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Juniper

6000 Merriweather Dr, Columbia, MD 21044 - Howard County

Apartment

1-2 beds

1-2 baths

About 6000 Merriweather Dr

Introducing Juniper. The centerpiece of the new Merriweather District. Studios, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments available. Gym, Game room, Pool, Yoga, Cats allowed, Dogs allowed, Garage, Parking, Pet friendly, 24hr maintenance, Bbq/grill, Bike storage, Business center, Car charging, Clubhouse, Courtyard, Dog grooming area, Online portal & Package receiving.

RentalSource last checked: May 8, 2026 · 6:00 AM ET

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Property Summary

Property Type:	Apartment
Rental Fee:	$1,814 - $2,527
Bedrooms:	1-2 beds
Bathrooms:	1-2 baths

Size:	Inquire
Pet Friendly:	Yes
Has Garage:	Yes
ID:	67787547

Property Amenities

• Garage

• Gas Range

• Pet Friendly

Community Features

• Bike Paths

• Clubhouse

• Courtyard

• Fitness Center

• Pool

• Parking

• Storage

Unit Rates

Name	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Rent
Studio (S-3)	1	1	-	$1,814
1.02	1	1	-	$1,841 - $1,853
Studio (S-2)	1	1	-	$1,845
1.02	1	1	-	$1,866
Aj-2	1	1	-	$1,929 - $2,011

Leasing Information

Pet deposit: $300/month per pet. Pet limit: 2. Pet rent: $55. Pet restrictions: With breed restrictions.

Additional Details

Apartments for rent in Columbia for $1,814-$2,527 with 1-2 beds, 1-2 baths, pet friendly and located within Juniper at 6000 Merriweather Dr in Columbia, MD 21044. The averaged rental price of $2,171 is 23.5% ($668) lower than the average rent of $2,839 for apartments in Columbia, MD and 20.8% ($569) lower than the average rent of $2,740 for apartments in Howard County. This apartment is in the Howard County Public School District and the nearest schools are Stevens Forest Elementary, Oakland Mills Middle and Wilde Lake High. Juniper was advertised by Juniper 6+ months ago and last updated on May 8, 2026 at 6:00 AM ET.

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1 bedroom

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Name	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Rent
Studio (S-3)	1	1	-	$1,814
1.02	1	1	-	$1,841 - $1,853
Studio (S-2)	1	1	-	$1,845
1.02	1	1	-	$1,866
Aj-2	1	1	-	$1,929 - $2,011
Aj-3	1	1	-	$1,979
1.01	1	1	-	$2,061
Adm-1	1	1	-	$2,093
2.03	1	1	-	$2,187
A-1	1	1	-	$2,216 - $2,291
Ad-1	1	1	-	$2,219
1.04	1	1	-	$2,237
Bo-1	2	2	-	$2,201
Bmo-1	2	2	-	$2,216
Bm-2	2	2	-	$2,246 - $2,321
2.02	2	2	-	$2,296 - $2,311
2.02	2	2	-	$2,296
2.01	2	2	-	$2,316
B-2	2	2	-	$2,321 - $2,386
B-4	2	2	-	$2,452 - $2,517
4.01	2	2	-	$2,457
B-5	2	2	-	$2,472 - $2,527
Bm-5	2	2	-	$2,472

Juniper 6000 Merriweather Dr, Columbia, MD 21044 - Howard County

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