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Columbus, MT Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Columbus?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,440 | $850 | $2,300 |
| Columbus 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,970 | $1,450 | $2,600 |
| Columbus 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,638 | $2,195 | $2,965 |
| Columbus 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,495 | $2,495 | $2,495 |
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Cheapest Available Columbus Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Columbus, MT is a 1 Bed unit found at The Place at North 24th in the North Side Billings neighborhood priced from $645. Ridgeview Apartments in the North Central Billings neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $795. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Columbus apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Place at North 24th | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $645 |
| Ridgeview Apartments | Studio | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
| Highlands Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath-Highlands | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbus, MT and Nearby
As of April 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Columbus area is the $1.34 price per square foot C1 Model at Country Meadows Apartment Homes in the in the North Central Billings neighborhood starting from $1,785. The second greatest value Columbus apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at The Expo starting at $1,768 with a $1.65 price per square foot in the West Central Billings 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Country Meadows Apartment Homes | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| The Expo | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.65 |
| Olympic Village Apartments | B3 | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Rocky Meadows Apartments | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| Inter Pointe | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| Inter Urban | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Harvest Granger Apartments | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bath - 2nd Floor | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Granite Peak | 2x1A | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Rock Creek | 2 Bed / 1 Bath A | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Central Court Village | 2 Bedroom | 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Columbus?
There are currently 45 Apartments for Rent in Columbus, MT with pricing that ranges from $600 to $8,698. There are also 35 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Columbus ranging from $590 to $2,965.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Columbus ranges from $590 to $2,965 with an average monthly rent of $1,680.
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