
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Columbus, IN from $600 (34 Rentals)
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4378 Ashworth Ln

Bloomfield Apartments

Williamsburg Way

Briarwood of Columbus

Charleston Square Apartments

Parkview Townhomes

Residences on Carr Hill
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Steinhurst Manor

St. Barts Apartments

1113 Franklin St

Quail Run

State Street Apartments

Monarch Crossing

The Enclave Apartments

Willowood Apartments
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Canterbury House Apartments - Columbus

Ashford Park

Eastlake Woods

Arbor at Water's Edge

Applegate

1947 Bonnie Ct

1430 Chestnut St

202 E Taylor St
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392 W Broadway St

529 West Washington St

316 E Franklin St

216 Progress Rd

106 W Broadway St

321 E Mechanic St

217 N Hamilton St

647 W Franklin St
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210 5th St

34 Mildred St
Columbus, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Columbus?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Columbus Studio Apartments | $1,197 | $785 | $1,682 |
| Cheap Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,359 | $805 | $2,791 |
| Cheap Columbus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,462 | $700 | $2,296 |
| Cheap Columbus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,043 | $1,225 | $4,449 |
| Cheap Columbus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,323 | $600 | $4,704 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Columbus, IN
Pricing Updated: 06/09/2026Current 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Columbus IN | $3,062 | $785 | 55 |
Cheapest Available Columbus Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Columbus, IN is a 2 Beds unit found at The Annex of Columbus priced from $700. Bloomfield Apartments in the Downtown Columbus IN neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $805. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Columbus apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Annex of Columbus | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $700 |
| Bloomfield Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $805 |
| Briarwood of Columbus | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $972 |
| Williamsburg Way | The Richmond | 2BR,1BA | $1,035 |
| Quail Run | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Townhomes at 28th | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,205 |
| St. Barts Apartments | The Cedar | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| Stonegate | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,248 |
| Parkview Townhomes | 2THS | 2BR,1BA | $1,315 |
| The Cole | One Bedroom A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,410 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbus, IN
As of June 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Columbus area is the $1.18 price per square foot Two Bedroom One Bath Model at Townhomes at 28th in the in the Downtown Columbus IN neighborhood starting from $1,205. The second greatest value Columbus apartment is the 2THR Model at Parkview Townhomes starting at $1,399 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the Downtown Columbus IN neighborhood. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Townhomes at 28th | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Parkview Townhomes | 2THR | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.50 |
| Williamsburg Way | The Richmond | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| The Cole | One Bedroom A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Stonegate | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Briarwood of Columbus | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Quail Run | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| The Annex of Columbus | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.01 |
| Eastlake Woods | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Bloomfield Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
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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 $805 at Bloomfield Apartments.
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 $700 at The Annex of Columbus.
What is the most affordable Columbus Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Columbus Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Williamsburg Way and starts from $1,225.
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