What are the cheapest neighborhoods to rent an apartment in Columbia, MD?

The most affordable neighborhoods to rent an apartment in Columbia, MD are Stevens Forest , Talbot Springs , and Oakland Mills , where rent prices are below the city average of $1,854.

What is considered a cheap rent price in Columbia, MD?

In Columbia MD, rent is considered cheap when it's under $1,500 per month; that's 20% less than the city's median rent of $1,854.

How many cheap apartments are available in Columbia, MD?

There are 198 affordable apartments for rent in Columbia, MD, starting from $1,854/month.

Are there rent specials available in Columbia, MD?

There are 553 apartments in Columbia, MD with rent specials such as discounted deposits, waived fees, or a first month of free rent.

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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Columbia MD

198 Rentals

Aspen at Lake Trail

5764 Stevens Forest Rd, Columbia, MD 21045
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1 Bed

$1,490+

2 Beds

$1,749+

3 Beds

$2,125+

Specials

Pets Allowed Fitness Center Pool In Unit Washer & Dryer Playground
Madison at Eden Brook

7310 Eden Brook Dr, Columbia, MD 21046
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2 Beds

$1,824+

Discounts

Pets Allowed Fitness Center Pool Dishwasher Refrigerator Kitchen
The Bluffs at Clary's Forest Apartments

12100 Little Patuxent Pky, Columbia, MD 21044
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Matterport 3D Tours
1 Bed

$1,521+

2 Beds

$1,802+

Pets Allowed Kitchen Balcony Maintenance on site CableReady Patio
The Hamilton at Kings Place

7525 Murray Hill Rd, Columbia, MD 21046
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Matterport 3D Tours
1 Bed

$1,649

2 Beds

$1,849+

Discounts

Pets Allowed Fitness Center Dishwasher Refrigerator Kitchen In Unit Washer & Dryer
The Seasons

9220 Old Lantern Way, Laurel, MD 20723
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Matterport 3D Tours
1 Bed

$1,408+

2 Beds

$1,679+

3 Beds

$2,151+

Pets Allowed Fitness Center Dishwasher Kitchen In Unit Washer & Dryer Walk-In Closets
Columbia Landing Apartments

8905 Tamar Dr, Columbia, MD 21045
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Matterport 3D Tours
1 Bed

$1,528

2 Beds

$1,743
Monarch Mills Apartments

7213-7233 Oakland Mills Rd, Columbia, MD 21046
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Matterport 3D Tours
1 Bed

