Cheap Apartments for Rent in Columbus, GA from $300 (140 Rentals)
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107 38th St

314 28th St

467 Mellon St

11th Avenue Estates

1315 Rhodes St

Riverwalk Townhomes

1130 5th Ave

4858 Conner Rd

2924 10th Ave
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Arbor Pointe

Avalon Apartment - Income Restricted

Heritage Place Apartments

2514 16th Ave

2827 Waverly Ave

Overlook at Midtown Apartments

Le Craw On 13th

Hillcrest Apartments

Club Hill Apartments

Parkway Place

The Lodge Apartments

Talbotton Road Apartments (Senior Community)

Pembrook Apartments

Spring Landing

1344 24th St

Holly Park Square Apartments

20 Muscogee Dr

288 Leary Ave

Lumpkin Park Apartments

The Grande at Columbus

1822 17th Ave

3801 15th Ave

4334-4404 Fairview Dr

4570 Old Cusseta Rd

2004 Elgin Dr

5730 Hodges Dr

Hunters Run Apartments

Huckleberry Hill Apartments

Harmony Apartments at Columbus

Gardenbrook

Woodville Apartments

2321 Olive St

717 Broadway

The Village on Cherokee

Spring Cove Apartments

Windsor Park Apartments

3313 12th Ave
Columbus, GA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Columbus?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Columbus Studio Apartments | $1,007 | $600 | $1,375 |
Cheap Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,141 | $500 | $2,150 |
Cheap Columbus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,320 | $455 | $4,000 |
Cheap Columbus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,741 | $499 | $5,190 |
Cheap Columbus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,242 | $575 | $7,980 |
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Columbus, GA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Columbus, GA
Pricing Updated: 04/28/2025Current apartment rentals in the Columbus, GA area range in price from $500 to $4,500 with an overall median price of $2,505. The three Columbus neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Avondale at $700, Carver Heights at $850, and Oakland Park at $500. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Columbus Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Avondale | $900 | $700 | 12 |
Carver Heights | $1,200 | $850 | 11 |
Oakland Park | $1,395 | $500 | 22 |
South Columbus | $1,395 | $800 | 16 |
Benning Hills | $1,422 | $500 | 26 |
Outer Central | $1,572 | $700 | 10 |
Wynnton | $1,800 | $800 | 16 |
Lakebottom | $1,850 | $625 | 12 |
Winterfield | $1,940 | $500 | 38 |
Dinglewood | $2,175 | $800 | 15 |
Cheapest Available Columbus Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Columbus, GA is a 1 Bed unit found at Claflin School Apartments in the Downtown Columbus neighborhood priced from $470. The Hill in the Highland Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $499. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Columbus apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Claflin School Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $470 |
The Hill | C - 3X2M | 3BR,2BA | $499 |
11th Avenue Estates | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $545 |
Avalon Apartment - Income Restricted | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $668 |
Independence Place Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,4BA | $675 |
Talbotton Road Apartments (Senior Community) | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
Spring Landing | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $768 |
Holly Park Square Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $785 |
Cross Creek | The Brookwood | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbus, GA
As of April 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Columbus area is the $0.95 price per square foot B2T_1368 Model at Greystone at Inverness in the in the Northside neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Columbus apartment is the Sunroom Model at The Links of Maple Ridge starting at $1,125 with a $0.94 price per square foot in the Northside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Columbus apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Greystone at Inverness | B2T_1368 | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.95 |
The Links of Maple Ridge | Sunroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.94 |
Lumpkin Park Apartments | Two Bedroom Floor Plan | 2BR,2BA | $0.70 |
2606 Kennon Ct, Unit UnitB | 2606 Kennon Ct | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
1130 5th Ave | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.94 |
University Crossing | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.80 |
Talbotton Road Apartments (Senior Community) | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
11th Avenue Estates | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.83 |
Claflin School Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.72 |
3401 14th Ave, Unit B | 3401 14th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.91 |
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Columbus Overview
Situated on the banks of the might Chattahoochee River, Columbus is a hub of urban life in the great state of Georgia. Currently boasting over 200,000 proud residents, this working-class city has a long history of military service and historic relevance.
Why live in Columbus, GA?
Home to Columbus University as well as in close proximity to Fort Benning, Columbus rentals are almost always in-demand and have much to offer. Local amenities are generally of a higher scope than most cities of a similar size, and the scenic rush of the Chattahoochee River adds a natural ambiance to the city as a whole that is hard to miss. Charming, welcoming and working-class, Columbus is a great place to call home for a variety of lifestyles and budgets in Georgia.
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Getting Around Columbus, GA
Walk Score®
48 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
40 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Columbus Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Columbus Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Columbus Apartment is $470 at Claflin School Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Columbus Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Columbus is starting from $570 at Claflin School Apartments.
What is the most affordable Columbus Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Columbus Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Hill and starts from $499.
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