Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Columbus, GA from $575 (87 Rentals)

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Gentian Oaks
$610
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$522 - $788
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Gentian Oaks

4503 Reese RdColumbus, GA 31907
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2904 Beacon Ave
$825 - $850
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$825 - $850
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$825 - $850
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2904 Beacon Ave

2904 Beacon AveColumbus, GA 31904
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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Create a productive work-from-home apartment setup, even in a small space or studio. Discover layout ideas, desk solutions, and organization tips that actually work.

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648 Cross Creek
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$875 - $1,000
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$875 - $1,325
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$875 - $1,325
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648 Cross Creek

3911 Steam Mill RdColumbus, GA 31907
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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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Milgen Village
$945 - $1,149
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$945 - $1,358
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$945 - $1,358
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Milgen Village

5800 Milgen RdColumbus, GA 31907
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Brittwood
$990 - $1,143
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$891 - $1,390
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$891 - $1,390
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Brittwood

2444 W Britt David RdColumbus, GA 31909
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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

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Lofts at Riverwalk
$1,100 - $1,245
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$1,100 - $1,675
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$1,100 - $1,675
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Lofts at Riverwalk

3201 1st AveColumbus, GA 31904
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11th Avenue Estates
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11th Avenue Estates

2053 11th AvenueColumbus, GA 31901
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Kopak Apartments
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Kopak Apartments

1315 Wildwood AveColumbus, GA 31906
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Bella Cove
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Bella Cove

613 Farr RdColumbus, GA 31907
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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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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 Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Columbus?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Columbus is under $770.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Columbus?

The cheapest apartment in Columbus is Heritage Place Apartments which is listed at $695, while the average apartment in Columbus costs $1,886.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Columbus?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 142 regular apartments in Columbus that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Columbus?

Cheap apartments in Columbus have an average cost of $549 which is $1,337 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Columbus.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

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Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.