Columbia Lakes Apartments
2623 Columbia Lakes Dr,
Columbia, IL 62236
$925 - $1,356 | 1-3 Beds
Columbia
Columbia, IL
Area Guide
A fetching, family-friendly suburb off of the Mississippi
Small Business
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Charming
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Public Transit
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Family-Friendly
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Affordable
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Nestled near the Mississippi River and the Missouri-Illinois state border, Columbia is a charming little town in the suburbs of Illinois. Located about 15 miles south of Saint Louis, Columbia provides its residents with big-city proximity, and a short commute for those making daily travels to and from this major metropolis. And with easy access to Interstate 255, the commuter-friendly perks just keep on coming!
Great local restaurants add to the authenticity of this neighborhood. After you find your affordable house or apartment, check out Reifschneider’s Grill & Grape off of Main Street. Bolm-Schuhkraft Memorial City Park features monuments, an outdoor amphitheater, athletic fields, paved walking trails, and an array of community events. Great public schools like Columbia Middle School keep this city feeling family-friendly.
Rent Trends
As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Columbia, IL is $992 for one bedroom, $1,317 for two bedrooms, and $1,317 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Columbia has increased by 1.1% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$992/month
682 Sq Ft
Transportation
29
Car-Dependent
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
26
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 2-4
432 Students
8
Public
Grades 5-8
608 Students
5
Public
Grades PK-1
315 Students
Rating Unavailable
Public
Grades 5-8
608 Students
5
Public
Grades 9-12
635 Students
8
School data provided by
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Jefferson Barracks
- Cliff Cave Park
- Carondelet Park
- Bee Tree Park
- Willmore Park
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- St Louis Lambert International
- Scott AFB/Midamerica St Louis
