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Ashwood Apartments
Columbia, MO0.7 mi to campus
4.0 (26 reviews)
Ashwood Apartments is an apartment community in Columbia, MO offering units with air conditioning, heating, and in-unit washer dryer. Each apartment features a full kitchen with dishwasher and garbage disposal, carpet or hardwood floors, ceiling fans, and a balcony patio. Residents have access to amenities including a fitness center, business center, and bike storage, with individual leases available.
- 24 7 Maintenance
- Air Conditioning
- Balcony/Patio
University Place Apartments
Columbia, MO0.3 mi to campus
3.0 (21 reviews)
University Place Apartments in Columbia, MO is a furnished apartment community offering air conditioning, heating, and high-speed internet throughout. The community features a fitness center, laundry facilities, and a community lounge, along with in-unit amenities including a full kitchen with dishwasher and garbage disposal, double vanity, and carpet flooring, with controlled access and elevator service available.
- 24 7 Maintenance
- Air Conditioning
- Cable Tv
Parkway Apartments
Columbia, MO0.8 mi to campus
4.0 (7 reviews)
Parkway Apartments is an apartment community in Columbia, MO offering units with a full kitchen, dishwasher, garbage disposal, and microwave. Residents have access to amenities including a fitness center, laundry facilities, bike storage, and cable TV, along with features such as air conditioning, heating, hardwood floors, carpet, ceiling fans, balcony patios, and linen closets.
- 24 7 Maintenance
- 24hr Fitness
- Air Conditioning
Country Club Apartments
Columbia, MO2.7 mi to campus
3.0 (11 reviews)
Country Club Apartments is an apartment community in Columbia, MO offering units with air conditioning, full kitchens with dishwashers and garbage disposals, and private balcony patios. Residents have access to amenities including a fitness center, clubhouse, and courtyard, with in-unit features such as carpet, ceiling fans, crown molding, and double vanities. High-speed internet and cable TV service are available.
- 24 7 Maintenance
- Air Conditioning
- Balcony/Patio
Forest Village Apartments
Columbia, MO2.7 mi to campus
4.0 (6 reviews)
Forest Village Apartments is an apartment community in Columbia, MO offering a full kitchen with dishwasher, garbage disposal, and freezer, along with air conditioning, ceiling fans, carpet, and hardwood floors. Residents have access to amenities including a fitness center, dog park, coffee bar, balcony patio, BBQ grill, cable TV, and controlled access.
- 24hr Fitness
- Air Conditioning
- Balcony/Patio
The Lyfe @ Missouri
Columbia, MO366.5 mi to campus
4.0 (79 reviews)
The Lyfe @ Missouri is a student housing community in Columbia, MO offering fully furnished apartments with full kitchens and in-unit washer dryer. Residents have access to amenities including a fitness center, game room, basketball court, clubhouse with community lounge, business center, and conference room, plus cable TV and high-speed internet throughout.
- Air Conditioning
- Basketball
- BBQ Area
Yugo Columbia District Flats
Columbia, MO368.2 mi to campus
3.0 (32 reviews)
Yugo Columbia District Flats is a student housing community in Columbia, MO offering fully furnished apartments with full kitchens, dishwashers, and garbage disposals. Residents have access to amenities including a fitness center, game room, clubhouse, community lounge, conference room, and business center, along with practical features like controlled access, bike storage, air conditioning, and balcony patios.
- 24 7 Maintenance
- Air Conditioning
- Balcony/Patio
The Den Apartments
Columbia, MO366.1 mi to campus
4.0 (46 reviews)
The Den Apartments is a student housing community in Columbia, MO offering fully furnished units with full kitchens, air conditioning, and ceiling fans. Residents have access to amenities including a fitness center, game room, clubhouse with community lounge, conference room, business center, basketball court, dog park, and BBQ grill, along with balcony patios.
- Air Conditioning
- Balcony/Patio
- Basketball
The Grayson at Columbia
Columbia, MO365.3 mi to campus
3.0 (19 reviews)
The Grayson at Columbia is a student housing community located at 2400 E Nifong Blvd in Columbia, MO, built in 2007. Units feature fully furnished layouts with full kitchens, granite countertops, and air conditioning. The property offers amenities including a fitness center, clubhouse, community lounge, business center, and outdoor spaces with BBQ grills.
