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Bloomfield Apartments
2310 Sims CtColumbus, IN 47203
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Columbus IN Neighborhood of Columbus, IN from $700 (29 Rentals)
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Williamsburg Way
3838 Williamsburg WayColumbus, IN 47203
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Briarwood of Columbus
2350 Thornybrook DrColumbus, IN 47203
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Charleston Square Apartments
2410 Charleston PlColumbus, IN 47203
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Residences on Carr Hill
2000 Charwood DrColumbus, IN 47201
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Steinhurst Manor
133 Salzburg BlvdColumbus, IN 47201
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St. Barts Apartments
725 Sycamore StColumbus, IN 47201
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1113 Franklin St
1113 Franklin StColumbus, IN 47201
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The Enclave Apartments
275 N Marr RdColumbus, IN 47201
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State Street Apartments
782 Clifty DrColumbus, IN 47201
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Monarch Crossing
420 Wint LnColumbus, IN 47201
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Quail Run
1182 Quail Run DrColumbus, IN 47201
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Townhomes at 28th
1560 28th StColumbus, IN 47201
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Taylor
725 2nd StColumbus, IN 47201
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Parkview Townhomes
3393 N Country Brook StColumbus, IN 47201
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River Stone
3440 Riverstone WayColumbus, IN 47201
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Stonegate
1001 Stonegate DrColumbus, IN 47201
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Columbus Crossing Townhomes
1490 Grand AveColumbus, IN 47201
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The Cole
200 E Jackson StColumbus, IN 47201
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Willowood Apartments
3541 Cardinal CtColumbus, IN 47203
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Applegate
2230 Applegate DrColumbus, IN 47203
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Canterbury House Apartments - Columbus
3501 Nicholas LnColumbus, IN 47203
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Ashford Park
1001 Ashford Park PlColumbus, IN 47201
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Arbor at Water's Edge
4060 N 150 WColumbus, IN 47201
1430 Chestnut St
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320 17th St
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Independence Village of Columbus
3660 Central AveColumbus, IN 47203
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Downtown Columbus IN, Columbus, IN Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Columbus IN?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Columbus IN Studio Apartments | $1,093 | $785 | $1,577 |
| Downtown Columbus IN 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,368 | $805 | $2,984 |
| Downtown Columbus IN 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,477 | $865 | $4,152 |
| Downtown Columbus IN 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,702 | $1,225 | $4,436 |
| Downtown Columbus IN 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,162 | $1,665 | $4,659 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Columbus IN Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Columbus IN area of Columbus, IN is a 1 Bed unit found at Bloomfield Apartments priced from $805. Applegate has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $859. Here are the most affordable Downtown Columbus IN apartments for rent in Columbus, IN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bloomfield Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $805 |
| Applegate | Studio | Studio,1BA | $859 |
| Briarwood of Columbus | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $978 |
| Charleston Square Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Quail Run | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Townhomes at 28th | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,205 |
| Taylor | S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,262 |
| Parkview Townhomes | 2TH | 2BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| Stonegate | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,299 |
| Columbus Crossing Townhomes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,325 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Columbus IN, IN
As of June 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Columbus IN area is the $1.20 price per square foot 4BR Downstairs Model at Arbor at Water's Edge in the in the Downtown Columbus IN neighborhood starting from $1,640. The second greatest value Downtown Columbus IN apartment is the Two Bedroom Two Bath Model at Stonegate starting at $1,299 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the Downtown Columbus IN neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Columbus IN 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 | 4BR Downstairs | 4BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| Stonegate | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| Townhomes at 28th | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Parkview Townhomes | 2THR | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.50 |
| The Cole | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Columbus Crossing Townhomes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Charleston Square Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Briarwood of Columbus | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Quail Run | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Bloomfield Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Columbus IN Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Columbus IN Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Columbus IN Apartment is $805 at Bloomfield Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Columbus IN Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Columbus IN is starting from $865 at Bloomfield Apartments.
What is the most affordable Downtown Columbus IN Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Columbus IN Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Townhomes at 28th and starts from $1,305.
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