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122 Garden St

129 Lemmon Ave

126 Garden St

39 Washington St
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317 E Union St

529 York St

224 Rutland Ave

825 W 3rd St

0 W 2nd St
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806 High St

48 Elizabeth St

17 West St

124 Rancocas Rd

203 Mill St
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13 Covington Ct
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Columbus?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,189 | $1,600 | $3,000 |
| Columbus 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,697 | $1,700 | $3,700 |
| Columbus 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,986 | $2,599 | $5,495 |
| Columbus 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,100 | $5,000 | $5,200 |
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Cheapest Available Columbus Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Columbus, NJ is a Studio unit found at Lavana Falls Apartments in the Magnolia Hill neighborhood priced from $1,295. Burlington Pointe Apartments in the Burlington County neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,299. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Columbus apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lavana Falls Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
| Burlington Pointe Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,299 |
| Woodland Springs | 1 Bedroom With Patio/Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $1,355 |
| Whitehall Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| The Willows at Burlington Mill | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,536 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbus, NJ and Nearby
As of August 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Columbus area is the $1.47 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at The Willows at Burlington Mill in the in the Royal Oaks neighborhood starting from $1,536. The second greatest value Columbus apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at Park Apartments starting at $1,955 with a $1.96 price per square foot in the Cross Creek at Chesterfield 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Willows at Burlington Mill | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Pointe Breeze Apartments LLC | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Laurel Run Village | Ascott Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Eastampton Gardens Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 814 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Lumberton Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 814 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Northgate Village | One Bedroom Downstairs | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| Woodland Springs | 1 Bedroom With Patio/Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Sterling Glen | 1 Bedroom Upper Floor | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| Zachary Arms Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Columbus?
There are currently 61 Apartments for Rent in Columbus, NJ with pricing that ranges from $915 to $5,224. There are also 38 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Columbus ranging from $700 to $5,495.
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 $700 to $5,495 with an average monthly rent of $2,666.
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