Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Columbus Neighborhood of Columbus, GA from $400 (79 Rentals)

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2933 Thomas St
2 Bedroom Apartments

2933 Thomas St

2933 Thomas StColumbus, GA 31906
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2000 Wynnton
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2000 Wynnton

2000 Wynnton RdColumbus, GA 31906
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Cooper Cove
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cooper Cove

4770 Milgen RdColumbus, GA 31907
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Kopak Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Kopak Apartments

1315 Wildwood AveColumbus, GA 31906
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East Columbus, Columbus, GA Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Columbus Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Columbus area of Columbus, GA is a 2 Beds unit found at Talbotton Road Apartments (Senior Community) priced from $700. Cross Creek has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable East Columbus apartments for rent in Columbus, GA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Talbotton Road Apartments (Senior Community)2BR2BR,1BA$700
Cross CreekThe Brookwood1BR,1BA$800
Northwood Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$800
The Village on CherokeeThe Pines1BR,1BA$835
GardenbrookThe Orchard1BR,1BA$864
Le Craw On 13thLinden1BR,1BA$886
Spring Cove1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$895
Crystal Place2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$900
Greystone at Country ClubB12BR,1BA$935
Hillcrest ApartmentsB1 - 2Bedroom/1 Bath2BR,1BA$940

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Columbus, GA

As of June 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Columbus area is the $0.78 price per square foot 2319 17th Ave Model at 2319 17th Ave, Unit A in the in the Beallwood neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value East Columbus apartment is the 3B2B Model at The Lodge Apartments starting at $1,170 with a $0.89 price per square foot in the East Wynnton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Columbus apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2319 17th Ave, Unit A2319 17th Ave2BR,1BA$0.78
The Lodge Apartments3B2B3BR,2BA$0.89
The Links of Maple RidgeSunroom2BR,2BA$0.94
The Cove2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$0.83
Windsor Park Apartments2x2 Small Enhanced2BR,2BA$0.89
Hampton PlaceThe Brier2BR,2BA$0.88
Crystal Place2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom2BR,1.5BA$0.95
Hillcrest ApartmentsB1 - 2Bedroom/1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.94
University Crossing2x22BR,2BA$0.80
Talbotton Road Apartments (Senior Community)2BR2BR,1BA$0.88

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East Columbus, Columbus, GA

Ranked #5

Among neighborhoods in Columbus, GA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities across the United States and customized analysis for Central Columbus. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, apartment communities for the kids, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the East Columbus Neighborhood in Columbus, GA

Walk Score®

39 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

33 / 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 East Columbus Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Columbus?

The cheapest apartment in East Columbus is Northwood Apartments which is listed at $800, while the average apartment in East Columbus costs $8,945.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in East 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 3 regular apartments in East 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 East Columbus?

Cheap apartments in East Columbus have an average cost of $306 which is $8,639 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Columbus.

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