
Cheap Homes for Rent in Columbus, NE from $600 (7 Rentals)
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710 C St

4541 Tranquility Dr
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614 Columbus Ave

1005 S 4th St

1822 Knox St
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101 E 1st St
Columbus, NE 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 | $1,217 | $700 | $1,875 |
Columbus 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,648 | $1,200 | $2,395 |
Columbus 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,197 | $1,435 | $3,100 |
Columbus 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,817 | $1,650 | $1,985 |
Columbus 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 |
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Cheapest Available Columbus Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Columbus, NE is a 1 Bed unit found at Fremont Omega - A 55+ Senior Community priced from $699. MEADOW WOOD in the Clinton neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $755. 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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Fremont Omega - A 55+ Senior Community | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
MEADOW WOOD | Open living space + spacious master | 1BR,1BA | $755 |
Bluestem Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbus, NE and Nearby
As of May 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Columbus area is the $1.16 price per square foot 2 Beds, 1 bath Model at 414 W Phillip Ave in the starting from $1,450. The second greatest value Columbus apartment is the Ashport & Northport Model at Bridgeport Apartments starting at $1,449 with a $1.26 price per square foot in the University Place neighborhood. 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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414 W Phillip Ave | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
Bridgeport Apartments | Ashport & Northport | 3BR,2BA | $1.26 |
Villas At The Pines | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.14 |
Prairie View Apartments | 1 bedroom unit | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
The Apartment Place | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
Fountain Springs | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
Conestoga Crossing | TWO BEDROOM FLOORPLAN | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
MEADOW WOOD | Open living space + spacious master | 1BR,1BA | $1.02 |
Ridge Hollow Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
Fremont Omega - A 55+ Senior Community | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Columbus
What type of rentals are currently available in Columbus?
There are currently 45 Apartments for Rent in Columbus, NE with pricing that ranges from $670 to $2,388. There are also 32 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Columbus ranging from $600 to $3,100.
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 $600 to $3,100 with an average monthly rent of $1,718.
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