Columbia, MO Rent Report
Apartments & Houses by Size
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Columbia’s vibrant metro rental market offers a diverse mix of apartments and single‑family homes that cater to students, professionals, and families alike. Downtown’s historic Walnut Street district, the thriving Village of the Arts, and the scenic neighborhoods surrounding the University of Missouri provide convenient access to dining, entertainment, and cultural attractions. Renters can find modern apartments ranging from cozy one‑bedroom units in the downtown core—typically priced in the $1300–$1400 range—to spacious three‑bedroom layouts in newer developments near the Columbia Commons, where average rents hover around the $1600s. Larger four‑plus‑bedroom apartments are also available, offering competitive rates that sit comfortably within the $1300–$1500 bracket.
For those preferring the privacy of a house, Columbia delivers options across all bedroom sizes. One‑bedroom homes are especially affordable, often listed in the $800–$900 range, while two‑bedroom houses commonly fall into the $1000–$1100 bracket. Larger families gravitate toward three‑bedroom houses with average rents in the $1800s and median rates near $1750, and upscale four‑plus‑bedroom homes are priced around the $2100–$2200 range, reflecting the premium of spacious living near top schools and parks such as Rock Bridge and Stephens Lake. Whether you’re drawn to the energetic campus atmosphere, the historic charm of the Stephens College area, or the suburban tranquility of the Rosewood district, Columbia’s rental market combines flexibility, convenience, and a strong sense of community for every lifestyle.
Columbia, MO Rent by Property Type & Bedroom Count
Averages, medians, and ranges across recent rental listings
| Property Type | Bedrooms | Average | Median | Min – Max | 25th – 75th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment | 1 Bedroom | $1,387 | $1,350 | $805 – $2,100 | $1,110 – $1,607 |
| Apartment | 2 Bedroom | $1,384 | $1,300 | $765 – $2,400 | $1,103 – $1,600 |
| Apartment | 3 Bedroom | $1,528 | $1,400 | $730 – $2,700 | $1,280 – $1,950 |
| Apartment | 4+ Bedroom | $1,557 | $1,665 | $650 – $2,600 | $699 – $2,520 |
| House | 1 Bedroom | $972 | $922 | $795 – $1,200 | $795 – $1,200 |
| House | 2 Bedroom | $1,225 | $1,200 | $825 – $2,300 | $925 – $1,400 |
| House | 3 Bedroom | $2,256 | $1,850 | $240 – $93,800 | $1,595 – $2,100 |
| House | 4+ Bedroom | $2,143 | $2,100 | $625 – $4,200 | $1,550 – $2,500 |
Current rent in Columbia, MO (all property types): 1 Bedroom $1,279, 2 Bedroom $1,295, 3 Bedroom $2,216, 4+ Bedroom $1,974.
Note: This analysis includes only bedroom types with sufficient data.
Map of Columbia, MO
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About this data
Rent statistics, listings analysis, and visualizations on this page are produced by Rentometer, Inc.
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