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Columbus, Buffalo, NY Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbus, NY

As of April 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Columbus area is the $1.77 price per square foot 1 Bedroom 1.5 Bathrooms Model at The Lofts at Elk Terminal in the in the Downtown Buffalo neighborhood starting from $1,895. The second greatest value Columbus apartment is the E Model at The Annex Apartments starting at $2,366 with a $2.50 price per square foot in the Downtown Buffalo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Columbus apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Lofts at Elk Terminal1 Bedroom 1.5 Bathrooms1BR,1.5BA$1.77
The Annex ApartmentsE2BR,1BA$2.50
Piano Factory Lofts2BR2BR,1BA$1.79
The Police Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.67
100 South1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.97
Theater Place Apartments11BR,1BA$2.15
130 Pearl1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.01
Pine HarborTwo Bed / One Bath2BR,1BA$1.93
Michigan Place Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$2.68
Trico Building ApartmentsST5.1-FurnishedStudio ,1BA$2.62

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Frequently Asked Questions about Columbus

What type of rentals are currently available in Columbus?

There are currently 60 Apartments for Rent in Columbus, NY with pricing that ranges from $950 to $4,200. There are also 6 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Columbus ranging from $925 to $6,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Columbus?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Columbus ranges from $925 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,194.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Columbus?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Columbus range from $1,512 to $3,569, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $6,000 to $6,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,575 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,687.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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