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Columbus, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Available Columbus Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Columbus, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Lancaster Living Apartments priced from $725. Sunrise Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $805. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Columbus apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lancaster Living Apartments1 Bedroom - 1 Bath1BR,1BA$725
Sunrise Apartment Homes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$805
Oak Haven Apartments2bd 1ba2BR,1BA$885
Parkside Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$895
Shade Tree Apartment Homes1 bedroom1BR,1BA$895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbus, TX and Nearby

As of September 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Columbus area is the $1.19 price per square foot Hawking Model at The Nexus at Kingsland Heights in the in the Cinco Ranch neighborhood starting from $2,106. The second greatest value Columbus apartment is the Secondary Bedroom Model at Greenville Townhomes starting at $1,300 with a $0.76 price per square foot in the Bear Creek Copperfield 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 Nexus at Kingsland HeightsHawking3BR,2BA$1.19
Greenville TownhomesSecondary Bedroom1BR,1.5BA$0.76
River Oaks Apartments2 bedroom Duplex2BR,1BA$1.22
Brenham OaksB12BR,2BA$1.09
625 at Prairie View2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom, 900 SQFT2BR,1BA$1.09
Circle K Apartments2nd Floor2BR,1BA$1.15
The Commons Apartments at Hickory Creek1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.12
Oak Haven Apartments2bd 1ba2BR,1BA$1.11
Greenbriar Apartment Homes1Bp2M1BR,1BA$1.31
Lancaster Living Apartments1 Bedroom - 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.03

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26 / 100

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35 / 100

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Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Columbus Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Columbus?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Columbus is at Montage at Cinco Ranch listed at $1,059.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Columbus Apartment is $725 at Lancaster Living Apartments.

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 $885 at Oak Haven Apartments.

What is the most affordable Columbus Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Columbus Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Oak Haven Apartments and starts from $985.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

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The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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