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Columbus, IN Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Columbus?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus Studio Apartments | $994 | $755 | $1,202 |
| Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,453 | $775 | $2,494 |
| Columbus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,566 | $835 | $2,921 |
| Columbus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,685 | $1,265 | $2,690 |
| Columbus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,669 | $570 | $2,570 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Columbus, IN
Pricing Updated: 06/10/2025Current apartment rentals in the Columbus, IN area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Columbus Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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| Downtown Columbus IN | $1,600 | $570 | 16 |
Cheapest Available Columbus Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Columbus, IN is a 2 Beds unit found at Williamsburg Way in the Downtown Columbus IN neighborhood priced from $999. Briarwood of Columbus in the Downtown Columbus IN neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,086. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Columbus apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Williamsburg Way | The Richmond | 2BR,1BA | $999 |
| Briarwood of Columbus | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,086 |
| Quail Run | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Townhomes at 28th | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Westwood Pines Apartments | The Douglas | 1BR,1BA | $1,245 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbus, IN
As of June 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Columbus area is the $1.17 price per square foot 3BR Downstairs Model at Arbor at Water's Edge in the starting from $1,441. The second greatest value Columbus apartment is the T.HOME Model at The Enclave Apartments starting at $1,495 with a $1.38 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Columbus apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Arbor at Water's Edge | 3BR Downstairs | 3BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| The Enclave Apartments | T.HOME | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| Townhomes at 28th | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Residences on Carr Hill | Gehry | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Cambridge Square | 3 Bedroom 40% | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.87 |
| Briarwood of Columbus | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Quail Run | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| St. Barts Apartments | The Willow | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Westwood Pines Apartments | The Douglas | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Williamsburg Way | The Washington | Studio ,1BA | $1.82 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Columbus Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Columbus Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Columbus Apartment is $1,086 at Briarwood of Columbus.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Columbus Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Columbus is starting from $999 at Williamsburg Way.
What is the most affordable Columbus Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Columbus Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Townhomes at 28th and starts from $1,299.
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