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

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cloister Apartments1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$700
Talbotton Road Apartments (Senior Community)2BR2BR,1BA$700
Gentian CourtThe Elm1BR,1BA$740
Northwood Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$800
Cross CreekThe Brookwood1BR,1BA$800
Pembrook Apartments1BD/1BATH FLAT1BR,1BA$815
The Village on CherokeeThe Pines1BR,1BA$835
GardenbrookThe Juniper2BR,1BA$855
Harmony Apartments at ColumbusThe Solo1BR,1BA$875
Woodville ApartmentsThe Buckeye1BR,1BA$885

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Columbus, GA

As of September 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Columbus area is the $0.89 price per square foot 3B2B Model at The Lodge Apartments in the in the East Wynnton neighborhood starting from $1,170. The second greatest value East Columbus apartment is the B1 Model at Greystone at Main Street starting at $1,245 with a $0.97 price per square foot in the Beallwood 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.
The Lodge Apartments3B2B3BR,2BA$0.89
Greystone at Main StreetB12BR,2BA$0.97
Parkview Apartments2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$0.86
Crystal Place2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom2BR,1.5BA$0.95
Hillcrest ApartmentsB1 - 2Bedroom/1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.94
GardenbrookThe Juniper2BR,1BA$0.87
Pembrook Apartments1BD/1BATH FLAT1BR,1BA$0.90
University Crossing2x22BR,2BA$0.80
Talbotton Road Apartments (Senior Community)2BR2BR,1BA$0.88
Cloister Apartments1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.00

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East Columbus, Columbus, GA

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Columbus

What type of rentals are currently available in East Columbus?

There are currently 262 Apartments for Rent in East Columbus, GA with pricing that ranges from $455 to $8,826. There are also 142 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Columbus ranging from $580 to $4,200.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Columbus?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Columbus ranges from $580 to $4,200 with an average monthly rent of $1,446.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in East Columbus?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Columbus range from $489 to $6,966, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $790 to $4,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,050 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $575.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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