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Welch Hotel Senior Apartments
220 Iowa AveMuscatine, IA 52761
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Columbus City, IA from $650 (30 Rentals)
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MAPLE PLACE APARTMENTS
405 S Maple StWinfield, IA 52659
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Riverbend 3306-3500 Steamboat Way
3407 Steamboat WayMuscatine, IA 52761
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River Ridge 2301-2325 University Drive
2301 UniversityMuscatine, IA 52761
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201-209 Colorado StMuscatine, IA 52761
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2037 Kountry Ln SEIowa City, IA 52240
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Seville
900 W Benton StIowa City, IA 52246
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1010 Scott Park DrIowa City, IA 52245
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535 Emerald StIowa City, IA 52246
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Riverfront Crossings
1201 S Gilbert StIowa City, IA 52240
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Columbus Jct. Park
820 Springer AveColumbus Junction, IA 52738
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Valley View Apartments
129 9th StColumbus Junction, IA 52738
37 Village Ct
MediapolisIA52637
1218 Cedar St
MuscatineIA52761
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Carriage Hill
700-710 Carriage HlIowa City, IA 52246
518 N Van Buren St
Iowa CityIA52245
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Colorado Senior Lofts 55+
400 Colorado StMuscatine, IA 52761
315 Todds Ferry Rd
ConesvilleIA52739
308 Burlington St
ConesvilleIA52739
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308 N Linn St
308 N Linn StIowa City, IA 52245
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Mediapolis Village
510 Wapello St SMediapolis, IA 52637
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Oakcrest
801 Oakcrest StIowa City, IA 52246
605 W 3rd St
MuscatineIA52761
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625 E Burlington St
625 E Burlington StIowa City, IA 52240
4931 Abrams Dr
MuscatineIA52761
2420 Park Ave
MuscatineIA52761
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1165 S Riverside Dr
1165 S Riverside DrIowa City, IA 52246
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SoDo Flats
322 E Prentiss StIowa City, IA 52240
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Hawkeye Park
432 S Dubuque StIowa City, IA 52240
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530 N Dubuque St
530 N Dubuque StIowa City, IA 52245
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Columbus City, IA Local Guide
Nearby Columbus Junction, Iowa by Bill Whittaker is licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Columbus City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus City Studio Apartments | $1,204 | $650 | $1,550 |
| Columbus City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,277 | $665 | $2,109 |
| Columbus City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,306 | $700 | $2,400 |
| Columbus City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,316 | $725 | $3,300 |
| Columbus City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,795 | $1,790 | $1,800 |
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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. Riverfront Crossings in the Fair Meadows neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $995. 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 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| Riverfront Crossings | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Nemitz Hall | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,095 |
| Riverview West | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
| Willow Ridge Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| 712 E Market St | Market Street Apartments | 2BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Whiteway Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| Vogel House Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| Walden Ridge | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $1,690 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbus City, IA and Nearby
As of September 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Columbus City area is the $1.48 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Riverview West in the in the Cottage Hill neighborhood starting from $2,170. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverview West | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| Nemitz Hall | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.76 |
| Walden Ridge | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Hawks Ridge | 4 Bedroom-2 Bathroom | 4BR,2BA | $0.47 |
| The Quarters Iowa City | D - 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.69 |
| 712 E Market St | Market Street Apartments | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| The Nest Iowa City | B2 - 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| Replay | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| Welch Hotel Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Riverfront Crossings | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.99 |
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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 Walden Ridge and starts from $1,690.
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