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South Side Apartments

2-22 Southside CtColumbus, GA 31903
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2933 Thomas St
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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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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 2 Beds unit found at 727 7th Ave priced from $525. 11th Avenue Estates has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $545. Here are the most affordable Southeast Columbus apartments for rent in Columbus, GA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
727 7th Ave2 bedroom2BR,1BA$525
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
Rosehill ApartmentsThe Baron1BR,1BA$750
Spring LandingOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$768
Holly Park Square ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$785
Cross CreekThe Brookwood1BR,1BA$800
Lumpkin Park ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Floor Plan2BR,2BA$810

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast Columbus, GA

As of June 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southeast 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 Southeast 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 Southeast 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
Lumpkin Park ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Floor Plan2BR,2BA$0.70
Hillcrest ApartmentsB1 - 2Bedroom/1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.94
1130 5th Ave11BR,1BA$0.94
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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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Southeast 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

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

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southeast Columbus Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southeast Columbus Apartment is $545 at 11th Avenue Estates.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southeast Columbus is starting from $525 at 727 7th Ave.

What is the most affordable Southeast Columbus Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Southeast Columbus Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Independence Place Apartments and starts from $675.

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