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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Off-street parking
  • In-unit laundry
  • Pet park
  • Pet friendly community

Location

5351 Harpers Farm Rd, Columbia, MD 21044, USA|Harpers Choice
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(844) 325-6048 ext. 1107

Property Overview

Columbia Choice Apartments offers an impressive overall Zumper expert rating of 8.9, reflecting a strong balance of price, value, and amenities, with both a price and amenities rating of 10. Its notable features include in-unit laundry, off-street parking, and a pet-friendly community, complemented by a location rating of 9 that ensures easy access to schools and public transport. The property also supports work-from-home lifestyles through dedicated common areas and high-speed internet, making it a highly desirable choice for renters.

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Zumper Expert Rating

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Columbia Choice Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Columbia Choice Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Work-from-home
  • Pet owners

Floor plans

5439051 bed1 bath743 sqft$1,655 /mo
5363041 bed1 bath743 sqft$1,685 /mo
5497061 bed1 bath743 sqft$1,685 /mo
5277021 bed1 bath743 sqft$1,774 /mo
5379062 bed1 bath927 sqft$1,805 /mo
5255022 bed1 bath927 sqft$1,805 /mo
5279052 bed1 bath927 sqft$1,835 /mo
5435022 bed2 bath975 sqft$1,900 /mo
5287022 bed2 bath975 sqft$1,920 /mo
5285052 bed2 bath975 sqft$1,920 /mo
5295062 bed1 bath927 sqft$2,025 /mo
5416052 bed1 bath927 sqft$2,025 /mo
5269012 bed1 bath927 sqft$2,025 /mo
5287032 bed2 bath975 sqft$2,164 /mo
5361033 bed2 bath1,171 sqft$2,404 /mo
5265053 bed2 bath1,171 sqft$2,695 /mo
5412013 bed2 bath1,171 sqft$2,695 /mo

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Amenities for Columbia Choice Apartments

Apartment Amenities

BalconyCarpet
Cherry CabinetsFreezer
Granite CountertopHardwood Floor
High CeilingsLarge Closets
Modern FloorplansWalk-in Closet

Appliances

Central A/CDishwasher
High/Vaulted CeilingIn-Unit Laundry
Range/OvenRefrigerator
Stainless Steel Appliances

Tech

Cable ReadyHigh-Speed Internet
Internet Café

Building

Business CenterCats OK
ClubhouseControlled Access
Disability AccessDogs OK
Internet CafeOnsite Laundry
Residents Lounge

Grounds

BarbecueBocce Ball
Off-Street ParkingOutdoor Space
Picnic AreasPlayground

Services

On-Site MaintenanceOnline Community Portal
Package ServiceTrash Removal Included

Neighborhood

Near Golf Course

Other

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Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Year built1974
Units234
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About Columbia Choice Apartments

HomeApartments in ColumbiaHarpers Choice Columbia Choice Apartments

Columbia Choice Apartments is a Columbia Apartment located at 5351 Harpers Farm Road. The property features 1 - 3 BR rental units available starting at $1655. Amenities include Dogs Ok, Cats Ok, Pet Friendly Community, Pet Park, and In-Unit Laundry. Trash Removal Included included. Off-Street Parking parking available. Contact us for a showing.


Year Built: 1974

Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Columbia Choice Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Columbia Choice Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Columbia Choice Apartments
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Columbia Choice Apartments offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Columbia Choice Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including barbecue. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Columbia Choice Apartments receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Columbia Choice Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·7A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust Columbia Choice Apartments to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Columbia Choice Apartments provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Columbia Choice Apartments is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Common areas for meetings or remote work
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 2 dog parks within 1 mile
  • 3 pet supply stores near the property
  • 2 pet hospitals in the area

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Columbia Choice Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.3 mile away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Pet friendly
This property allows pets
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

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Rent trends in Harpers Choice

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 3% lower than 1-bedrooms in Harpers Choice.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Columbia Choice Apartments to be 5% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Harpers Choice.

3-bedroom apartments at Columbia Choice Apartments cost about 1% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Harpers Choice.

Median rents as of Feb 28 2026.
Harpers Choice
Columbia
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Columbia
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$1,969
April 2024$1,979
May 2024$1,937
June 2024$1,950
July 2024$2,003
August 2024$2,028
September 2024$2,001
October 2024$2,006
November 2024$1,920
December 2024$1,962
January 2025$1,985
February 2025$1,992
March 2025$1,956
April 2025$1,975
May 2025$2,013
June 2025$1,993
July 2025$1,982
August 2025$2,023
September 2025$2,011
October 2025$2,015
November 2025$2,072
December 2025$2,015
January 2026$1,966
February 2026$1,903
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Harpers Choice
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$1,673
April 2024$1,797
May 2024$1,874
June 2024$1,874
July 2024$1,874
August 2024$1,874
September 2024$1,874
October 2024$1,846
November 2024$1,748
December 2024$1,719
January 2025$1,728
February 2025$1,748
March 2025$1,784
April 2025$1,798
May 2025$1,812
June 2025$1,780
July 2025$1,783
August 2025$1,885
September 2025$1,882
October 2025$1,832
November 2025$1,731
December 2025$1,668
January 2026$1,703
February 2026$1,713

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Rent-to-income ratio

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Schools near Columbia Choice Apartments

Longfellow Elementary School

5470 hesperus dr

columbia, MD, 21044

PK, K-5Public
A-

Cedar Lane Special Center

11630 scaggsville rd

fulton, MD, 20759

PK, K-12Public

Hanover Hills

7030 banbury dr

hanover, MD, 21076

PK, K-5Public
B+

Bayard Rustin Elementary School

332 w edmonston dr

rockville, MD, 20852

PK, K-5Public
A
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Getting around Columbia near 5351 Harpers Farm Rd

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 5351 Harpers Farm Rd, Columbia

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

6/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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