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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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Columbus, GA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Columbus, GA

Pricing Updated: 12/10/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Columbus, GA area range in price from $515 to $12,050 with an overall median price of $5,581. The three Columbus neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Highland Park at $515, North Highlands at $750, and Benning Hills at $650. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Columbus Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Highland Park$985$51540
North Highlands$1,101$75027
Benning Hills$1,143$65060
South Columbus$1,143$65071
Oakland Park$1,188$67552
Medical Center$1,285$70031
Rose Hill$1,285$70031
Northside$1,694$515482
North Columbus$1,720$515468
Northside Columbus$1,720$515468

Cheapest Available Columbus Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Columbus, GA is a 1 Bed unit found at Northcreek in the Downtown Columbus neighborhood priced from $620. Independence Place Apartments in the South Columbus neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $675. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Columbus apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
NorthcreekC-131BR,1BA$620
Independence Place Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,4BA$675
Spring LandingTwo Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$699
Uptown ApartmentsStudio - Uptown ApartmentsStudio,1BA$700
BrittwoodThe Maple1BR,1BA$708
Wesley Pines1B/1BR1BR,1BA$725
Parkway Place1x11BR,1BA$750
Redstone Commons ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$767
Clover Leaf Apartment HomesSouth 1 x 11BR,1BA$775

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbus, GA

As of December 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Columbus area is the $0.76 price per square foot 1 Bedroom Model at The Lofts at Swift Mill in the in the Downtown Columbus neighborhood starting from $1,699. The second greatest value Columbus apartment is the C1 Model at Greystone at Main Street starting at $1,410 with a $0.89 price per square foot in the Beallwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Columbus apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Lofts at Swift Mill1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.76
Greystone at Main StreetC13BR,2BA$0.89
3106 University Ave, Unit Unit A3106 University Ave3BR,1BA$0.87
Redstone Commons ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$0.64
Lumpkin Park ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Floor Plan2BR,2BA$0.70
Pembrook Apartments2BD/1.5 BATH TH F Bldg2BR,1.5BA$0.82
Hampton PlaceThe Allez1BR,1BA$0.91
Parkview Apartments2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$0.91
The Lodge Apartments2B1B2BR,1BA$0.91
The Grande at Columbus2TH2BR,1BA$0.89

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

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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.

Columbus, GA
Population: 194,160

Ranked #127

in US Census Population by City

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Getting Around Columbus, GA

Walk Score®

48 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

40 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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 $775.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Columbus?

The cheapest apartment in Columbus is Northcreek which is listed at $620, while the average apartment in Columbus costs $5,581.

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 300 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 $409 which is $5,172 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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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.