Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northside Neighborhood of Columbus, GA from $522 (123 Rentals)

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Gentian Oaks
$522 - $788
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Gentian Oaks

4503 Reese RdColumbus, GA 31907
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Brittwood
$891 - $1,390
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Brittwood

2444 W Britt David RdColumbus, GA 31909
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Milgen Village
$945 - $1,358
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$945 - $1,358

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Milgen Village

5800 Milgen RdColumbus, GA 31907
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The Lakes Apartments
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$1,020 - $1,474
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The Lakes Apartments

4343 Warm Springs RdColumbus, GA 31909
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16 Hemlock Dr

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Northside, Columbus, GA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Northside Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northside area of Columbus, GA is a 2 Beds unit found at The Apex on University priced from $645. 2520 16th Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable Northside apartments for rent in Columbus, GA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Apex on UniversityPer Bedroom Pricing - Two Bedroom, Two Bath Stu...2BR,2BA$645
2520 16th Ave2/12BR,1BA$750
Village Square Apartments2 BR 1 BA W/D CONN VS2BR,1BA$800
Highland Terrace I1x11BR,1BA$800
Northwood Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$800
Clover Leaf Apartment HomesSouth 1 x 11BR,1BA$825
Wesley Pines2B/1BR2BR,1BA$850
Ashley StationA41BR,1BA$874
BrittwoodThe Willow2BR,1BA$891

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northside, GA

As of August 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northside area is the $0.99 price per square foot The Pinehurst Model at Midland Falls Apartment Homes in the in the East South neighborhood starting from $1,223. The second greatest value Northside apartment is the 2 bed 2 bath Model at Cloister Apartments starting at $1,100 with a $0.92 price per square foot in the Downtown Columbus neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northside apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Midland Falls Apartment HomesThe Pinehurst2BR,2BA$0.99
Cloister Apartments2 bed 2 bath2BR,2BA$0.92
2316 Summerville Rd2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$0.94
Greystone at Country ClubB162BR,1BA$0.95
Crystal Place2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom2BR,1.5BA$0.95
Hillcrest ApartmentsB1 - 2 Bedroom/ 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.99
GardenbrookThe Juniper2BR,1BA$0.97
Village Square Apartments2 BR 1 BA W/D CONN VS2BR,1BA$0.89
The Apex on UniversityPer Bedroom Pricing - Two Bedroom, Two Bath Stu...2BR,2BA$0.72
Wesley Pines2B/1BR2BR,1BA$0.98

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team is happy to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities and towns across the United States and customized analysis for Central Columbus, GA. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northside Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Northside Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Northside Apartment is $800 at Northwood Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Northside Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Northside is starting from $645 at The Apex on University.

What is the most affordable Northside Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Northside Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Azalea Ridge Apartments and starts from $1,275.

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