Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Midtown Columbus Neighborhood of Columbus, GA from $400 (77 Rentals)

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2933 Thomas St
2 Bedroom Apartments

2933 Thomas St

2933 Thomas StColumbus, GA 31906
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727 7th Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

727 7th Ave

727 7th AveColumbus, GA 31901
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2000 Wynnton
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2000 Wynnton

2000 Wynnton RdColumbus, GA 31906
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Kopak Apartments
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Kopak Apartments

1315 Wildwood AveColumbus, GA 31906
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Essex Apartments
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Essex Apartments

2601 Hood 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 1 Bed unit found at Claflin School Apartments priced from $521. 727 7th Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $525. Here are the most affordable Midtown Columbus apartments for rent in Columbus, GA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Claflin School Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$521
727 7th Ave2 bedroom2BR,1BA$525
11th Avenue EstatesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$545
Talbotton Road Apartments (Senior Community)2BR2BR,1BA$700
Rosehill ApartmentsThe Baron1BR,1BA$750
Northwood Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$800
Cross CreekThe Brookwood1BR,1BA$800
The Grande at Columbus2BR Flat2BR,1BA$824
The Village on CherokeeThe Pines1BR,1BA$835
Ashley StationB1 - Ashley Station II2BR,1BA$839

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown Columbus, GA

As of June 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Midtown Columbus area is the $0.87 price per square foot Studio Model at The Lofts at Swift Mill in the in the Downtown Columbus neighborhood starting from $1,935. The second greatest value Midtown Columbus apartment is the 2319 17th Ave Model at 2319 17th Ave, Unit A starting at $1,500 with a $0.78 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.
The Lofts at Swift MillStudioStudio ,1BA$0.87
2319 17th Ave, Unit A2319 17th Ave2BR,1BA$0.78
The Lodge Apartments3B2B3BR,2BA$0.89
The Cove2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$0.83
Hillcrest ApartmentsB1 - 2Bedroom/1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.94
University Crossing2x22BR,2BA$0.80
Talbotton Road Apartments (Senior Community)2BR2BR,1BA$0.88
11th Avenue EstatesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.83
Claflin School Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$0.80
727 7th Ave2 bedroom2BR,1BA$0.84

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Midtown Columbus, Columbus, GA

Ranked #6

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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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!

Getting Around the Midtown Columbus Neighborhood in Columbus, GA

Walk Score®

58 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

48 / 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 Midtown Columbus Apartments

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

The cheapest apartment in Midtown Columbus is Claflin School Apartments which is listed at $521, while the average apartment in Midtown Columbus costs $9,100.

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 1 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 $102 which is $8,998 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Midtown Columbus.

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