Aspen at Lake Trail
5764 Stevens Forest Rd,
Columbia, MD 21045
$1,490 - $2,425
1-3 Beds
Columbia
Columbia, MD
Area Guide
Baltimore suburb celebrates diversity and nature.
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Welcome to Columbia, Maryland, located between Baltimore and Washington D.C. This planned community features ten distinct villages, each with its own shopping center, recreational facilities, and network of pathways. Current average rents range from $1,915 for one-bedroom units to $3,236 for four-bedroom homes. The community is home to three lakes—Kittamaqundi, Elkhorn, and Wilde Lake—connected by 80 miles of walking and biking paths. The Merriweather Post Pavilion, an outdoor amphitheater, hosts national touring acts throughout the year.
Columbia's village centers serve as neighborhood hubs, while The Mall in Columbia offers major retailers and dining options. The Columbia Association maintains 23 outdoor pools and several athletic facilities throughout the community. Howard Community College's main campus provides educational opportunities in Town Center. Established in 1967, Columbia has grown into a community of over 104,000 residents, consistently earning recognition as one of the most livable cities in the United States.
Explore the City
The black-eyed Susan is the Maryland state flower
Explore the natural beauty in Columbia's nearby parks
Rent Trends
As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Columbia, MD is $1,890 for a studio, $1,863 for one bedroom, $2,143 for two bedrooms, and $2,706 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Columbia has increased by 0.4% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,863/month
770 Sq Ft
House
$3,169/month
1,789 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,915/month
858 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,955/month
1,453 Sq Ft
Transportation
47
Car-Dependent
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
35
Some Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
40
Somewhat Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
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.
Schools
Public
Grades K-5
543 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
746 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
612 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
592 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
489 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
611 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
598 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
497 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
475 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,467 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,287 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,341 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,714 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,401 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Clark's Elioak Farm
- Browns Bridge Recreation Area
- Brighton Dam's Azalea Garden
- Pigtail Recreation Area
- Benjamin Banneker Historical Park and Museum
Transit / Subway
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall
- Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.