Cheap Apartments for Rent in Columbus, MI from $600 (32 Rentals)

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Pinewood on the Lake
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Pinewood on the Lake

2109 Redwood AveColumbus, MI 48063
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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Legacy on Riverside
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Legacy on Riverside

1519 S Riverside AveSt Clair, MI 48079
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67748 S Main St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

67748 S Main St

67748 S Main StRichmond, MI 48062
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Richmond Place
3 Bedroom Apartments

Richmond Place

36401 Division RdRichmond, MI 48062
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property at 2622 Maple St

$1,050

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2622 Maple St

Port HuronMI48060

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Columbus, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Columbus Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Columbus, MI is a Studio unit found at Aspen Grove Apartments in the St. Clair County neighborhood priced from $820. Golf Marina Apartments in the Downtown Port Huron neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Columbus apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Aspen Grove ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$820
Golf Marina ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$850
Anchor Bay Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$850
ST. CLAIR LANDINGS1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$895
Sugarbush Run ApartmentsSugarbush Run Apartments2BR,1BA$895
Legacy at GolfviewUpdated Unit2BR,1BA$895
Chesterfield ManorOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$925
Blackwood Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom with basement2BR,1BA$950
Aspen Creek ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$965
Waters Edge Estates1/11BR,1BA$985

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbus, MI and Nearby

As of July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Columbus area is the $1.01 price per square foot 2 Beds, 2 baths Model at Wrigley Lofts in the in the Downtown Port Huron neighborhood starting from $1,425. The second greatest value Columbus apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom with basement Model at Blackwood Apartments starting at $950 with a $0.95 price per square foot in the Downtown Port Huron neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Columbus apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Wrigley Lofts2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$1.01
Blackwood Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom with basement2BR,1BA$0.95
Silver Pines Apartments1 Bedroom & Deluxe 1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.07
Anchor Bay Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.89
LAKE VILLAGE APARTMENTS2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.16
Sugarbush Run ApartmentsSugarbush Run Apartments2BR,1.5BA$0.99
Belle River ApartmentsOne Bedroom with Deck1BR,1BA$1.19
Aspen Creek ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1.5BA$1.18
Legacy at GolfviewUpdated Unit2BR,1BA$1.12
Chesterfield ManorOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.16

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Columbus Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Columbus?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Columbus is at Aspen Grove Apartments listed at $820.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Columbus Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Columbus Apartment is $850 at Anchor Bay 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 $895 at Sugarbush Run Apartments.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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