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Welch Hotel Senior Apartments
220 Iowa AveMuscatine, IA 52761
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Columbus City, IA from $400 (15 Rentals)
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$665 - $8701 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
MAPLE PLACE APARTMENTS
405 S Maple StWinfield, IA 52659
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Riverbend 3306-3500 Steamboat Way
3407 Steamboat WayMuscatine, IA 52761
906 E 9th St
MuscatineIA52761
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415 W 4th St
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1218 Cedar St
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1710 Miles Ave
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129 Roscoe Ave
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313 Cherry St
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33 Village Ct
MediapolisIA52637
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Columbus City, IA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Columbus City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus City Studio Apartments | $1,213 | $650 | $1,300 |
| Columbus City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,261 | $665 | $2,495 |
| Columbus City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,264 | $452 | $2,300 |
| Columbus City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,056 | $695 | $3,300 |
| Columbus City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,265 | $1,800 | $2,730 |
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Cheapest Available Columbus City Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Columbus City, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Welch Hotel Senior Apartments in the Oak Ridge neighborhood priced from $452. MAPLE PLACE APARTMENTS has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $665. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Columbus City apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welch Hotel Senior Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $452 |
| MAPLE PLACE APARTMENTS | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $665 |
| Riverbend 3306-3500 Steamboat Way | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $840 |
| Regency Heights (55+ Community) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Sycamore Apartments | One Bedroom Units | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbus City, IA and Nearby
As of December 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Columbus City area is the $1.05 price per square foot 3 Bdrm -Sublet Model at Westgate Villa in the in the Cottage Hill neighborhood starting from $1,365. The second greatest value Columbus City apartment is the Remodeled 3 Bed / 2 Bath with W/D Model at Mane Gate Apartments starting at $1,525 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the Fair Meadows neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Columbus City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Westgate Villa | 3 Bdrm -Sublet | 3BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| Mane Gate Apartments | Remodeled 3 Bed / 2 Bath with W/D | 3BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Heritage Hill | 202 - 204 Sycamore St. | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| 926 Harlocke St (IC) | 2 BR/1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Orchards & Woodlands | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Nex Senior (55+) Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Riverbend 3306-3500 Steamboat Way | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.01 |
| Chandler Pointe Senior Living | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| The Quarters Iowa City | A2 - 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| MAPLE PLACE APARTMENTS | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Columbus City Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Columbus City?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Columbus City is at Welch Hotel Senior Apartments listed at $650.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Columbus City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Columbus City Apartment is $665 at MAPLE PLACE APARTMENTS.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Columbus City Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Columbus City is starting from $452 at Welch Hotel Senior Apartments.
What is the most affordable Columbus City Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Columbus City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Riverbend 3306-3500 Steamboat Way and starts from $975.
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