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125 W Orange St

5614 W Cook Rd

1637 St Marys Ave

3112 Thompson Ave

1 Diplomat Dr, Unit 23
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1315 Huestis Ave

1235 Huestis Ave

502 Chinworth Ct

110 N Union Dr

1322 Fay Dr

2430 Thompson Ave
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Columbia City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia City 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,140 | $950 | $1,395 |
| Columbia City 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,785 | $1,050 | $2,300 |
| Columbia City 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,998 | $1,300 | $2,700 |
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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 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 $825. 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 | $825 |
| West Wind Apartments | Standard One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $839 |
| The Cottages at Bridgewater (Senior 55+) | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| North Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $911 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia City, IN and Nearby
As of June 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Columbia City area is the $1.16 price per square foot Townhome Model at Anam Villas in the in the Southwest Fort Wayne neighborhood starting from $2,395. The second greatest value Columbia City apartment is the 3THB Model at Eagle Landing Apartment Homes starting at $1,586 with a $0.82 price per square foot in the Northwest Fort Wayne 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 | $1.16 |
| Eagle Landing Apartment Homes | 3THB | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.82 |
| Redwood Fort Wayne Noyer Road | Breezewood Sunroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| Huntertown Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.13 |
| Villas for Rent by Capital Property Management, LLC | Villa | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.30 |
| Historic Blue Bell Lofts | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.36 |
| Reserve at Dawson's Creek | The Laural - Premium | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| 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 | $1.30 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Columbia City?
There are currently 53 Apartments for Rent in Columbia City, IN with pricing that ranges from $418 to $2,550. There are also 41 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Columbia City ranging from $695 to $2,700.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Columbia City?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Columbia City ranges from $695 to $2,700 with an average monthly rent of $1,393.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Columbia City?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Columbia City range from $1,238 to $2,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,050 to $2,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,800.
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