Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Columbus MS Neighborhood of Columbus, MS from $600 (12 Rentals)

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The Reserve
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Reserve

634 31st Ave NColumbus, MS 39705
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College Square
2 Bedroom Apartments

College Square

3499 Bluecutt RdColumbus, MS 39705

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Falcon Lair Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Falcon Lair Apartments

625 31st Ave NColumbus, MS 39705
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Downtown Columbus MS, Columbus, MS Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Columbus MS Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Columbus MS area of Columbus, MS is a 1 Bed unit found at The Reserve priced from $685. The Reunion has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $760. Here are the most affordable Downtown Columbus MS apartments for rent in Columbus, MS:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Reserve1x11BR,1BA$685
The Reunion1X11BR,1BA$760
Chanticleer Apartments3 x 1.5 Flat New Construction3BR,1BA$1,250

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Columbus MS, MS

As of September 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Columbus MS area is the $1.32 price per square foot 3 x 1.5 Flat New Construction Model at Chanticleer Apartments in the in the Downtown Columbus MS neighborhood starting from $1,250. The second greatest value Downtown Columbus MS apartment is the 2X1 Model at The Reunion starting at $860 with a $1.01 price per square foot in the Downtown Columbus MS neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Columbus MS apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Chanticleer Apartments3 x 1.5 Flat New Construction3BR,1.5BA$1.32
The Reunion2X12BR,1BA$1.01
The Reserve1x11BR,1BA$0.91

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Columbus Ms, Columbus, MS

Ranked #1

Among cities in Mississippi for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Getting Around the Downtown Columbus MS Neighborhood in Columbus, MS

Walk Score®

52 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

47 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Columbus MS Apartments

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Columbus MS Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Columbus MS is starting from $785 at The Reserve.

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