
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Columbus, WI from $400 (18 Rentals)
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Bay Shore Apartments (Elderly)

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Columbus, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Columbus?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Columbus Studio Apartments | $1,222 | $995 | $1,500 |
Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,355 | $400 | $1,800 |
Columbus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,548 | $900 | $2,850 |
Columbus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,746 | $1,195 | $2,370 |
Columbus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,390 | $2,390 | $2,390 |
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Cheapest Available Columbus Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Columbus, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at Bay Shore Apartments (Elderly) in the Stonehaven neighborhood priced from $400. 405 Stark St in the Stonehaven neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $975. 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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Bay Shore Apartments (Elderly) | Senior Living | 1BR,1BA | $400 |
405 Stark St | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $975 |
The Baehron | Studio Unfurnished | Studio,1BA | $995 |
Knowlton Woods Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,025 |
Stoneridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom Upper | 2BR,1BA | $1,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbus, WI and Nearby
As of May 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Columbus area is the $1.04 price per square foot 2BR/1.5BA Model at Lincoln Ridge in the in the Stonehaven neighborhood starting from $1,299. The second greatest value Columbus apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at The District starting at $1,299 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the Stonehaven 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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Lincoln Ridge | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.04 |
The District | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
Shoe Factory Apartments | (E) 2 Bedroom LOFT Unit | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
Hawthorne Senior Apartments | 2 Bedroom Deluxe Lower | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
Crosstown of Sun Prairie | 2x1 bel | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
KESTREL RIDGE | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
The Preserve Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Upper 1 Car Attached Garage (6)(14) | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
405 Stark St | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
Freedom Ring Apartments | 1 bed/1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
Bay Shore Apartments (Elderly) | Senior Living | 1BR,1BA | $0.71 |
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Getting Around Columbus, WI
Walk Score®
38 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
35 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Columbus Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Columbus?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Columbus is at The Baehron listed at $995.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Columbus Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Columbus Apartment is $400 at Bay Shore Apartments (Elderly).
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 $975 at 405 Stark St.
What is the most affordable Columbus Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Columbus Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Stonewood Rental and starts from $1,725.
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