1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Columbus, GA (223 Rentals)

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Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: January 24, 2026

There are currently 932 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Columbus, GA that range in price from $500 to $2,070. North Columbus, Northside and Northside Columbus are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Columbus with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
North Columbus123$1,133$500
Northside123$1,127$500
Northside Columbus123$1,133$500
East Columbus70$1,060$500
East South68$971$500
Midtown Columbus44$977$500
High Uptown41$995$500
Southeast Columbus41$1,000$500
Bibb City39$1,061$500
Downtown Columbus36$995$500

Largest Available Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Columbus, GA is found at The Lofts at Swift Mill in the Downtown Columbus neighborhood and is 2,232 square feet priced from $1,525. Lofts at Riverwalk has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,284 square feet and currently listed start at $1,150. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Columbus:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Lofts at Swift Mill1 Bedroom2,232 Sq Ft$1,525
Lofts at RiverwalkLoom1,284 Sq Ft$1,150
Greystone at the Woodlands1x1_12671,267 Sq Ft$1,355
Sugar Mill Apartments1X1 CORP1,181 Sq Ft$1,920
Hampton PlaceThe Allez1,100 Sq Ft$1,060
The PalmsPeach Prime Renovated1,100 Sq Ft$893
Greystone Summit ColumbusA1S - Olympus/SR1,075 Sq Ft$1,300
Greystone Farms ReserveA1 With Sunroom Option1,075 Sq Ft$1,250
Grand Reserve Columbus1 Bedroom Deluxe1,074 Sq Ft$1,102

Cheapest Available Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of January 24, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Columbus, GA is the The Buckeye Model starting from $709 at Woodville Apartments in the East Wynnton neighborhood. The second most affordable Columbus 1 Bedroom is the 1B/1BR Model at Wesley Pines starting at $725 in the East South neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Columbus is currently $1,130. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Columbus:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Woodville ApartmentsThe Buckeye$709
Wesley Pines1B/1BR$725
Milgen VillageThe Hickory$727
GreenleafThe Cedars$775
Clover Leaf Apartment HomesSouth 1 x 1$775
Gentian CourtThe Cypress$797
Northwood Apartments1 Bedroom$800
Cross CreekThe Brookwood$800
Le Craw On 13thA2 - The Gardenia$824
Holly Park Square ApartmentsRenovated$840

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Columbus Overview

Situated on the banks of the might Chattahoochee River, Columbus is a hub of urban life in the great state of Georgia. Currently boasting over 200,000 proud residents, this working-class city has a long history of military service and historic relevance.

Why live in Columbus, GA?

Home to Columbus University as well as in close proximity to Fort Benning, Columbus rentals are almost always in-demand and have much to offer. Local amenities are generally of a higher scope than most cities of a similar size, and the scenic rush of the Chattahoochee River adds a natural ambiance to the city as a whole that is hard to miss. Charming, welcoming and working-class, Columbus is a great place to call home for a variety of lifestyles and budgets in Georgia.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Columbus Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Columbus with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Columbus is at Woodville Apartments listed at $709.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Columbus Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Columbus is $1,130.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Columbus Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Columbus is a 2,232 square feet unit starting from $1,525 at The Lofts at Swift Mill.

What is the average size for Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Columbus is currently 870 sq ft.

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