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  7. Good Value
    STUDIO
    $1,756+
    1 BED
    $1,936+
    2 BEDS
    $3,026+
    3 BEDS
    $4,895+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,722 - $5,258
    Required Monthly Fees$34
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,756 - $5,292

    Marlow

    6200 Valencia Ln, Columbia, MD 21044
    (240) 570-7050
  11. Discounts
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    1 BED
    $1,876+
    2 BEDS
    $1,878+
    3 BEDS
    $2,855+

    Cedar Place

    5458 Harpers Farm Rd, Columbia, MD 21044
    (443) 419-7288
  14. $447 Off
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    1 BED
    $1,422+
    2 BEDS
    $1,616+
    3 BEDS
    $2,304+

    The Seasons

    9220 Old Lantern Way, Laurel, MD 20723
    (240) 679-8868
  17. Good Value
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    1 BED
    $1,796+
    2 BEDS
    $2,308+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,760 - $2,550
    Required Monthly Fees$35
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,795 - $2,585

    Paragon At Columbia Overlook

    8151 Robinson Jefferson Dr, Elkridge, MD 21075
    (667) 261-8058
  27. 1 BED
    $1,783+
    2 BEDS
    $2,109+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,783 - $2,730
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,783 - $2,730

    Verde at Howard Square West

    7500 Hearthside Way, Elkridge, MD 21075
    (443) 960-7515
  28. 1 BED
    $1,712+
    2 BEDS
    $1,743+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,680 - $2,111
    Required Monthly Fees$31
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,711 - $2,142

    Sherwood Crossing

    6731 Old Waterloo Rd, Elkridge, MD 21075
    (667) 261-8892
  29. 1 BED
    $1,945+
    2 BEDS
    $2,351+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,945 - $2,555
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,945 - $2,555

    Verde at Howard Square East

    7600 Hearthside Way, Elkridge, MD 21075
    (667) 274-0671
  32. STUDIO
    $2,107+
    1 BED
    $1,973+
    2 BEDS
    $3,114+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,902 - $3,362
    Required Monthly Fees$71
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,973 - $3,433

    Juniper

    6000 Merriweather Dr, Columbia, MD 21044
    (443) 543-8347
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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

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Atholton High

Public High School

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Grades 9-12
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Hammond High

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Wilde Lake High

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Long Reach High

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Oakland Mills High

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Wilde Lake Middle

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Lake Elkhorn Middle

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Grades 6-8
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Harpers Choice Middle

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Grades 6-8
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Oakland Mills Middle

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Clemens Crossing Elementary

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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 $1,892.

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

The average rent for a studio apartment in Columbia, MD is $1,907.

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 $1,892.

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 $2,165.

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 $2,690.

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 $2,891.

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