Bedroom count
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Last updated on August 3, 2026
Average rent in
Columbia, MO
Average rent in
Last updated on August 3, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Columbia rent stands today
Columbia, MO rent rose 3.3% year over year, with a current median of $1,395/month. Renters today are paying $37 less per month on average than last year, with rent holding steady month to month after recent gains.
Compared to national trends
Columbia sits 28.1% more affordable than the $1,940/month national median, offering a more accessible rental market for those seeking value in a mid-sized metro with 405 total rentals.
Price ranges
Studio rents in Columbia run around $1,412/month, with 1-bedrooms and 2-bedrooms both near $1,075 to $1,100/month, while 3-bedrooms reach $1,500/month and 4+ bedrooms $1,650/month. Houses rent for a median of $1,500/month compared to $1,250/month for apartments, consistent with the market's roughly even split between houses and apartments.
Neighborhood spotlight
Woodrail rents fell 59.2% year over year to $1,225/month across 23 rentals, and University Park dropped 51.0% to $1,175/month across 20 rentals. These declines contrast with the citywide 3.3% rise, showing localized cooling in these neighborhoods.
Median rent
Median rent in Columbia
$1,395/mo
3%vs previous year
The average rent in Columbia is $1,395 per month as of August 2026. This is 28% below the national average rent, or $545 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Columbia
405
for rent on Zumper.com as of August 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Columbia rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Columbia, MO
Average rent prices in Columbia have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 3% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Columbia, MO
Rent prices in Columbia vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Columbia is $1,250, whereas a house costs $1,500. 1-bedroom apartments in Columbia run $1,100 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,100.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,412 |  6% | 44% | |
1 bedroom | $1,075 | No Change | 4% | |
2 bedroom | $1,100 | No Change | 1% | |
3 bedroom | $1,500 | No Change | 3% | |
4 bedroom | $1,650 | 1% | 7% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Aubrun Hills | $1,495 | |
Benton Stephens | $1,200 | |
Blueridge | $925 | |
Cedar Lake | $1,612 | |
East Campus | $1,200 | |
Rockbridge | $1,125 | |
Tenth Hitt Elm Locust | $1,200 | |
University Of Missouri | $1,395 | |
Vanderveen Crossing | $1,650 | |
White Gate | $1,000 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,250 | No Change | No Change | |
Condos | $1,695 | 8% | No Change | |
Houses | $1,500 | No Change | No Change | |
Rooms | $1,194 | 1% | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,412
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
44%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,075
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
4%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,100
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
1%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,500
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
3%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,650
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
7%
East Campus
Average rent
$1,200
Aubrun Hills
Average rent
$1,495
Benton Stephens
Average rent
$1,200
Rockbridge
Average rent
$1,125
Blueridge
Average rent
$925
White Gate
Average rent
$1,000
Vanderveen Crossing
Average rent
$1,650
University Of Missouri
Average rent
$1,395
Cedar Lake
Average rent
$1,612
Tenth Hitt Elm Locust
Average rent
$1,200
Apartments
Average rent
$1,250
Last 30 days
No Change
Condos
Average rent
$1,695
Last 30 days
8%
Houses
Average rent
$1,500
Last 30 days
No Change
Rooms
Average rent
$1,194
Last 30 days
1%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Columbia, MO, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Columbia, MO compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Columbia and Hannibal by all bedroom counts and property types.
Columbia
28%lower than the national median
56%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Columbia, MO is 64% higher than the median rent in Hannibal, MO.
Average rent in nearby cities
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72%Cost of living in Columbia, MO
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Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 5% lower |
| Groceries | 3% lower |
| Health | 1% lower |
| Housing | 20% lower |
| Transportation | 11% lower |
| Utilities | 6% lower |
Discover rentals in Columbia, MO
5d+ ago
754 Demaret Dr, Columbia, MO 65202
2 beds
1 bath
$750
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
281 Apple Tree Ct, Columbia, MO 65203
2 beds
1 bath
$800
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
213 Waugh St, Columbia, MO 65201
2–4 beds
1–2 baths
$850–$1,600
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Northland - Parker house for rent in Columbia
2 beds
1 bath
$865
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Columbia
4 beds
3.5 baths
$3,500
House for rent
5d+ ago
Benton - Stephens apartment for rent in Columbia
4 beds
2 baths
$3,200
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Columbia
4 beds
2 baths
$3,150
House for rent
5d+ ago
East Campus apartment for rent in Columbia
4 beds
4.5 baths
$3,000
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
4912 Alpine Ridge Dr, Columbia, MO 65202
3 beds
2 baths
$1,549–$1,749
Apartment for rent
6h ago
4401 Faurot Dr, Columbia, MO 65203
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,600–$1,900
Apartment for rent
7h ago
3101 Jenne Hill Dr, Columbia, MO 65202
3–4 beds
2 baths
$1,495–$1,690
House for rent
3d ago
1200 E Walnut St, Columbia, MO 65201
2 beds
2 baths
$2,300–$2,400
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1801 University Ave #NA, Columbia, MO 65201
4 beds
2.5 baths
$2,385
House for rent
Available Jul 5
5d+ ago
Verified
136 E Old Plank Rd, Columbia, MO 65203
2–4 beds
2 baths
$1,549–$1,899
Price drop
House for rent
4d ago
Verified
4912 Alpine Ridge Dr, Columbia, MO 65202
3 beds
2 baths
$1,549–$1,749
Apartment for rent
10h ago
7 Old 63 S, Columbia, MO 65201
2 beds
1 bath
$975
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
136 E Old Plank Rd, Columbia, MO 65203
4 beds
2 baths
$1,749–$1,899
Price drop
House for rent
4d ago
1915 Waverly Ct, Columbia, MO 65201
2 beds
1 bath
$1,050
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
3101 Jenne Hill Dr, Columbia, MO 65202
4 beds
2 baths
$1,625–$1,690
House for rent
5d+ ago
10 N 10th St, Columbia, MO 65201
4 beds
2 baths
$2,000
Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Columbia, MO
Quick answers to common questions about the Columbia rental market.
How much is rent in Columbia?
The average rent in Columbia is $1,395 per month as of August 1, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Columbia?
Average rent prices in Columbia have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 3% since last year.
How does Columbia rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Columbia is 28% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $545 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Columbia?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Columbia are Blueridge ($925/mo), White Gate ($1,000/mo), and Rockbridge ($1,125/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Columbia?
To comfortably afford rent in Columbia, you'd need to earn approximately $56,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Columbia?
Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in Columbia average around $1,110/month and two-bedrooms approximately $1,160/month.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).