How much is the average rent in Columbia, MO for 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments?

Columbia's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $1,000 per month, while two-bedroom units rent for around $1,100 monthly. These figures represent increases from the previous year, with one-bedrooms up 6.7% and two-bedrooms rising 7.3%.

When is the best time to look for an apartment in Columbia, MO?

Columbia's rental market shows a 16% price difference between peak and off-peak months, with January offering the lowest rents of the year. July represents the most expensive and competitive period with the highest demand relative to available inventory, making winter months like January ideal for securing lower prices.

What are the best neighborhoods to rent an apartment in Columbia, MO?

Columbia's most vibrant neighborhoods include Douglass Park, North Central Columbia, Grasslands, and Downtown Columbia, which offer high walk scores, strong transit access, and active restaurant scenes. These areas provide the neighborhood density and street infrastructure that create thriving community hubs for social connectivity.

What areas of Columbia, MO are best for budget-conscious renters?

East Campus offers one-bedroom apartments for around $880 per month, 13% below the city median, while Tenth Hitt Elm Locust provides rentals at around $850 monthly, 15% below median. Rockbridge also presents affordable options with median rents around $1,020, making these neighborhoods ideal for budget-focused renters.

Are there pet-friendly apartments in Columbia, MO?

Columbia welcomes pets with 66% of rental listings offering pet-friendly policies. Country Club Estates, Parkade, Vanderveen Crossing, and College Park provide the best options for pet owners, featuring outdoor spaces, dog parks, pet-safe windows, specialized flooring, and amenities like pet waste stations and grooming facilities.

Are utilities usually included in rent in Columbia, MO?

Columbia rentals rarely include utilities, with only 34 total listings offering utilities included, representing just 0.05% of available apartments. One-bedroom apartments show the highest rate at 0.20% of listings, while studios, two-bedrooms, and three-bedrooms each have minimal utility-included options.

Cheap Apartments for Rent in Columbia, MO

270 rentals

2d ago

7.7

Very good

5904 Kent

5904 N Kent Dr, Columbia, MO 65202

Affordable

2 beds

1 bath

$750

Apartment for rent

3d ago

7.8

Very good

408 N. Eighth St.

408 N 8th St, Columbia, MO 65201

Affordable

2 beds

1 bath

$810

Apartment for rent

4d ago

8.8

Very good

Meadowvale Ct. 2103

2103 Meadowvale Ct, Columbia, MO 65202

Affordable | Air conditioning | Outdoor space

2 beds

1 bath

$850

Apartment for rent

5d+ ago

8.6

Very good

213 Waugh St

213 Waugh St, Columbia, MO 65201

Affordable | Oven

2–12 beds

1–5 baths

$850–$4,800

Apartment for rent

5d+ ago

Cheap White Gate apartment for rent in Columbia

2504 Quail Dr #A, Columbia, MO 65202

Affordable

2 beds

1 bath

$850

Apartment for rent

Available Aug 1

5d+ ago

Cheap Northland - Parker house for rent in Columbia

Affordable | Assigned parking | Microwave

2 beds

1 bath

$865

House for rent

Nearby rental good for eco-living

$850–$4,800

213 Waugh St

Nearby rental good for pet owners

$750

4522 W Bellview Dr

5d+ ago

Cheap Northland - Parker house for rent in Columbia

Affordable | In-unit laundry

2 beds

1 bath

$865

House for rent

Top amenities

In-Unit Laundry

2d ago

7.8

Very good

1205 - 1209 Paquin St

1205 Paquin St, Columbia, MO 65201

Affordable

2 beds

1 bath

$900

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4d ago

7.8

Very good

100 N. Keene St.

100 N Keene St, Columbia, MO 65201

Affordable

2 beds

2 baths

$900

Apartment for rent

5d+ ago

9.1

Excellent

1804 Sylvan Ln

1804 Sylvan Ln, Columbia, MO 65202

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Assigned parking

2 beds

1 bath

$925

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

In-Unit Laundry

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$900

1205 Paquin St

$900

100 N Keene St

5d+ ago

Cheap house for rent in Columbia

7316 N Wade School Rd #3, Columbia, MO 65202

Affordable | Assigned parking | Microwave

2 beds

1 bath

$925

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5d+ ago

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7313 N Moberly Dr #D, Columbia, MO 65202

Affordable | Assigned parking | Microwave

2 beds

1 bath

$925

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5d+ ago

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7304 N Wade School Rd #6, Columbia, MO 65202

Affordable | Assigned parking

2 beds

1 bath

$925

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5d+ ago

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701 W Cunningham Dr #3, Columbia, MO 65202

Affordable | Assigned parking

2 beds

1 bath

$925

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5d+ ago

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7313 N Moberly Dr #A, Columbia, MO 65202

Affordable | Assigned parking | Dishwasher

2 beds

1 bath

$925

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Affordable | Assigned parking

2 beds

1 bath

$925

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7312 N Wade School Rd #2, Columbia, MO 65202

Affordable | Assigned parking | Microwave

2 beds

1 bath

$925

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Affordable | Assigned parking

2 beds

1 bath

$925

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5d+ ago

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7301 N Moberly Dr #B, Columbia, MO 65202

Affordable | Assigned parking

2 beds

1 bath

$925

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5d+ ago

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7309 N Moberly Dr #C, Columbia, MO 65202

