
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Columbia City, IN from $300 (35 Rentals)
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North Ridge Apartments

Simonson Estates Apartments

Quail Ridge Villas

Trail Ridge Apartments

Park Terrace Heights Apartments

Poplar Ridge Apartments

Colony Bay Apartments,LLC
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Autumn Hills II Apartments

The Cottages at Bridgewater (Senior 55+)

Stone Pointe Village

Coventry Court West Apartments

Graystone Trail

Autumn Creek Apartment Homes
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Eagle Landing Apartment Homes

Hunt Club

Orchard Ridge

Flats at Walnut Ridge

The Marlowe

Roanoke Heights Apartments

1807 Hale Ave

1208 Chestnut Ave
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1315 Huestis Ave

1240 Boone St

403 Autumn Hls Dr

204 Autumn Hls Dr

110 N Union Dr

The 2525

1610 Cass St

2737 W Washington Center Rd
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1517 Howell St

506 N York St

5705 Heather View Ln
Columbia City, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Columbia City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia City Studio Apartments | $829 | $769 | $915 |
| Columbia City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,219 | $418 | $2,434 |
| Columbia City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,522 | $498 | $2,845 |
| Columbia City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,861 | $1,238 | $3,100 |
| Columbia City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,562 | $2,525 | $2,599 |
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Cheapest Available Columbia City Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Columbia City, IN is a 2 Beds unit found at Historic Blue Bell Lofts in the Whitley County neighborhood priced from $498. Colony Bay Apartments,LLC in the Southwest Fort Wayne neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $770. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Columbia City apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Historic Blue Bell Lofts | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $498 |
| Colony Bay Apartments,LLC | 1 BR 1 BA Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $770 |
| Autumn Hills II Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $875 |
| The Cottages at Bridgewater (Senior 55+) | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| North Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $911 |
| Coventry Court West Apartments | 1x1 Classic | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Autumn Creek Apartment Homes | 2B1.5B-STD | 2BR,1BA | $959 |
| Simonson Estates Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,035 |
| Hunt Club | Chesterfield Cup - Classic/Upgrade Units | 1BR,1BA | $1,105 |
| Quail Ridge Villas | 2 Bed 2 Bath Senior Apartment (Ages 55 and up) ... | 2BR,2BA | $1,185 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia City, IN and Nearby
As of July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Columbia City area is the $0.97 price per square foot Townhome Model at Anam Villas in the in the Southwest Fort Wayne neighborhood starting from $1,995. The second greatest value Columbia City apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Huntertown Apartments starting at $1,250 with a $0.83 price per square foot in the Outer Northside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Columbia City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anam Villas | Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.97 |
| Huntertown Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.83 |
| Homestead Townhomes | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.20 |
| Copper Creek Villas | Villas for Rent by Captial Property Management | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.30 |
| Historic Blue Bell Lofts | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.36 |
| Flats at Walnut Ridge | B7-A Gulf | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| Autumn Creek Apartment Homes | 2B2B-HYB | 2BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Simonson Estates Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Colony Bay Apartments,LLC | 1 bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Hunt Club | Chesterfield Cup - Classic/Upgrade Units | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Columbia City Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Columbia City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Columbia City Apartment is $770 at Colony Bay Apartments,LLC.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Columbia City Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Columbia City is starting from $498 at Historic Blue Bell Lofts.
What is the most affordable Columbia City Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Columbia City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Autumn Creek Apartment Homes and starts from $1,299.
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