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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. 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

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Columbus City

What type of rentals are currently available in Columbus City?

There are currently 61 Apartments for Rent in Columbus City, IA with pricing that ranges from $650 to $3,300. There are also 32 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Columbus City ranging from $410 to $4,000.

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 $410 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,172.

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 $725 to $3,300, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $907 to $2,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,350 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,800.

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