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1,578 Apartments for Rent in Columbia, MD

Apartments for Rent in Columbia, MD

Columbia is a lush, inclusive community situated about halfway between Baltimore and Washington, DC. A particularly unique aspect of Columbia is its planning, which celebrates socioeconomic diversity. Ranked Money Magazine’s #1 Small City to Live In, Columbia is the second most populous city in Maryland after Baltimore.

Full of trees and natural features, Columbia takes great pride in its natural beauty. Popular outdoor venues in Columbia include Lake Kittamaqundi, Centennial Park, Lake Elkhorn Park, and Robinson Nature Center. Columbia is also home to the expansive Mall in Columbia, boasting high-end department stores and over 200 specialty shops. Plays, concerts, and dance performances are always happening at Jim Rouse Theatre and Performing Arts Center.

Should you seek the excitement of a bigger city, Columbia sits just 20 miles south of Baltimore and 29 miles north of Washington, DC. Access to Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Airport as well as I-95 and U.S. 29 makes traveling and commuting from Columbia simple.


Columbia, MD Rental Insights

Average Rent Rates

What is the average rent in Columbia, MD?

The average rent in Columbia is $1,877. When you rent an apartment in Columbia, you can expect to pay as little as $1,877 or as much as $2,720, depending on the location and the size of the apartment.

What is the average rent of a Studio apartment in Columbia, MD?

The average rent for a studio apartment in Columbia, MD is $1,910 per month.

What is the average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Columbia, MD?

The average rent for a one bedroom apartment in Columbia, MD is $1,877 per month.

What is the average rent of a 2 bedroom apartment in Columbia, MD?

The average rent for a two bedroom apartment in Columbia, MD is $2,201 per month.

What is the average rent of a 3 bedroom apartment in Columbia, MD?

The average rent for a three bedroom apartment in Columbia, MD is $2,720 per month.

Transportation

How transit friendly is Columbia, MD?

Transit options in Columbia vary, but overall, it has a transit score of 35.

Education

What are the top Elementary schools in Columbia, MD?

In Columbia, you’ll find top-ranking elementary schools like Clemens Crossing Elementary, Waterloo Elementary, and Atholton Elementary.

What are the top middle schools in Columbia, MD?

Columbia is home to some top-ranking middle schools, including Wilde Lake Middle, Oakland Mills Middle, and Lake Elkhorn Middle.

What are the top high schools in Columbia, MD?

Moving is tough for high school students! Look for Columbia apartments near top-ranking high schools like Atholton High, Wilde Lake High, and Hammond High.

What colleges and universities are in Columbia, MD?

If you’re a student moving to an apartment in Columbia, you’ll have access to Howard Community College, CCBC Cantonsville, and UMBC.

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