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Columbia, MO

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As the home of the mighty Mizzou, CoMo delivers college town energy and modern urban sophistication.

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At the heart of Missouri, Columbia is truly one of America’s greatest college towns. The University of Missouri sits right at the center of the city, and generally serves as the cultural hub for the wider community. Locals, whether connected directly to the university or not, regularly visit campus for sporting events, concerts, gallery exhibitions, lectures, and more. Just north of campus, Downtown Columbia features a thriving mix of coffee shops, restaurants, nightclubs, taverns, and performance venues, largely catering to the huge numbers of students from Mizzou, as well as the smaller Stephens College and Columbia College.

Of course, the community extends well beyond the collegiate environment at the city center. The University of Missouri Health Care system is the second-biggest employer in town, so the community of healthcare professionals in town is quite extensive. The cost of living is quite affordable, and there are numerous apartments and rental homes to fit any budget. The abundance of large public parks and recreation areas makes it easy for anyone to get outdoors for a pickup ball game or a leisurely stroll.

Rent Trends

As of February 2025, the average apartment rent in Columbia, MO is $639 for a studio, $1,100 for one bedroom, $1,122 for two bedrooms, and $1,422 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Columbia has increased by 7.1% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,100/month
708 Sq Ft
House
$1,553/month
1,206 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,391/month
1,248 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,573/month
1,370 Sq Ft
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Transportation

40

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

44

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

John Ridgeway Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

227 Students

9
out of 10

Mill Creek Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

593 Students

7
out of 10

Midway Heights Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

261 Students

7
out of 10

Mary Paxton Keeley Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

634 Students

6
out of 10

Rock Bridge Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

589 Students

6
out of 10

Ann Hawkins Gentry Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

719 Students

5
out of 10

Jefferson Jr. High School

Public

Grades 6-8

625 Students

5
out of 10

Smithton Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

521 Students

5
out of 10

Oakland Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

544 Students

3
out of 10

John B. Lange Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

529 Students

2
out of 10

Rock Bridge Senior High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,032 Students

6
out of 10

David H. Hickman High

Public

Grades PK & 9-12

2,044 Students

5
out of 10

Muriel Battle High School

Public

Grades PK & 9-12

1,581 Students

3
out of 10

Frederick Douglass High

Public

Grades PK-12

199 Students

1
out of 10

Delmar A Cobble School

Public

Grades K-12

11 Students

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Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Enns Entomology Museum
  • Big Muddy National Wildlife Refuge
  • Rock Bridge Memorial State Park
  • Finger Lakes State Park

Military Bases

Airports

  • Columbia Regional

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