
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Columbus, NE (41 Rentals)


2481 E 5th Ave

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1967 27th Ave

Arbor Place

Vitality Apartments

The Cumberland

Legacy 23 Apartments

Northside Square Apartments

Lakeview Apartments
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North Pointe Villas

Fairways at Lincoln

Northbrook Apartments

Horizon Apartments and Villas

The Knock Apartments

Highland View Apartments
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Fountain Glen

Meadow Wood

Fountain Springs

The Apartment Place

Ridge Hollow Apartments

Victory Village Apartments

Prospect Ridge Apartments

The Harbor
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150 Poppe Dr

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Legacy Bend

Maple Apartments LLC

Fremont Omega - A 55+ Senior Community

Oak Park Apartments

901 S 1st St

1619 E Military Ave

Bluestem Apartments

Thompson Apartments

Prairie View Apartments
Columbus, NE Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Columbus?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus Studio Apartments | $998 | $615 | $1,280 |
| Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,235 | $695 | $1,859 |
| Columbus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,490 | $850 | $2,293 |
| Columbus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,748 | $1,395 | $2,202 |
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Largest Available Columbus and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Columbus, NE is found at Northbrook Apartments in the Belmont neighborhood and is 1,108 square feet priced from $1,325. Fountain Glen in the Highlands neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,082 square feet and currently listed start at $1,173. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Columbus:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northbrook Apartments | Waterfall | 1,108 Sq Ft | $1,325 |
| Fountain Glen | Dodge | 1,082 Sq Ft | $1,173 |
| North Pointe Villas | Brooklyn (Villa) | 1,038 Sq Ft | $1,395 |
| Horizon Apartments and Villas | Villa Twilight | 915 Sq Ft | $1,350 |
| Lakeside Village Apartment Homes | A1R | 840 Sq Ft | $1,150 |
| The Apartment Place | 1BR/1BA | 840 Sq Ft | $895 |
| Highland View Apartments | Cedar | 839 Sq Ft | $1,051 |
| theVUE | The Johnson | 806 Sq Ft | $1,595 |
| Deerfield Apartments & Chateaus | Classic Collection: Platte | 800 Sq Ft | $1,025 |
| Northridge Heights Apartments | Spruce | 796 Sq Ft | $1,098 |
Cheapest Available Columbus and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of March 11, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Columbus, NE is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model starting from $695 at Fremont Omega - A 55+ Senior Community . The second most affordable Columbus 1 Bedroom is the One Bedroom Model at Prospect Ridge Apartments starting at $825 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Columbus is currently $1,235. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Columbus:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Fremont Omega - A 55+ Senior Community | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $695 |
| Prospect Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom | $825 |
| The Apartment Place | 1BR/1BA | $895 |
| Fountain Glen | Sanders | $945 |
| Maple Apartments LLC | Unit 6 | $950 |
| Northbrook Apartments | Spring | $1,003 |
| Highland View Apartments | Maple | $1,019 |
| Deerfield Apartments & Chateaus | Classic Collection: Platte | $1,025 |
| Fairways at Lincoln | A2 - The Eagle | $1,039 |
| Northridge Heights Apartments | Maple | $1,047 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Columbus Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Columbus with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Columbus is at Fremont Omega - A 55+ Senior Community listed at $695.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Columbus Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Columbus is $1,235.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Columbus Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Columbus is a 1,108 square feet unit starting from $1,325 at Northbrook Apartments.
What is the average size for Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Columbus is currently 797 sq ft.
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