
Cheap Homes for Rent in Columbus, MI from $1,000 (11 Rentals)
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9237 N River Rd

5292 Commander Ct

5791 Portside Ct

520 Griswold St
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39169 Jefferson Ave

9132 Windward Dr

155 Clinton St

514 Glenwood Ave

314 Fairgrove St
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763 Amherst Ln
Columbus, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Columbus?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Columbus 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,663 | $1,099 | $2,390 |
Columbus 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,787 | $1,199 | $3,000 |
Columbus 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,950 | $1,400 | $4,500 |
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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 priced from $800. Westmoore Apartments in the North End neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $830. 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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Aspen Grove Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
Westmoore Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $830 |
Anchor Bay Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Golf Marina Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
ST. CLAIR LANDINGS | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $855 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbus, MI and Nearby
As of May 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Columbus area is the $1.15 price per square foot G, H, K & L Style Model at Casa Mia Apartments in the in the New Baltimore neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value Columbus apartment is the Two Bedroom with Deck Model at Belle River Apartments starting at $1,025 with a $0.99 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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Casa Mia Apartments | G, H, K & L Style | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
Belle River Apartments | Two Bedroom with Deck | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
Blackwood Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom with basement | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
Brookstone Place Apartments | 2x1B | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
Silver Pines Apartments | 1 Bedroom Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
Lighthouse Estates | LE2 - 2 Bed, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
Anchor Bay Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.89 |
Heritage Grove Apartments | Two bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Chesterfield Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
Aspen Creek Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Columbus
What type of rentals are currently available in Columbus?
There are currently 40 Apartments for Rent in Columbus, MI with pricing that ranges from $605 to $3,165. There are also 25 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Columbus ranging from $1,099 to $4,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Columbus?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Columbus ranges from $1,099 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,875.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.