Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Columbus IN Neighborhood of Columbus, IN from $700 (4 Rentals)

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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Columbus IN, IN

As of June 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Columbus IN area is the $1.52 price per square foot 1422 Chestnut St Model at 1422 Chestnut St, Unit B in the in the Downtown Columbus IN neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Downtown Columbus IN apartment is the Two Bedroom One Bath Model at Townhomes at 28th starting at $1,199 with a $1.17 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1422 Chestnut St, Unit B1422 Chestnut St3BR,1.5BA$1.52
Townhomes at 28thTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$1.17
Residences on Carr HillGehry2BR,1BA$1.51
Briarwood of ColumbusOne Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1.51
Quail Run1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.66
St. Barts ApartmentsThe Willow1BR,1BA$1.83
The TaylorA11BR,1BA$2.47
Williamsburg WayThe WashingtonStudio ,1BA$1.82

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Columbus IN

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Columbus IN?

There are currently 27 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Columbus IN, IN with pricing that ranges from $799 to $3,016. There are also 4 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Columbus IN ranging from $700 to $2,100.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Columbus IN ranges from $700 to $2,100 with an average monthly rent of $1,233.

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