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Columbia, PA Houses for Rent

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    $1,125 Per Month

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 800 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    31 S 3rd St, Columbia, PA 17512

    For rent is a 2 bedroom second floor apartment. Street parking, electric baseboard heat, window units for A/C. Street Parking, tenant pays water, sewer. Trash is included. No Smoking, No Pets. $60 nonrefundable application fee required per applicant and if selected $75 admin fee. 600 Min. Credit Score AGENTS READ REMARKS

    Adam Lewis Realty Professional Group LLC

    31 S 3rd St, Columbia, PA 17512
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    $2,295 Per Month

    • 3 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 1,768 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    3968 Marietta Ave, Columbia, PA 17512

    MOVE-IN SPECIAL! Qualified applicants who are approved and enter into a lease will receive their FIRST MONTH'S RENT FREE! Contact us today for additional details and application requirements.The view is the first thing you'll notice. This 3-bedroom, 1-bath home sits up on a hill along the Columbia-Marietta corridor in the Hempfield School District, and the big living room window looks out

    3968 Marietta Ave, Columbia, PA 17512
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    $1,650 Per Month

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 912 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    4325 Fairview Rd, Columbia, PA 17512

    For rent is a well maintained country home. Home is 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. Home is oil hot water radiant heat and window units for A/C. Home comes with stackable washer and dryer unit. Tenant mows and maintains the yard and snow removal. Because of well restrictions can only house max 2 people. No Smoking, No Pets. $60 nonrefundable application fee required per applicant and if selected

    Adam Lewis Realty Professional Group LLC

    4325 Fairview Rd, Columbia, PA 17512
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    $1,695 Per Month

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 1,344 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    513 Locust St, Columbia, PA 17512

    Historic character with two antique fireplaces, a fully updated kitchen and bath, and unbeatable curb appeal. All in the heart of Columbia.Some buildings you just don't forget, and this is one of them. 513 Locust is a striking historic brick rowhome with a mansard roof, arched dormer windows, deep green shutters, and blooming window boxes lining the front. Crowning it all is a landmark

    513 Locust St, Columbia, PA 17512
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    $1,750 Per Month

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,852 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    26 N 3rd St, Columbia, PA 17512

    Spacious downtown Columbia home, 3BR/2BA, with off-street parking. The home was recently renovated with new flooring, windows, bathrooms, and a kitchen. Tenants responsible for all utilities: Electric, Gas, W/S/T, lawn care and snow removal.All applicants must apply and be pre-approved before showings.Application fee is $45. Fee covers background and credit check.Credit

    26 N 3rd St, Columbia, PA 17512

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to rent a single-family home in Columbia, PA?
The median rent for a single-family home in Columbia, PA is $1,573 per month, though prices vary by neighborhood, size, and property type. As of August 2026, townhouses tend to be the most affordable option while condos and single-family homes are currently more expensive.
How much do you need to make to afford rent in Columbia, PA?
To comfortably afford the median rent in Columbia, PA, a household needs to earn roughly $50,000 per year. This is based on the common guideline that households should spend no more than 30% of gross income on housing. Most landlords require monthly household income of at least 3x the monthly rent, and with a median rent of $1,250 per month in Columbia, PA, renters typically need to show $3,750 per month in gross income to qualify. Actual affordability will vary depending on household debts, other living expenses, and overall budget.
Is it more affordable to rent or buy in Columbia, PA?
In Columbia, PA, the price-to-rent ratio is 18.3, which generally favors renting. This ratio divides the median home price by the annual median rent: below 15 typically favors buying, 15 to 20 is balanced, and above 20 typically favors renting. Your finances, how long you plan to stay, and costs like mortgage rates, taxes, and maintenance all factor into the decision.

Rental Home Trends

Number of Houses for Rent
5
Median Single Family Home Rent
$1,573
Median 3 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$1,750
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$1,850
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