Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on November 1, 2026
Average rent in
Columbia, TN
Average rent in
Last updated on November 1, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Columbia, TN rent slipped 11.3% year over year, with a current median of $1,450/month. Renters today are paying $185 less per month on average than last year, continuing a downward trend from the peak of $1,750/month in February 2025.
Compared to national trends
Columbia sits 23.7% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, with 102 total rentals mostly composed of houses, making it a smaller and more affordable market for renters.
Price ranges by bedroom
Studios rent for $750/month, 1-bedrooms for $1,072/month, and 2-bedrooms for $1,295/month. Larger units include 3-bedrooms at $1,850/month and 4+ bedrooms at $2,299/month. This range reflects the variety of bedroom sizes available to renters in Columbia, TN.
Median rent
Median rent in Columbia
$1,450/mo
11%vs previous year
The average rent in Columbia is $1,450 per month as of October 2026. This is 24% below the national average rent, or $450 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Columbia
102
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Columbia rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Columbia, TN
Average rent prices in Columbia have decreased by 5% over the last month and have decreased by 11% 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, TN
Rent prices in Columbia vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Columbia is $1,171, whereas a house costs $1,797. 1-bedroom apartments in Columbia run $1,083 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,299.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $750 | 65% | 25% | |
1 bedroom | $1,072 | 4% | 3% | |
2 bedroom | $1,295 | 4% | No Change | |
3 bedroom | $1,850 | No Change |  1% | |
4 bedroom | $2,299 | 10% | 2% |
At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in Columbia, TN.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,171 | 5% | 8% | |
Condos | $1,222 | 16% | 11% | |
Houses | $1,797 | No Change | 3% | |
Rooms | $810 | 3% | - |
Studio
Average rent
$750
Last 30 days
65%
Last year
25%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,072
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
3%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,295
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
No Change
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,850
Last year
1%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,299
Last 30 days
10%
Last year
2%
At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in Columbia, TN.
Apartments
Average rent
$1,171
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
8%
Condos
Average rent
$1,222
Last 30 days
16%
Last year
11%
Houses
Average rent
$1,797
Last year
3%
Rooms
Average rent
$810
Last 30 days
3%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Columbia, TN, 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, TN compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Columbia and Athens by all bedroom counts and property types.
Columbia
24%lower than the national median
9%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Columbia, TN is 16% lower than the median rent in Athens, AL.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,725
8%$975
9%$2,252
4%$1,734
9%$2,135
1%$1,915
3%$1,790
10%$1,879
4%$1,995
1%$2,000
13%$2,150
7%$2,013
25%Cost of living in Columbia, TN
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 2% lower |
| Groceries | 3% lower |
| Health | 2% higher |
| Housing | 8% lower |
| Transportation | 8% lower |
| Utilities | 23% lower |
Discover rentals in Columbia, TN
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Columbia
400B Sioux Trl, Columbia, TN 38401
2 beds
1 bath
$900
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Condo for rent
Available Oct 12
2d ago
100 Timber Trl, Columbia, TN 38401
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$950–$1,150
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
1d ago
13 Park Plus Ct, Columbia, TN 38401
2 beds
1 bath
$999
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Condo for rent
Available Oct 14
1d ago
207 Rainey St, Columbia, TN 38401
2 beds
1 bath
$999
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Oct 24
5d+ ago
House for rent in Columbia
702 W 4th St #NA, Columbia, TN 38401
4 beds
3 baths
$3,500
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Nov 1
4d ago
House for rent in Columbia
414 Conant St #1, Columbia, TN 38401
4 beds
3.5 baths
$3,200
Price dropped $550Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Oct 16
5d+ ago
Verified
4015 Sadie St, Columbia, TN 38401
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,780
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
Available Oct 29
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Columbia
107 E 9th St #D7, Columbia, TN 38401
3 beds
3.5 baths
$2,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Sep 1
1d ago
Verified
200 Mcmeen Cir, Columbia, TN 38401
2–3 beds
2 baths
$1,118–$2,087
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
17h ago
Verified
2516 Pitts Ct, Columbia, TN 38401
1–4 beds
1–2 baths
$1,164–$2,030
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
1955 Union Pl, Columbia, TN 38401
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,240–$2,129
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Columbia
3 beds
1 bath
$1,750
Price dropped $100Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
1d ago
Verified
200 Mcmeen Cir, Columbia, TN 38401
2–3 beds
2 baths
$1,118–$2,087
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
1900 Archway Dr, Columbia, TN 38401
2–3 beds
2 baths
$1,022–$1,170
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Jun 20
5d+ ago
Verified
2126 Youngfellow Dr, Columbia, TN 38401
4 beds
2 baths
$2,245
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
Available Oct 29
5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
1 bath
$1,140
Price dropped $100Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
Available Jul 8
2d ago
Verified
1900 Archway Dr, Columbia, TN 38401
2 beds
2 baths
$1,022
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Jun 20
17h ago
Verified
2516 Pitts Ct, Columbia, TN 38401
1–4 beds
1–2 baths
$1,164–$2,030
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
1955 Union Pl, Columbia, TN 38401
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,240–$2,129
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Columbia
3 beds
1 bath
$1,750
Price dropped $100Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Columbia, TN
Quick answers to common questions about the Columbia rental market.
How much is rent in Columbia?
The average rent in Columbia is $1,450 per month as of October 31, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Columbia?
Average rent prices in Columbia have decreased by 5% over the last month and have decreased by 11% since last year.
How does Columbia rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Columbia is 24% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $450 less per month.
What salary do I need to afford rent in Columbia?
To comfortably afford rent in Columbia, you'd need to earn approximately $58,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Columbia?
December offers the lowest rents in Columbia, with approximately 6.4% savings compared to March's peak pricing. This seasonal pattern creates clear timing opportunities for renters throughout the year.
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).