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Columbus, IN Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Columbus, IN

Pricing Updated: 03/25/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Columbus, IN area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Columbus Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Columbus IN$1,409$5552610

Cheapest Available Columbus Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Columbus, IN is a Studio unit found at Bloomfield Apartments priced from $755. Fox Pointe Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $900. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Columbus apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Bloomfield ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$755
Fox Pointe ApartmentsGarden1BR,1BA$900
Williamsburg WayThe Richmond2BR,1BA$980

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbus, IN

As of March 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Columbus area is the $1.36 price per square foot 2071 Bridlewood Dr Model at 2071 Bridlewood Dr in the in the Cityview Farm neighborhood starting from $1,630. The second greatest value Columbus apartment is the T.HOME Model at The Enclave Apartments starting at $1,495 with a $1.38 price per square foot . 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.
2071 Bridlewood Dr2071 Bridlewood Dr3BR,2BA$1.36
The Enclave ApartmentsT.HOME2BR,2BA$1.38
Arbor at Water's Edge2BR Upstairs2BR,2BA$1.10
Monarch Crossing2 bedroom2BR,2BA$1.26
Townhomes at 28thTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$1.17
Quail Run2 Bedroom (912 Sq. Ft.) - Renovated2BR,1.5BA$1.32
Williamsburg WayThe Richmond2BR,1BA$1.11
StonegateOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1.38
Steinhurst Columbus LLCOtto1BR,1BA$1.49
Fox Pointe ApartmentsGarden1BR,1BA$1.48

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Frequently Asked Questions about Columbus

What type of rentals are currently available in Columbus?

There are currently 51 Apartments for Rent in Columbus, IN with pricing that ranges from $555 to $2,660. There are also 33 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Columbus ranging from $1,050 to $3,500.

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 $1,050 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,301.

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 $1,180 to $2,370, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,450 to $2,250. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $555.

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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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

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