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Highlights

  • Open layout
  • Prime location
  • Walk-in closet
  • Fully equipped kitchen
  • Convenient location
  • Spacious living area

Location

1218 Columbia St, Lafayette, IN 47901, USA|St. Mary's
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Management

BK Management

Leasing office

(765) 637-0208

Property Overview

Columbia Square Apartments offers strong overall value with an 8.6/10 expert rating, highlighted by a perfect price score, excellent amenities, and a prime, convenient location. Residents can enjoy an open layout, spacious living areas, walk-in closets, and fully equipped kitchens, along with transparent, trustworthy property information. Its vibrant surroundings—featuring abundant restaurants, event hubs, cultural spots, and proximity to well-rated schools—make it especially appealing for an active social life.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Columbia Square Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Columbia Square 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
  • Elementary school nearby
  • Walk-in closet

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath600 sqft$1,029 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to our 1 Bedroom Close To Downtown apartment in Lafayette, IN. This cozy and modern apartment offers a convenient location and all the essential amenities you need for comfortable living. With 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom, this apartment is perfect for anyone looking for a compact yet functional living space. Inside the apartment, you'll find a fully equipped kitchen featuring a stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, and microwave. Whether you're a seasoned chef or just enjoy cooking the occasional meal, this kitchen has everything you need to whip up your favorite dishes. The open layout seamlessly connects the kitchen to the living area, creating a spacious and inviting atmosphere. The bedroom boasts ample space and features a walk-in closet, providing plenty of storage for your belongings. You'll have no trouble keeping your living space organized and clutter-free. The bathroom is clean and well-maintained, offering a relaxing space to unwind after a long day. In terms of parking, street parking is available, ensuring you have a convenient place to park your vehicle. Located close to downtown Lafayette, you'll have easy access to a variety of shops, restaurants, and entertainment options. Whether you're looking to explore the vibrant city or simply enjoy a leisurely stroll, this apartment's location is ideal. At our 1 Bedroom Close To Downtown apartment, we prioritize your comfort and convenience. With its well-appointed amenities and prime location, this apartment is the perfect place to call home. Don't miss out on this opportunity to experience comfortable living in Lafayette, IN. Contact us today to schedule a tour and see for yourself what this apartment has to offer. https kuula co share collection 7PlWq?fs=1&vr=1&sd=1&initload=0&thumbs=1&chromeless=1&logo=0

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Amenities for Columbia Square Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Walk-in Closet

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
MicrowaveRange
RefrigeratorStove
Washer and Dryer

Grounds

Assigned Parking
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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Parking Policy

Assigned Parking

Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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Building details

Property details

Units6
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About Columbia Square Apartments

HomeApartments in LafayetteSt. Mary's Columbia Square Apartments

Welcome to our 1 Bedroom Close To Downtown apartment in Lafayette, IN. This cozy and modern apartment offers a convenient location and all the essential amenities you need for comfortable living. With 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom, this apartment is perfect for anyone looking for a compact yet functional living space. Inside the apartment, you'll find a fully equipped kitchen featuring a stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, and microwave. Whether you're a seasoned chef or just enjoy cooking the occasional meal, this kitchen has everything you need to whip up your favorite dishes. The open layout seamlessly connects the kitchen to the living area, creating a spacious and inviting atmosphere. The bedroom boasts ample space and features a walk-in closet, providing plenty of storage for your belongings. You'll have no trouble keeping your living space organized and clutter-free. The bathroom is clean and well-maintained, offering a relaxing space to unwind after a long day. In terms of parking, street parking is available, ensuring you have a convenient place to park your vehicle. Located close to downtown Lafayette, you'll have easy access to a variety of shops, restaurants, and entertainment options. Whether you're looking to explore the vibrant city or simply enjoy a leisurely stroll, this apartment's location is ideal. At our 1 Bedroom Close To Downtown apartment, we prioritize your comfort and convenience. With its well-appointed amenities and prime location, this apartment is the perfect place to call home. Don't miss out on this opportunity to experience comfortable living in Lafayette, IN. Contact us today to schedule a tour and see for yourself what this apartment has to offer. https kuula co share collection 7PlWq?fs=1&vr=1&sd=1&initload=0&thumbs=1&chromeless=1&logo=0


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.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Columbia Square Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Columbia Square 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 Square 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 Square 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 Square Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including assigned parking. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Columbia Square 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 Square 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·6A 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 Columbia Square Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Columbia Square Apartments is great for:

Social life

  • 73 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 19 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby
  • 53 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile
  • 11 local event hubs within 1 mile

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 Square Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

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Rent trends in St. Mary's

1-bedroom apartments at Columbia Square Apartments cost about 8% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in St. Mary's.

Median rents as of May 2 2026.
St. Mary's
Lafayette
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Lafayette
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$997
June 2024$991
July 2024$987
August 2024$974
September 2024$1,048
October 2024$1,028
November 2024$1,004
December 2024$995
January 2025$1,008
February 2025$995
March 2025$984
April 2025$950
May 2025$945
June 2025$961
July 2025$992
August 2025$966
September 2025$947
October 2025$947
November 2025$935
December 2025$980
January 2026$969
February 2026$991
March 2026$973
April 2026$970
May 2026$975
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in St. Mary's
MonthMedian Rent
April 2025$850
May 2025$791
June 2025$759
March 2026$871
April 2026$950
May 2026$950

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$41,160/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $41,160 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,029.
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Schools near Columbia Square Apartments

Murdock Elementary School

2100 cason st

lafayette, IN, 47904

K-4Public
B+

Bauer Family Resource - Copper Gate

3130 coppergate circle

lafayette, IN, 47909

PKPublic
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Getting around Lafayette near 1218 Columbia St

Walking

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

Driving

9/10
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

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 1218 Columbia St, Lafayette

Groceries

4/10
At least one grocery store within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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