Cheap Homes for Rent in the Southeast Columbus Neighborhood of Columbus, GA from $600 (54 Rentals)

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property at 1113 19th St

$700

1 Bedroom Rentals

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1113 19th St

ColumbusGA31901

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property at 5500 St Marys Rd

$825 - $950

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

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5500 St Marys Rd

ColumbusGA31907

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property at 3150 Plateau Dr

$925

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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3150 Plateau Dr

ColumbusGA31903

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property at 3310 Albert St

$991

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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3310 Albert St

ColumbusGA31903

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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 1 Bed unit found at Heritage Place Apartments priced from $695. 3413 Terminal Ct has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $695. Here are the most affordable Southeast Columbus apartments for rent in Columbus, GA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Heritage Place ApartmentsThe Magnolia - Heritage Place1BR,1BA$695
3413 Terminal Ct2/12BR,1BA$695
Independence Place Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,4BA$707
Redstone Commons ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$767
Valor Pointe Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$770
Holly Park Square ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$785
423 Mellon St2/12BR,1BA$795
Overlook at Midtown Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$799
2520 16th Ave2/12BR,1BA$800
Wynnton Crossing Apartments2/12BR,1BA$850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast Columbus, GA

As of August 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southeast Columbus area is the $0.84 price per square foot 3106 University Ave Model at 3106 University Ave in the in the Highland Park neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Southeast Columbus apartment is the 3B2B Model at The Lodge Apartments starting at $1,216 with a $0.92 price per square foot in the East Wynnton 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.
3106 University Ave3106 University Ave3BR,1BA$0.84
The Lodge Apartments3B2B3BR,2BA$0.92
Greystone at Country ClubB10W2BR,2BA$0.90
Redstone Commons ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$0.64
Lumpkin Park ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Floor Plan2BR,2BA$0.76
Le Craw On 13thB1 - The Hawthorne2BR,2BA$0.98
Liberty Commons Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$0.99
Hillcrest ApartmentsB1 - 2 Bedroom/ 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.99
Independence Place Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.85
Overlook at Midtown Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.89

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Southeast Columbus

What type of rentals are currently available in Southeast Columbus?

There are currently 274 Apartments for Rent in Southeast Columbus, GA with pricing that ranges from $550 to $4,000. There are also 114 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Southeast Columbus ranging from $625 to $2,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Southeast Columbus?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Southeast Columbus ranges from $625 to $2,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,184.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Southeast Columbus?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Southeast Columbus range from $707 to $3,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $722 to $2,295. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $722.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.