Affordable | Assigned parking

2 beds

1 bath

$925

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5d+ ago

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7308 N Wade School Rd #C, Columbia, MO 65202

Affordable | Assigned parking

2 beds

1 bath

$925

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5d+ ago

Cheap house for rent in Columbia

7309 N Moberly Dr #B, Columbia, MO 65202

Affordable | Assigned parking

2 beds

1 bath

$925

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5d+ ago

Cheap apartment for rent in Columbia

7312 N Wade School Rd #3, Columbia, MO 65202

Affordable | Assigned parking

2 beds

1 bath

$925

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5d+ ago

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701 W Cunningham Dr #1, Columbia, MO 65202

Affordable | Assigned parking

2 beds

1 bath

$925

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5d+ ago

Cheap house for rent in Columbia

7308 N Wade School Rd #A, Columbia, MO 65202

Affordable | Assigned parking

2 beds

1 bath

$925

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5d+ ago

Cheap apartment for rent in Columbia

Affordable | Assigned parking

2 beds

1 bath

$925

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4410 Brown Station Rd #20 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Cheap house for rent in Columbia

For Sale: 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom | Park Village 20

4410 Brown Station Rd #20, Columbia, MO 65202

Affordable | Storage | On-site management

2 beds

1 bath

$934

House for rent

Available Feb 28

Top amenities

On-Site Management

4916 Brown Station Rd #1B - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Cheap house for rent in Columbia

For Sale: 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom | Tiger Village 1B

4916 Brown Station Rd #1B, Columbia, MO 65202

Affordable | Storage | On-site management

3 beds

2 baths

$938

House for rent

Available May 27

Top amenities

On-Site Management

2d ago

7.8

Very good

2600-02 Braemore Rd.

2600 Braemore Rd, Columbia, MO 65203

Affordable

2 beds

1 bath

$950

Apartment for rent

4d ago

8.5

Very good

Parkside Dr.

Parkside Dr, Columbia, MO 65202

Affordable

2 beds

1 bath

$950

Apartment for rent

4d ago

7.7

Very good

235 Apple Tree Court

235 Apple Tree Ct, Columbia, MO 65203

Affordable

2 beds

1 bath

$950

Apartment for rent

5d+ ago

Cheap apartment for rent in Columbia

108 Sieville 108 - #104, Columbia, MO 65203

Affordable | Dishwasher | Ceiling fan

2 beds

1 bath

$950

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5d+ ago

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Parkside Dr. - 1600-3

Parks Edge Pl, Columbia, MO 65202

Affordable

2 beds

1 bath

$950

Apartment for rent

Available May 1

5d+ ago

Cheap White Gate apartment for rent in Columbia

2905 N Willowbrook Rd - B

2905 N Willowbrook Rd #B, Columbia, MO 65202

Affordable | On-site laundry | Garage parking

3 beds

1.5 baths

$950

Apartment for rent

Available Jun 12

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Carpet

On-Site Laundry

Storage

5d+ ago

Cheap apartment for rent in Columbia

3BR/1.5BA

4425 E Santa Anna Dr, Columbia, MO 65201

Affordable

3 beds

1.5 baths

$975

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5d+ ago

Cheap Blueridge house for rent in Columbia

Affordable | Assigned parking | Microwave

2 beds

1 bath

$975

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Cheap Blueridge house for rent in Columbia

Affordable | Assigned parking

2 beds

1 bath

$975

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2 beds

1 bath

$975

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Affordable | Assigned parking

2 beds

1 bath

$975

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Affordable | In-unit laundry | Assigned parking

2 beds

1 bath

$975

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Top amenities

In-Unit Laundry

5d+ ago

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Affordable | Assigned parking | Microwave

2 beds

1 bath

$975

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Affordable | Microwave

2 beds

1 bath

$975

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5d+ ago

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2904 Leeway Dr, Columbia, MO 65202

Affordable | Assigned parking | Microwave

2 beds

1 bath

$975

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5d+ ago

Cheap apartment for rent in Columbia

108 Sieville 108 - #111, Columbia, MO 65203

Affordable | Dishwasher

2 beds

1 bath

$975

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5d+ ago

Cheap Blueridge house for rent in Columbia

Affordable | Microwave

2 beds

1 bath

$975

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5d+ ago

Cheap Blueridge apartment for rent in Columbia

2810 Leeway Dr, Columbia, MO 65202

Affordable | Microwave

2 beds

1 bath

$975

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5d+ ago

Cheap Blueridge house for rent in Columbia

Affordable | Assigned parking | Microwave

2 beds

1 bath

$975

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5d+ ago

Cheap Blueridge house for rent in Columbia

2812 Leeway Dr, Columbia, MO 65202

Affordable | Assigned parking | Microwave

2 beds

1 bath

$975

House for rent

2d ago

8.8

Very good

Stadium Apartments

1301 Old 63 S, Columbia, MO 65201

Affordable | On-site laundry | Dishwasher

2 beds

1 bath

$995–$1,245

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Furnished

Microwave

On-Site Laundry

On-Site Management

Roof Deck

Swimming Pool

2d ago

Excellent

Eastgate Apartments

1800 E Broadway, Columbia, MO 65201

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Dishwasher

2 beds

1 bath

$995–$1,100

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Dishwasher

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

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