$1,390+

2 Beds

$1,655+

3 Beds

$2,580
Beech's Farm

7260 Eden Brook Dr, Columbia, MD 21046

1 Bed

$1,615+

2 Beds

$1,860+

3 Beds

$2,395+
The Verona at Oakland Mills

9650 White Acre Rd, Columbia, MD 21045

1 Bed

$1,535
Harpers Forest

5980 Turnabout Ln, Columbia, MD 21044

1 Bed

$1,659+

2 Beds

$1,799+

3 Beds+

$2,339+
The Timbers at Long Reach

8782 Cloudleap Ct, Columbia, MD 21045

2 Beds

$1,735
Selborne House of Laurel, 62+ Senior Living

501 Main St, Laurel, MD 20707

Studio

$1,299

1 Bed

$1,399+
1 Bed

$1,515+

2 Beds

$1,880+

3 Beds

$2,045

Autumn Crest

5664 Stevens Forest Rd, Columbia, MD 21045
1 Bed

$1,425+

2 Beds

$1,875+

Columbia Commons

7601 Woodpark Ln, Columbia, MD 21046
2 Beds

$1,895

House for Rent

5675 Harpers Farm Rd, Columbia, MD 21044
$2,400

Condo for Rent

5005 Green Mountain Cir Unit 4, Columbia, MD 21044

3 Beds | 2 Baths | 1,197 sq ft
$2,500

Townhome for Rent

6305 Loring Dr, Columbia, MD 21045

3 Beds | 4 Baths | 1,992 sq ft
$2,000

Condo for Rent

9633 White Acre Rd, Columbia, MD 21045

2 Beds | 2 Baths | 953 sq ft
3 Beds

$2,650

House for Rent

9593 Donnan Castle Ct, Laurel, MD 20723
$2,475

Townhome for Rent

9570 Standon Pl, Columbia, MD 21045

3 Beds | 1.5 Baths | 1,300 sq ft
$2,500

Townhome for Rent

10746 Green Mountain Cir, Columbia, MD 21044

3 Beds | 2.5 Baths
$2,000

Apartment for Rent

9633 White Acre Rd Unit C2, Columbia, MD 21045

2 Beds | 1.5 Baths | 953 sq ft
$2,400

Apartment for Rent

5005 Green Mountain Cir Unit 4, Columbia, MD 21044

3 Beds | 2 Baths
$2,100

Apartment for Rent

9150 Gracious End Ct Unit 103, Columbia, MD 21046

2 Beds | 2 Baths
$2,600

Townhome for Rent

9622 Lambeth Ct, Columbia, MD 21046

3 Beds | 2.5 Baths
$2,100

Apartment for Rent

11510 Little Patuxent Pkwy Unit 407, Columbia, MD 21044

2 Beds | 2 Baths | 843 sq ft
$2,400

Apartment for Rent

5960 Millrace Ct Unit B301, Columbia, MD 21045

3 Beds | 2 Baths
$1,650

Apartment for Rent

8875 Tamebird Ct Unit J, Columbia, MD 21045

2 Beds | 1 Bath | 938 sq ft
$2,600

Townhome for Rent

6016 Wild Ginger Ct, Columbia, MD 21044

3 Beds | 2 Baths
$2,300

Townhome for Rent

5539 Green Dory Ln, Columbia, MD 21044

3 Beds | 1.5 Baths
$1,650

House for Rent

6919 Bugledrum Way, Columbia, MD 21045

2 Beds | 2 Baths | 700 sq ft
$2,600

Apartment for Rent

9060 Gracious End Ct Unit 201, Columbia, MD 21046

3 Beds | 2 Baths
$2,600

Townhome for Rent

8916 Pembrook Woods, Laurel, MD 20723

3 Beds | 2.5 Baths
$2,334

Apartment for Rent

9220 Old Lantern Way Unit 3BED2BATH, Laurel, MD 20723

3 Beds | 2 Baths
$2,600

Townhome for Rent

11247 Snowflake Ct, Columbia, MD 21044

3 Beds | 1.5 Baths | 1,064 sq ft
$1,630

Condo for Rent

5923 Tamar Dr Unit 5 #P17, Columbia, MD 21045

2 Beds | 1 Bath | 908 sq ft
$1,899

Condo for Rent

10547 Twin Rivers Rd Unit F-2, Columbia, MD 21044

2 Beds | 1 Bath | 757 sq ft
$2,200

Townhome for Rent

8843 Hayshed Ln, Columbia, MD 21045

3 Beds | 1 Bath | 1,600 sq ft
$1,799

Condo for Rent

9633 White Acre Rd Unit C3, Columbia, MD 21045

2 Beds | 1.5 Baths | 953 sq ft
$1,789

Condo for Rent

9633 White Acre Rd Unit B4, Columbia, MD 21045

2 Beds | 1.5 Baths | 1,000 sq ft
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Columbia, MD Cheap Apartments for Rent

Whether you're on a budget or just looking to save, there are plenty of ways to find cheap apartments in Columbia. Start by defining your list of apartment “must-haves.” What features can you not live without? If you want to live within walking distance to your favorite downtown locations, you may find that a smaller apartment of fewer amenities are a fair trade-off. Rent prices in Columbia tend to be higher near the city center. For better deals, explore neighborhoods farther out where rents can be lower and apartment sizes may be larger. Look for areas with a higher number of available rental units — landlords with more vacancies are often more willing to offer incentives like lower rent or flexible lease terms. Keep an eye on listings for budget-friendly apartments that meet your core needs while offering a reasonable commute and access to the amenities you want.

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Columbia, MD Rental Insights

: The most affordable neighborhoods to rent an apartment in Columbia, MD are Stevens Forest, Talbot Springs, and Oakland Mills, where rent prices are below the city average of $1,854.
: In Columbia MD, rent is considered cheap when it's under $1,500 per month; that's 20% less than the city's median rent of $1,854.
: There are 198 affordable apartments for rent in Columbia, MD, starting from $1,854/month.
: There are 553 apartments in Columbia, MD with rent specials such as discounted deposits, waived fees, or a first month of free rent.