Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Uptown Columbus Neighborhood of Columbus, GA from $600 (38 Rentals)

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Tower One
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Tower One

543 3rd AveColumbus, GA 31901
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Uptown Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Uptown Apartments

744 BroadwayColumbus, GA 31901
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The Ralston
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Ralston

211 12th StColumbus, GA 31901
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Eleventh Street Lofts
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Eleventh Street Lofts

11 W 11th StColumbus, GA 31901
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Eagle & Phenix
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Eagle & Phenix

1291 Front AveColumbus, GA 31901
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Uptown Columbus, Columbus, GA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Uptown Columbus Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Uptown Columbus area of Columbus, GA is a 1 Bed unit found at Northcreek priced from $620. Heritage Place Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $695. Here are the most affordable Uptown Columbus apartments for rent in Columbus, GA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
NorthcreekThe Birches1BR,1BA$620
Heritage Place ApartmentsThe Magnolia1BR,1BA$695
Uptown ApartmentsStudio - Uptown ApartmentsStudio,1BA$700
Clover Leaf Apartment HomesSouth 1 x 11BR,1BA$775
The Grande at Columbus2TH2BR,1BA$795
Le Craw On 13thA2 - The Gardenia1BR,1BA$824
Post RidgeMountain Ridge1BR,1BA$845
1130 5th Ave11BR,1BA$850
The Avenue Apartments2 BD/1 BTH2BR,1BA$850
GardenbrookThe Orchard1BR,1BA$864

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown Columbus, GA

As of December 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Uptown Columbus area is the $1.06 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at The Lofts at Swift Mill in the in the Downtown Columbus neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Uptown Columbus apartment is the 3x2 Model at Evangeline Heights Apartments starting at $1,090 with a $0.92 price per square foot in the Downtown Columbus neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Uptown Columbus apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Lofts at Swift Mill2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.06
Evangeline Heights Apartments3x23BR,2BA$0.92
Liberty Commons Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$0.99
GardenbrookThe Juniper2BR,1BA$0.95
2105 Young St Unit A2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.05
1130 5th Ave11BR,1BA$0.94
The Grande at Columbus2TH2BR,1BA$0.89
Knowles Pointe Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.04
Heritage Place ApartmentsThe Magnolia1BR,1BA$1.07
NorthcreekThe Birches1BR,1BA$1.03

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Uptown Columbus, Columbus, GA

Ranked #10

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Uptown Columbus Neighborhood in Columbus, GA

Walk Score®

79 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

68 / 100

Bikeable

Some 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 Uptown Columbus Apartments

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

The cheapest apartment in Uptown Columbus is Northcreek which is listed at $620, while the average apartment in Uptown Columbus costs $7,850.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Uptown 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 20 regular apartments in Uptown 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 Uptown Columbus?

Cheap apartments in Uptown Columbus have an average cost of $390 which is $7,460 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Uptown Columbus.

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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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.