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Columbus Jct. Park
1 Bedroom Apartments

Columbus Jct. Park

820 Springer AveColumbus Junction, IA 52738
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Carriage Hill
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Carriage Hill

700-710 Carriage HlIowa City, IA 52246
Corporate Housing
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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Mediapolis Village
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Mediapolis Village

510 Wapello St SMediapolis, IA 52637
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Oakcrest
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oakcrest

801 Oakcrest StIowa City, IA 52246
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625 E Burlington St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

625 E Burlington St

625 E Burlington StIowa City, IA 52240
Student Housing

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631 S Van Buren St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

631 S Van Buren St

631 S Van Buren StIowa City, IA 52240
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SoDo Flats
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

SoDo Flats

322 E Prentiss StIowa City, IA 52240
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Hawkeye Park
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hawkeye Park

432 S Dubuque StIowa City, IA 52240
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530 N Dubuque St
2 Bedroom Apartments

530 N Dubuque St

530 N Dubuque StIowa City, IA 52245
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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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The Overlook
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Overlook

3155 Shire LnIowa City, IA 52240
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Columbus City, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Columbus City Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Columbus City, IA is a Studio unit found at Welch Hotel Senior Apartments in the Oak Ridge neighborhood priced from $650. 308 N Linn St in the Fair Meadows neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Columbus City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Welch Hotel Senior ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$650
308 N Linn StStudio1BR,1BA$800
1165 S Riverside DrStudio - TwinStudio,1BA$990
Riverfront CrossingsStudioStudio,1BA$995
Nemitz Hall2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1,095
Mane Gate ApartmentsUpdated Small One Bed with W/D1BR,1BA$1,135
Willow Ridge Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1,200
IA City LoftsFirst Floor UnitsStudio,1BA$1,300
630 S Capitol2 bedroom 2 bath2BR,2BA$1,365
316 MaddieOne bedroom, One Bath1BR,1BA$1,550

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbus City, IA and Nearby

As of July 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Columbus City area is the $0.88 price per square foot 4 bedroom 4 bath Model at 630 S Capitol in the in the Cottage Hill neighborhood starting from $1,365. The second greatest value Columbus City apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Nemitz Hall starting at $1,095 with a $0.76 price per square foot in the Threshers Meadows neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Columbus City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
630 S Capitol4 bedroom 4 bath4BR,4BA$0.88
Nemitz Hall2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.76
The Nest Iowa CityB3 - 2x22BR,2BA$1.68
316 MaddieTwo Bedroom, Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.88
The ChaunceyStudio, Two Bed — StandardStudio ,1BA$2.51
Mane Gate ApartmentsUpdated Small One Bed with W/D1BR,1BA$1.81
IA City LoftsFirst Floor UnitsStudio ,1BA$2.23
Welch Hotel Senior ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.44
Riverfront CrossingsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.99
308 N Linn StStudioStudio ,1BA$2.00

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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 $750 at Welch Hotel Senior 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 $850 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 Mane Gate Apartments and starts from $1,570.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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