Apartments under $1,600 for Rent in Columbia, MD

189 Rentals

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1 BED

$1,490

Aspen at Lake Trail

5764 Stevens Forest Rd, Columbia, MD 21045

Call (667) 222-0233
1 BED

$1,545

Clarys Crossing

11311 Little Patuxent Pky, Columbia, MD 21044

Call (667) 200-1193
Discounts

Discounts

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1 BED

$1,549

The Hamilton at Kings Place

7525 Murray Hill Rd, Columbia, MD 21046

Call (667) 802-2857
Discounts

Discounts

1 BED

$1,499

Madison at Eden Brook

7310 Eden Brook Dr, Columbia, MD 21046

Call (240) 345-3986
Good Value

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1 BED

$1,521

The Bluffs at Clary's Forest Apartments

12100 Little Patuxent Pky, Columbia, MD 21044

Call (301) 804-1324
Good Value

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1 BED

$1,517

The Seasons

9220 Old Lantern Way, Laurel, MD 20723

Call (240) 679-8868
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1 BED

$1,470

Chatham Gardens

3372 N Chatham Rd, Ellicott City, MD 21042

Call (667) 200-1228
1 BED

$1,360

C Street Flats

24 C St, Laurel, MD 20707

Call (443) 329-5488
1 BED

$1,520

Sherwood Crossing

6731 Old Waterloo Rd, Elkridge, MD 21075

Call (667) 261-8892
1 BED

$1,508

Plum Tree Apartments

3463 Plum Tree Dr, Ellicott City, MD 21042

Call (443) 364-3148
1 BED

$1,588

The Brook At Columbia

5361 Brook Way, Columbia, MD 21044

Call (667) 261-8398
1 BED

$1,580

Columbia Choice Apartments

5351 Harpers Farm Rd, Columbia, MD 21044

Call (443) 315-2846
1 BED

$1,390

Monarch Mills Apartments

7213-7233 Oakland Mills Rd, Columbia, MD 21046

Call (301) 329-6730
1 BED

$1,528

Columbia Landing Apartments

8905 Tamar Dr, Columbia, MD 21045

Call (443) 917-3156
1 BED

$1,540

The Village at Elkridge

7100 Ducketts Ln, Elkridge, MD 21075

Call (443) 764-8139
1 BED

$1,086+

2 BEDS

$1,550+

Burgess Mill Station Apartments

3050 Milltowne Dr, Ellicott City, MD 21043

Call (443) 543-8302
1 BED

$808+

2 BEDS

$892+

Morningside Park

9950 Guilford Rd, Jessup, MD 20794

Call (443) 363-0973
1 BED

$1,460

The Verona at Oakland Mills

9650 White Acre Rd, Columbia, MD 21045

Call (443) 785-2694
1 BED

$1,435

The Timbers at Long Reach

8782 Cloudleap Ct, Columbia, MD 21045

Call (443) 331-4786
1 BED

$1,590

Gateway Village Apartments

9978 Guilford Rd, Jessup, MD 20794

Call (240) 786-1148
1 BED

$1,075

Selborne House of Dorsey Hall, Senior Living

5320 Dorsey Hall Dr, Ellicott City, MD 21042

Call (667) 802-2506
STUDIO

$1,299+

1 BED

$1,399+

Selborne House of Laurel, 62+ Senior Living

501 Main St, Laurel, MD 20707

Call (443) 979-8641
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,400

6636 Isle of Skye Dr

6636 Isle of Skye Dr, Highland, MD 20777

Call (531) 229-1174
1 BED

$1,400+

2 BEDS

$1,590+

Riverview Apartments

10 Riverview Ct, Laurel, MD 20707
1 BED

$1,585

Autumn Crest

5664 Stevens Forest Rd, Columbia, MD 21045
1 BED

$1,425

Columbia Commons

7601 Woodpark Ln, Columbia, MD 21046
1 BED

$1,067

Ellicott Gardens II

5505 Waterloo Rd, Ellicott City, MD 21043
1 BED

$1,087

Ellicott Gardens

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

$1,600

6003 Majors Ln Unit 8

6003 Majors Ln, Columbia, MD 21045

Call (240) 253-4479
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,600

9639 White Acre Rd

9639 White Acre Rd, Columbia, MD 21045
1 BED, 1 BATH

$975

3413 Centennial Ln

3413 Centennial Ln, Ellicott City, MD 21042

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

$1,200

6636 Isle of Skye Dr

6636 Isle of Skye Dr, Highland, MD 20777

Call (402) 405-8904
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,200

6636 Isle of Skye Dr Unit Room

6636 Isle of Skye Dr, Highland, MD 20777

Call (402) 405-8904
2 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS

$850

9655 Homestead Ct

9655 Homestead Ct, Laurel, MD 20723

Call (240) 871-9910
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,500

1 Hydeaway Ct

1 Hydeaway Ct, Highland, MD 20777

Call (202) 841-8098
1 BED, 1 BATH

$900

9668 Hastings Dr

9668 Hastings Dr, Columbia, MD 21046

Apply
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,600

4659 Montgomery Rd

4659 Montgomery Rd, Ellicott City, MD 21043

Apply
Rent Special

Rent Special

1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,400

9345 Reader Ln Unit A

9345 Reader Ln, Columbia, MD 21045
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,500

9377 Indian Camp Rd Unit A

9377 Indian Camp Rd, Columbia, MD 21045
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,600

9639 White Acre Rd Unit C-1

9639 White Acre Rd, Columbia, MD 21045
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$1,575

9329 Old Scaggsville Rd

9329 Old Scaggsville Rd, Laurel, MD 20723
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,550

3614 Court House Dr Unit 1C

3614 Court House Dr, Ellicott City, MD 21043

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Living & Renting in Columbia

Columbia at a Glance

Average Rent

$1,873

(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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Transportation in Columbia

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

Average Rental Rates and Apartment Sizes

Apartment Type Average Sq Ft Average Rent
Studio 552 Sq Ft $1,937 / mo
1 Bedroom 768 Sq Ft $1,873 / mo
2 Bedrooms 1,028 Sq Ft $2,144 / mo
3 Bedrooms 1,292 Sq Ft $2,671 / mo
4 Bedrooms 1,742 Sq Ft $3,130 / mo

Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Columbia

(For 1 bedroom apartments)

Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
Stevens Forest 741 Sq Ft $1,643/mo
Huntington 753 Sq Ft $1,675/mo
Kings Contrivance 771 Sq Ft $1,725/mo
Running Brook 725 Sq Ft $1,732/mo
Phelps Luck 801 Sq Ft $1,746/mo
Oakland Mills 778 Sq Ft $1,774/mo
Talbot Springs 793 Sq Ft $1,775/mo
Dickinson 778 Sq Ft $1,775/mo
Hobbit's Glen 783 Sq Ft $1,783/mo
Harper's Choice 768 Sq Ft $1,837/mo

Discover the cheapest neighborhoods in Columbia

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

High School Middle School Elementary School

GreatSchools Rating

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

GreatSchools Rating

Clemens Crossing Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

543 Students

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Apartments under $1,600 for Rent in Columbia, MD

Living & Renting in Columbia

Columbia at a Glance

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Columbia, MD Apartments for Rent

Why Columbia?

Renting in Columbia

Average Rental Rates and Apartment Sizes

Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Columbia

Getting Around Columbia

Transportation

Car-Dependent

Somewhat Bikeable

Some Transit

Education

Columbia Apartments for Rent in Your Budget

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