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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 2 Beds unit found at Mediapolis Village priced from $595. Chandler Pointe Senior Living has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $925. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Columbus City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mediapolis VillageUnit 672BR,1BA$595
Chandler Pointe Senior Living1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$925
Regency Heights (55+ Community)One Bedroom1BR,1BA$935
1165 S Riverside DrStudio - TwinStudio,1BA$990
Riverfront CrossingsStudioStudio,1BA$995

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

As of June 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Columbus City area is the $1.21 price per square foot 3 Bed / 2 Bath with W/D Model at Mane Gate Apartments in the in the Fair Meadows neighborhood starting from $1,405. The second greatest value Columbus City apartment is the 3bd/2bath Model at Ridge at Scott Park starting at $1,750 with a $1.62 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Mane Gate Apartments3 Bed / 2 Bath with W/D3BR,2BA$1.21
Ridge at Scott Park3bd/2bath3BR,2BA$1.62
Colorado Senior Lofts 55+Two Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.18
Orchards & Woodlands2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.21
The Nest Iowa CityB3 - 2x22BR,2BA$1.59
Oakcrest Condominiums2 BR/1 BA 795 Sq Ft2BR,1BA$2.03
Chandler Pointe Senior Living1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.43
Mediapolis VillageUnit 382BR,1BA$0.95
Regency Heights (55+ Community)One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.53
Riverfront CrossingsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.99

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Frequently Asked Questions about Columbus City

What type of rentals are currently available in Columbus City?

There are currently 50 Apartments for Rent in Columbus City, IA with pricing that ranges from $595 to $3,350. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Columbus City ranging from $725 to $3,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Columbus City?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Columbus City ranges from $725 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,758.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Columbus City?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Columbus City range from $650 to $3,300, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $850 to $3,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,800.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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