Cheap Homes for Rent in East South Neighborhood of Columbus, GA from $500 (76 Rentals)

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East South, Columbus, GA Local Guide

Cheapest Available East South Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East South area of Columbus, GA is a 1 Bed unit found at 11th Avenue Estates priced from $545. Independence Place Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $675. Here are the most affordable East South apartments for rent in Columbus, GA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
11th Avenue EstatesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$545
Independence Place Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,4BA$675
Talbotton Road Apartments (Senior Community)2BR2BR,1BA$700
Avalon Apartment - Income RestrictedOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$730
Riverwalk Townhomes2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$740
Gentian CourtThe Elm1BR,1BA$740
Rosehill ApartmentsThe Baron1BR,1BA$750
Spring LandingOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$768
Holly Park Square ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$785
Northwood Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East South, GA

As of July 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the East South area is the $0.73 price per square foot 1 Bedroom Model at The Lofts at Swift Mill in the in the Downtown Columbus neighborhood starting from $1,385. The second greatest value East South apartment is the The Buffalo Model at Hampton Place starting at $1,055 with a $0.81 price per square foot in the East South neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East South apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Lofts at Swift Mill1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.73
Hampton PlaceThe Buffalo2BR,2BA$0.81
Parkview at Britt David2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$0.86
Lumpkin Park ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Floor Plan2BR,2BA$0.70
Riverwalk Townhomes2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.67
GardenbrookThe Juniper2BR,1BA$0.87
1130 5th Ave11BR,1BA$0.94
University Crossing2x22BR,2BA$0.80
Talbotton Road Apartments (Senior Community)2BR2BR,1BA$0.88
11th Avenue EstatesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.83

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Frequently Asked Questions about East South

What type of rentals are currently available in East South?

There are currently 353 Apartments for Rent in East South, GA with pricing that ranges from $455 to $11,670. There are also 203 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East South ranging from $500 to $4,200.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East South ranges from $500 to $4,200 with an average monthly rent of $1,415.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East South range from $499 to $5,340, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $660 to $4,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $575.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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