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Hawkins Pointe
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hawkins Pointe

750 6th Ave WHendersonville, NC 28739
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Columbus, NC Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbus, NC and Nearby

As of June 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Columbus area is the $1.16 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at The Townes at Clairbrook in the starting from $1,850. The second greatest value Columbus apartment is the 3X3 Model at The Hub at Palmetto Pointe starting at $1,399 with a $1.03 price per square foot in the Hilltop 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.
The Townes at Clairbrook3 Bedroom3BR,2.5BA$1.16
The Hub at Palmetto Pointe3X33BR,3BA$1.03
LOFTS AT INMAN MILLSB22BR,2BA$1.06
Fusion PointeSpacious 3 Bedroom Apartment in Spartanburg! *...3BR,3BA$1.32
The SpringsThe Live Oak - 1059 sqft.2BR,2BA$1.24
Lofts By The Lake2x1 W2BR,1BA$1.50
Valley Falls Apartments2X22BR,2BA$0.76
The Bradford Apartments2/1 First Floor2BR,1BA$1.30
Autumn Park 2One Bedroom Patio/Balcony1BR,1BA$1.31
Windsor Palms Apartment Homes1bd/1ba-WINDSOR PALMS APTS "NEW YEAR SPECIAL: $...1BR,1BA$1.41

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Columbus, NC

Ranked #178

Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Columbus, NC

Walk Score®

31 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

13 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Columbus Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Columbus Apartment is $580 at The Highlands.

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 $650 at The Highlands.

What is the most affordable Columbus Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Columbus Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Wilson Place and starts from $1,375.

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You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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