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Columbus, WI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Columbus Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Columbus, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at Bay Shore Apartments (Elderly) priced from $400. 405 Stark St in the Stonehaven neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $975. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Columbus apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Bay Shore Apartments (Elderly)Senior Living1BR,1BA$400
405 Stark St2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$975
The BaehronStudio UnfurnishedStudio,1BA$995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbus, WI and Nearby

As of June 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Columbus area is the $1.75 price per square foot 4 Bedroom/2 Bathroom Model at Sky Ridge in the in the Liberty Square neighborhood starting from $2,390. The second greatest value Columbus apartment is the 3BR/1.5BA Model at The District starting at $1,499 with a $1.15 price per square foot in the Stonehaven 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.
Sky Ridge4 Bedroom/2 Bathroom4BR,2BA$1.75
The District3BR/1.5BA3BR,1.5BA$1.15
The Preserve Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath Upper 2 Car Attached Garage (4)2BR,2BA$1.18
Crosstown of Sun Prairie2x12BR,1BA$1.47
Catalyst on MainB11BR,1BA$1.69
405 Stark St2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.22
Whistling Ridge Senior ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.70
Stonewood RentalB1.11BR,1BA$1.74
Freedom Ring Apartments1 bed/1 bath1BR,1BA$1.57
Bay Shore Apartments (Elderly)Senior Living1BR,1BA$0.71

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Frequently Asked Questions about Columbus

What type of rentals are currently available in Columbus?

There are currently 49 Apartments for Rent in Columbus, WI with pricing that ranges from $400 to $2,850. There are also 34 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Columbus ranging from $750 to $3,080.

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 $750 to $3,080 with an average monthly rent of $2,009.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Columbus?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Columbus range from $1,250 to $2,370, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,875 to $3,080. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,725 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,390.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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