Downtown Columbia

Columbia, MO

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Downtown Columbia - Columbia, MO

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A charming urban neighborhood bursting with character

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This homey neighborhood lies a short drive or within the walking distance of Downtown Columbia's most renowned hot spots. The Blue Note jazz club on North 9th Street hosts international acts such as Arcade Fire and the Red Hot Chili Peppers as well as local groups. Restaurants and bars abound on Cherry Street, bringing with them the culinary culture of Missouri. With roomy apartments, sun-filled lofts, and an ambiance both hip and homespun, Downtown Columbia, Missouri welcomes new residents with a variety of living spaces.

Columbia values its artists so public artwork is everywhere, from murals found in the Boone County Courthouse on East Walnut Street and the Guitar Building on North Eighth Street to the Artrageous Weekend held in the fall on South 10th Street. This family-friendly festival celebrates Missouri's artists with the help of local businessmen and restaurateurs.

Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Downtown Columbia is $960 for a studio, $2,003 for one bedroom, $1,498 for two bedrooms, and $2,476 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Downtown Columbia has increased by 1.5% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 510 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $960/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 594 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,003/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 1,007 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,498/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 859 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,476/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

97

Walker's Paradise

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Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.

72

Very Bikeable

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This area is very bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.

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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