
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Columbia County, WI from $500 (13 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Columbia County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia County Studio Apartments | $965 | $965 | $965 |
| Columbia County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,156 | $750 | $1,639 |
| Columbia County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,444 | $1,000 | $2,094 |
| Columbia County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,402 | $1,350 | $1,550 |
| Columbia County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $10,193 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Columbia County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Columbia County, WI is a 2 Beds unit found at Fox Run Apartments priced from $1,000. Silver Lake Apartments – Comfort, Convenience & Community in Portage, WI has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,129. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Columbia County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fox Run Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Silver Lake Apartments – Comfort, Convenience & Community in Portage, WI | Move In By May 15th and Get $400 Off 1st Month!... | 2BR,1BA | $1,129 |
| KESTREL RIDGE | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| The Crest at Cardinal Heights | E | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Garden Apartments | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia County, WI
As of May 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Columbia County area is the $1.14 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at Manchester Place Apartments in the starting from $1,345. The second greatest value Columbia County apartment is the Move In By May 15th and Get $400 Off 1st Month!... Model at Silver Lake Apartments – Comfort, Convenience & Community in Portage, WI starting at $1,129 with a $1.19 price per square foot . 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester Place Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| Silver Lake Apartments – Comfort, Convenience & Community in Portage, WI | Move In By May 15th and Get $400 Off 1st Month!... | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Garden Apartments | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Fox Run Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Point Gardens Apartments | 1BR/1BA Private Entry & Pet Friendly | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Dove Healthcare - Settlers' Trail | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $2.52 |
| The Crest at Cardinal Heights | E | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
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 Fox Run Apartments which is listed at $1,000, while the average apartment in Columbia County costs $10,193.
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 5 regular apartments in Columbia County that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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