Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Midtown Columbus Neighborhood of Columbus, GA from $400 (89 Rentals)

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$750 - $1,300

1 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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2400 Bell St

ColumbusGA31906

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2933 Thomas St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2933 Thomas St

2933 Thomas StColumbus, GA 31906

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Midtown Columbus, Columbus, GA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Midtown Columbus Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Midtown Columbus area of Columbus, GA is a Studio unit found at Uptown Apartments priced from $700. Woodville Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $709. Here are the most affordable Midtown Columbus apartments for rent in Columbus, GA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Uptown ApartmentsStudio - Uptown ApartmentsStudio,1BA$700
Woodville ApartmentsThe Buckeye1BR,1BA$709
GardenbrookThe Orchard1BR,1BA$714
The Grande at Columbus2-TH2BR,1BA$795
Gentian CourtThe Cypress1BR,1BA$797
Cross CreekThe Brookwood1BR,1BA$800
Northwood Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$800
Le Craw On 13thA2 - The Gardenia1BR,1BA$824
The Avenue Apartments2 BD/1 BTH2BR,1BA$850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown Columbus, GA

As of January 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Midtown Columbus area is the $0.94 price per square foot Three Bedroom | Two Bathroom Model at Azalea Ridge Apartments in the in the East Wynnton neighborhood starting from $1,275. The second greatest value Midtown Columbus apartment is the 2x2 Model at Highland Terrace I starting at $940 with a $0.89 price per square foot in the Beallwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Midtown Columbus apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Azalea Ridge ApartmentsThree Bedroom | Two Bathroom3BR,2BA$0.94
Highland Terrace I2x22BR,2BA$0.89
The Lodge Apartments2B1B2BR,1BA$0.91
GardenbrookThe Juniper2BR,1BA$0.80
1130 5th Ave11BR,1BA$0.94
The Grande at Columbus2-Flat2BR,1BA$0.93
Gentian CourtThe Cypress1BR,1BA$0.99
Le Craw On 13thA2 - The Gardenia1BR,1BA$1.02
Woodville ApartmentsThe Buckeye1BR,1BA$0.93
4201 Rosemont Dr #1, Unit 14201 Rosemont Dr #12BR,1BA$0.93

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Midtown Columbus, Columbus, GA

Ranked #7

Among cities in Georgia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team is happy to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Georgia, including Columbus. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendly amenities, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Midtown Columbus Apartments

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

The cheapest apartment in Midtown Columbus is Woodville Apartments which is listed at $709, while the average apartment in Midtown Columbus costs $8,205.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Midtown 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 9 regular apartments in Midtown 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 Midtown Columbus?

Cheap apartments in Midtown Columbus have an average cost of $248 which is $7,957 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Midtown Columbus.

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