- 24hr Fitness
- Air Conditioning
- Balcony/Patio
Brookside Downtown
Columbia, MO368.0 mi to campus
4.0 (16 reviews)
Brookside Downtown is a student housing community in Columbia, MO offering apartments with air conditioning, dishwashers, and carpet throughout. Residents have access to amenities including a fitness center, clubhouse, courtyard, controlled access entry, bike storage, and outdoor features such as a balcony patio and BBQ grill.
- 24 7 Maintenance
- 24hr Fitness
- Air Conditioning
Brookside Downtown
Columbia, MO368.1 mi to campus
4.0 (36 reviews)
Brookside Downtown is an apartment community located in Columbia, MO, offering amenities including a fitness center, clubhouse, and courtyard. Units feature air conditioning, dishwashers, carpet, ceiling fans, and balcony patios, with additional community conveniences such as bike storage, cable TV, controlled access, an elevator, and BBQ grill facilities.
- 24 7 Maintenance
- 24hr Fitness
- Air Conditioning
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About student housing in Columbia
Columbia, Missouri is the ultimate college-town destination, perfectly designed for student living. With five major universities converging in one vibrant community, you'll be surrounded by thousands of peers creating an energetic, academically-focused atmosphere year-round. The University of Missouri-Columbia anchors the region, making campus commutes effortless from any of the 11 housing options available near campus.
The downtown district pulses with student energy, featuring eclectic dining options, trendy coffee shops, and bars that cater to the college crowd. Whether you're craving late-night study fuel or weekend social scenes, Columbia delivers. Public transportation and bike-friendly streets make getting around seamless without a car, while walkable neighborhoods connect you to shops, entertainment, and essential services.
Housing options range from traditional apartments to modern student-focused complexes, offering flexibility for different budgets and lifestyles. The abundance of choices means you'll find spaces designed specifically for student needs—communal areas, furnished units, and flexible lease terms.
Living in Columbia means joining a thriving student community where education, social life, and convenience intersect perfectly. This is where college life truly comes alive.
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What to Know About Columbia
Key highlights for students considering Columbia
11 student housing options available near campus
Home to University of Missouri-Columbia, a major research institution
Multiple colleges in one area: Mizzou, Columbia College, Westminster
Vibrant college town with diverse dining and entertainment options
Active nightlife scene with bars and live music venues downtown
Walkable campus and downtown area convenient for student living
Student Life in Columbia
Student Life in Columbia, Missouri
Columbia offers an ideal college town experience with genuine Midwestern charm and plenty of opportunities for students attending University of Missouri-Columbia, Columbia College, Westminster College, William Woods University, and Central Methodist University. The city's student-friendly atmosphere stems from its vibrant downtown district, tree-lined streets, and welcoming community that celebrates academic pursuits.
The neighborhoods surrounding campus—particularly near The District and East Campus—provide excellent housing options with 11 quality student housing choices available. These areas blend affordability with convenience, keeping you close to classes, restaurants, and entertainment venues.
Part-time employment thrives here thanks to local businesses, retail shops, and campus positions. The hospitality and service industries particularly welcome student workers, offering flexible schedules around your academic calendar.
Columbia's social scene is remarkably vibrant for its size. The Ninth Street corridor bustles with coffee shops, bars, and live music venues hosting everything from indie bands to jazz performances. Campus events, student organizations, and sports culture—especially Mizzou football—create a lively community atmosphere.
Cost-wise, Columbia ranks favorably among college towns. Rent, dining, and entertainment are reasonably priced compared to larger university cities, making your student budget stretch further.
The city celebrates unique local culture through events like the True/False Film Festival and CoMo Roots music festival. College basketball and football games energize the downtown, while farmers markets and neighborhood festivals create genuine community connections. This blend of affordable living, robust entertainment, and authentic student culture makes Columbia an exceptional place to spend your college years.
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