Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southeast Columbus Neighborhood of Columbus, GA from $300 (93 Rentals)

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Southeast Columbus, Columbus, GA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Southeast Columbus Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southeast Columbus area of Columbus, GA is a 3 Beds unit found at Independence Place Apartments priced from $675. Spring Landing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $699. Here are the most affordable Southeast Columbus apartments for rent in Columbus, GA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Independence Place Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,4BA$675
Spring LandingTwo Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$699
Uptown ApartmentsStudio - Uptown ApartmentsStudio,1BA$700
Parkway Place1x11BR,1BA$750
Redstone Commons ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$767
The Grande at Columbus2TH2BR,1BA$795
Cross CreekThe Brookwood1BR,1BA$800
Lumpkin Park ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Floor Plan2BR,2BA$810
Le Craw On 13thA2 - The Gardenia1BR,1BA$824
Holly Park Square ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$825

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast Columbus, GA

As of December 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southeast Columbus area is the $0.76 price per square foot 1 Bedroom Model at The Lofts at Swift Mill in the in the Downtown Columbus neighborhood starting from $1,699. The second greatest value Southeast Columbus apartment is the 3106 University Ave Model at 3106 University Ave, Unit Unit A starting at $1,250 with a $0.87 price per square foot in the Highland Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southeast Columbus apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Lofts at Swift Mill1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.76
3106 University Ave, Unit Unit A3106 University Ave3BR,1BA$0.87
Redstone Commons ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$0.64
Lumpkin Park ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Floor Plan2BR,2BA$0.70
Pembrook Apartments2BD/1.5 BATH TH F Bldg2BR,1.5BA$0.82
Heritage Place ApartmentsThe Azalea2BR,1BA$0.95
Huckleberry Hill Apartments2 Bed/1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.97
The Lodge Apartments2B1B2BR,1BA$0.91
1130 5th Ave11BR,1BA$0.94
The Grande at Columbus2TH2BR,1BA$0.89

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Southeast Columbus, Columbus, GA

Ranked #6

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities across the United States including Southeast Columbus, Columbus, and the greater Columbus area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Southeast Columbus Neighborhood in Columbus, GA

Walk Score®

43 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

38 / 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 Southeast Columbus Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Southeast Columbus?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Southeast Columbus is under $825.

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

The cheapest apartment in Southeast Columbus is Parkway Place which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in Southeast Columbus costs $9,390.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southeast 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 32 regular apartments in Southeast 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 Southeast Columbus?

Cheap apartments in Southeast Columbus have an average cost of $287 which is $9,103 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southeast Columbus.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.