Students
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Atholton High School

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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Hammond High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,287 Students
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Wilde Lake High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,341 Students
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Wilde Lake Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
611 Students
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Wilde Lake Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
611 Students
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Lake Elkhorn Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
598 Students
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Lake Elkhorn Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
598 Students
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Harpers Choice Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
497 Students
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Clemens Crossing Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
543 Students
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Clemens Crossing Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
543 Students

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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 $1,919.

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

The average rent for a studio apartment in Columbia, MD is $1,933.

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 $1,919.

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 $2,253.

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 $2,776.

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 $2,748.

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