
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Columbia County, GA from $700 (36 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in Columbia County.


Shenandoah Ridge Apartments

Ridge Crossing Apartments

779 Stevens Creek Rd

819 Burch Creek Dr

819 Burch Creek Dr

207 New Petersburg Dr

777 Stevens Creek Rd

819 Burch Creek Dr
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819 Burch Creek Dr

Joiner Crossing Apartments

Reed Creek Apartments

Sterlington

Lakeside on Riverwatch

Highland Hills

Sycamore Place Apartments

Petersburg Plantation

Petersburg Place
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Mustin Woods

Brookwood Landing

Lakeside Townhomes

255 S Hicks St

779 Stevens Creek Rd

Petersburg Square

777 Stevens Creek Rd

170 N Hicks St

206 6th Ave
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Blueridge Commons

803 Joiner Cir

Walden Glen Apartments

Brighton Park

Petersburg Square

599 Blue Ridge Dr

164 N Louisville St

404 Northrop Pl

969 Cammaron Way
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Columbia County, GA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Columbia County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia County Studio Apartments | $1,562 | $1,518 | $1,593 |
| Columbia County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,488 | $925 | $2,431 |
| Columbia County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,562 | $1,025 | $2,481 |
| Columbia County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,950 | $1,125 | $3,132 |
| Columbia County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,905 | $1,850 | $1,935 |
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Cheapest Available Columbia County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Columbia County, GA is a 2 Beds unit found at Reserve at Whiskey Creek in the Columbia County neighborhood priced from $1,025. Ridge Crossing Apartments in the Belair neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,025. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Columbia County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reserve at Whiskey Creek | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Ridge Crossing Apartments | The Ridge | 2BR,2BA | $1,025 |
| 779 Stevens Creek Rd | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Shenandoah Ridge Apartments | Reynolds-Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1,143 |
| 777 Stevens Creek Rd | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| The Belmont | 1AR | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| Joiner Crossing Apartments | 1 Bedroom Downstairs | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Petersburg Square | 2 bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,244 |
| Walden Glen Apartments | Laurel | 2BR,2BA | $1,310 |
| Sterlington | The Kendra | 2BR,2BA | $1,312 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia County, GA
As of August 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Columbia County area is the $0.92 price per square foot 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths Model at 779 Stevens Creek Rd in the in the Ridgecrest neighborhood starting from $1,099. The second greatest value Columbia County apartment is the 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths Model at 777 Stevens Creek Rd starting at $1,150 with a $0.96 price per square foot in the Ridgecrest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Columbia County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 779 Stevens Creek Rd | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.92 |
| 777 Stevens Creek Rd | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.96 |
| Walden Glen Apartments | Laurel | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Lakeside on Riverwatch | Sierra | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| Petersburg Square | 2 bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| Reed Creek Apartments | Camelia | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Shenandoah Ridge Apartments | Reynolds-Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Ridge Crossing Apartments | The Ridge | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| The Belmont | 1AR | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Reserve at Whiskey Creek | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.34 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Columbia County Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Columbia County?
The cheapest apartment in Columbia County is The Belmont which is listed at $1,175, while the average apartment in Columbia County costs $1,475.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Columbia County?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 8 regular apartments in Columbia County that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Columbia County?
Cheap apartments in Columbia County have an average cost of $251 which is $1,224 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Columbia County.
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