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 $1,898.

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 $2,210.

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 $2,752.

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 $3,237.

Apartments under $1,500 for Rent in Columbia, MD

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1 BED

$1,490

Columbia Pointe

5764 Stevens Forest Rd, Columbia, MD 21045

Call (667) 222-0233
1 BED

$1,488

Legacy at Twin Rivers

10401 Twin Rivers Rd, Columbia, MD 21044

Call (443) 917-3640
1 BED

$1,457

Columbia Landing Apartments

8905 Tamar Dr, Columbia, MD 21045

Call (443) 917-3156
1 BED

$1,390

Monarch Mills Apartments

7213-7233 Oakland Mills Rd, Columbia, MD 21046

Call (301) 329-6730
1 BED

$1,305

Burgess Mill Station Apartments

3050 Milltowne Dr, Ellicott City, MD 21043

Call (443) 543-8302
1 BED

$1,435

The Timbers at Long Reach

8782 Cloudleap Ct, Columbia, MD 21045

Call (443) 331-4786
1 BED

$1,460

The Verona at Oakland Mills

9650 White Acre Rd, Columbia, MD 21045

Call (443) 785-2694
1 BED

$1,075+

2 BEDS

$1,275+

Selborne House of Dorsey Hall, Senior Living

5320 Dorsey Hall Dr, Ellicott City, MD 21042

Call (667) 802-2506
STUDIO

$1,225+

1 BED

$1,475+

Selborne House of Laurel, 62+ Senior Living

501 Main St, Laurel, MD 20707

Call (443) 979-8641
STUDIO, 1 BATH

$1,450

9104 Baltimore St Unit E

9104 Baltimore St, Savage, MD 20763

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STUDIO, 1 BATH

$1,200

517 Montgomery St Unit Apt. S

517 Montgomery St, Laurel, MD 20707

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STUDIO, 1 BATH

$1,200

517 Montgomery St Unit #S

517 Montgomery St, Laurel, MD 20707

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STUDIO, 1 BATH

$1,425

815 Main St Unit Apt 1

815 Main St, Laurel, MD 20707
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,475

610 Main St Unit 306

610 Main St, Laurel, MD 20707
1 BED

$1,400

Riverview Apartments

10 Riverview Ct, Laurel, MD 20707
1 BED

$1,435

Autumn Crest

5664 Stevens Forest Rd, Columbia, MD 21045
1 BED

$1,087

Ellicott Gardens

5505 Waterloo Rd, Ellicott City, MD 21043
1 BED

$360+

2 BEDS

$429+

3 BEDS

$492+

Ellicott Gardens II

5505 Waterloo Rd, Ellicott City, MD 21043
1 BED, 1 BATH

$950

8426 Oak Bush Terrace

8426 Oak Bush Terrace, Columbia, MD 21045

Call (443) 538-6540
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,500

610 Main St Unit 511

610 Main St, Laurel, MD 20707

Call (732) 856-3221
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,100

3413 Centennial Ln

3413 Centennial Ln, Ellicott City, MD 21042

Call (202) 743-9203
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,250

9316 Sombersby Ct

9316 Sombersby Ct, Laurel, MD 20723

Call (443) 955-8183
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,422

9220 Old Lantern Way Unit 1BED1BATH

9220 Old Lantern Way, Laurel, MD 20723
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,150

6634 Dovecote Dr

6634 Dovecote Dr, Columbia, MD 21044
1 BED

$1,305

Park View at Laurel

9895 Palace Hall Dr, Laurel, MD 20723
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Waverly Winds

10339 Twin Rivers Rd, Columbia, MD 21044
1 BED

$1,428

The Seasons

9220 Old Lantern Way, Laurel, MD 20723

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Living & Renting in Columbia

Columbia at a Glance

Average Rent

$1,919

(All bedrooms and property types)

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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 $1,898 / mo
1 Bedroom 773 Sq Ft $1,919 / mo
2 Bedrooms 1,028 Sq Ft $2,210 / mo
3 Bedrooms 1,293 Sq Ft $2,752 / mo
4 Bedrooms 1,742 Sq Ft $3,237 / mo

Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Columbia

(For 1 bedroom apartments)

Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
Jeffers Hill 846 Sq Ft $1,477/mo
Stevens Forest 788 Sq Ft $1,596/mo
Talbot Springs North 788 Sq Ft $1,596/mo
Phelps Luck 826 Sq Ft $1,693/mo
The Pines 751 Sq Ft $1,727/mo
Kings Contrivance 800 Sq Ft $1,730/mo
Huntington 756 Sq Ft $1,752/mo
Dickinson 756 Sq Ft $1,754/mo
Talbot Springs 822 Sq Ft $1,763/mo
Oakland Mills 793 Sq Ft $1,787/mo

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Getting Around Columbia

Transportation

Car-Dependent

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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

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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

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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

GreatSchools Rating

Hammond High

Public High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,287 Students

GreatSchools Rating

Wilde Lake High

Public High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,341 Students

GreatSchools Rating

Long Reach High

Public High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,714 Students

GreatSchools Rating

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

GreatSchools Rating

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

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