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Apartments Under $500 in Columbia, MO

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$439 - 479
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ROOM
The Pointe At Rock Quarry Park
3.9
3500 Rock Quarry Road Columbia, MO
4 BR | Available Now
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Furnished
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Student
Luxury
60
$369 - 489
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BED
Aspen Heights Columbia
2.3
3600 Aspen Heights Parkway Columbia, MO
2 - 4 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Student
In Unit Laundry
Balcony/Deck/Patio
11
$460 - 490
PER
BED
The Arch Columbia
2.4
3200 Rock Quarry Road Columbia, MO
3 - 4 BR | Available Now
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Heat Included
Furnished
Student
In Unit Laundry
Fitness Center
33
$430 - 540
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ROOM
Campus Lodge
2.4
2900 Old Highway 63 S Columbia, MO
3 - 4 BR | Available Now
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Heat Included
Furnished
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Student
25
$389 - 419
The Falls
136 East Old Plank Rd Columbia, MO
3 - 4 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Student
Townhome
Section 8
1
$300
506 South Providence
Columbia, MO
2 BR | Available Now
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Student
1
$350
16 East Stewart Rd
Columbia, MO
1 BR | Available Now
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Student
1
$425 - 440
1014 A & B Rogers Street
Columbia, MO
1 BR | Available Now
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In Unit Laundry
Dishwasher
1
$415 - 435
1012 A & B Rogers Street
Columbia, MO
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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In Unit Laundry
Dishwasher
1
$400
106 E. Stewart Rd
Columbia, MO
1 BR | Available Now
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many apartments under $500 are available in Columbia, MO on Rentable.co?

There are 10 apartments under $500 in Columbia currently available for rent on Rentable.co.

How many studio apartments under $500 are available in Columbia?

Rentable.co has 2 studio apartments under $500 available for rent in Columbia.

How many one-bedroom apartments under $500 are available in Columbia?

Rentable.co has 6 one-bedroom apartments under $500 available for rent in Columbia.

How many two-bedroom apartments under $500 are available in Columbia?

Rentable.co has 13 two-bedroom apartments under $500 available for rent in Columbia.

Can I afford a apartment under $500 in Columbia, MO?

To comfortably afford a apartment under $500 in Columbia based on average rent prices, a household would need an annual income of $17,000.

Apartments Under $500 in Columbia, MO: December Rental Information

Welcome to the December 2025 Columbia Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the December 2025 key findings and figures for the Columbia rental landscape.

Our experts analyze the inventory trends for apartments under $500 — overall market rent-distribution, availability by bedroom count, and month-over-month comparisons — in Columbia and surrounding areas. This summary also provides insight into available features and amenities, as well as location options for apartments under $500 in Columbia.

This report aims to provide prospective renters with a comprehensive overview of the rental market in Columbia, MO.
0 10 20 30 40 <$500 $540 $620 $700 $780 $860 $940 $1,020 $1,100 $1,180 $1,260 $1,340 $1,420 $1,500 $1,580 $1,660
This month, the typical cost to rent a one-bedroom apartment in Columbia stands at $900, with the majority falling between $530 and $1,650. Out of the 700 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in Columbia, 6 are priced below $500, accounting for 1% of the total available one-bedroom units in Columbia.

Available Apartments Under $500: Columbia vs. Surrounding Areas

Columbia, MO
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The chart above provides a detailed summary of the number of available apartments under $500 in Columbia, MO and the surrounding cities as of December 2025. The data showcases the inventory of affordable rental options in the area, including the cities of Mexico, New Franklin, Sturgeon, Boonville, Centralia, Hallsville, and Rocheport. It highlights the total number of apartments that fall within this price range, offering renters valuable insight into the current rental market in the Columbia, MO metro area. 14 apartments are currently available under $500, providing renters with a range of choices to suit their budget.

Apartments Under $500 Now vs. Last Month: Columbia and Surrounding Areas

City Apartments Under $500 in December M/M % Change
Columbia, MO 13 +1.0%
Mexico, MO 2 +1.0%
Boonville, MO 1 +1.0%
Hallsville, MO 0 +1.0%

Looking for Apartments Under $500 in Columbia?

Available apartments under $500 47
Top amenities Dishwasher, In Unit Laundry, Garbage Disposal, Off Street Parking, Student
Pet friendly 11
Utilities included 5
Furnished 4
1 Bedroom 5
2 Bedroom 5
4 Bedroom 6
Square footage 991 - 2,000
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