Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Midtown Columbus Neighborhood of Columbus, GA from $400 (71 Rentals)

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2933 Thomas St
2 Bedroom Apartments

2933 Thomas St

2933 Thomas StColumbus, GA 31906
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727 7th Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

727 7th Ave

727 7th AveColumbus, GA 31901
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2000 Wynnton
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2000 Wynnton

2000 Wynnton RdColumbus, GA 31906
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Kopak Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Kopak Apartments

1315 Wildwood AveColumbus, GA 31906
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Essex Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Essex Apartments

2601 Hood StColumbus, GA 31906
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Tower One
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Tower One

543 3rd AveColumbus, GA 31901
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Peacock Woods
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Peacock Woods

1514 Forest AveColumbus, GA 31906
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Park Court
1 Bedroom Apartments

Park Court

1414 41st StColumbus, GA 31904
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1308 13th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1308 13th St

1308 13th StColumbus, GA 31901
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Midtown Columbus, Columbus, GA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Midtown Columbus Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Midtown Columbus area of Columbus, GA is a 1 Bed unit found at Claflin School Apartments priced from $470. The Hill has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $499. Here are the most affordable Midtown Columbus apartments for rent in Columbus, GA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Claflin School Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$470
The HillC - 3X2M3BR,2BA$499
11th Avenue EstatesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$545
Talbotton Road Apartments (Senior Community)2BR2BR,1BA$750
Cross CreekThe Brookwood1BR,1BA$800
The Grande at Columbus2BR Flat2BR,1BA$825
1130 5th Ave11BR,1BA$850
Harmony Apartments at ColumbusThe Sonata1BR,1BA$855
GardenbrookThe Orchard1BR,1BA$864

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown Columbus, GA

As of April 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Midtown Columbus area is the $1.15 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Midtown Towers in the in the East Wynnton neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Midtown Columbus apartment is the B1 - 2Bedroom/1 Bath Model at Hillcrest Apartments starting at $995 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Highland Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Midtown Columbus apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Midtown Towers2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.15
Hillcrest ApartmentsB1 - 2Bedroom/1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.00
1130 5th Ave11BR,1BA$0.94
Greystone at Country ClubA61BR,1BA$1.14
University Crossing2x22BR,2BA$0.80
Le Craw On 13thLinden1BR,1BA$1.12
Talbotton Road Apartments (Senior Community)2BR2BR,1BA$0.94
11th Avenue EstatesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.83
Claflin School Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$0.72
3401 14th Ave, Unit B3401 14th Ave1BR,1BA$0.91

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Midtown Columbus, Columbus, GA

Ranked #6

Among neighborhoods in Columbus, GA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team is happy to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Georgia, including Columbus. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendly amenities, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Midtown Columbus Neighborhood in Columbus, GA

Walk Score®

58 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

48 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Midtown Columbus Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Midtown Columbus?

The cheapest apartment in Midtown Columbus is Claflin School Apartments which is listed at $470, while the average apartment in Midtown Columbus costs $13,500.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Midtown Columbus?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 13 regular apartments in Midtown Columbus that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Midtown Columbus?

Cheap apartments in Midtown Columbus have an average cost of $246 which is $13,254 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Midtown Columbus.

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