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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Columbus, IN

37 Rentals Available
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Columbus, IN. 37 Rentals Available
Apartments Under $1,000 Apartments Under $1,200

Apartments Under $1,000

  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
    Today

    3838 Willamsburg Way, Columbus, IN 47203
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    1 BED $905+
    2 BEDS $985+
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    2230 Applegate Dr., Columbus, IN 47203
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    1 BED $949+
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  • a dining room with a black table and chairs and a living room with white furniture
    Today

    1182 Quail Run Dr, Columbus, IN 47201
    1 BED $950
    2 BEDS $1,060+
    3 BEDS $1,475

Apartments Under $1,200

  • a living room with leather couches and a coffee table
    Today

    2350 Thornybrook Drive, Columbus, IN 47203
    1 BED $1,103+
    2 BEDS $1,324+
    3 BEDS $1,599+
  • a living room with a couch and a table
    Today

    3501 Nicolas Lane, Columbus, IN 47203
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    2 BEDS $1,108+
    3 BEDS $1,315
  • a living room with a black leather couch and two chairs
    Today

    411 S Gladstone Ave, Columbus, IN 47201
    Income Restricted
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $1,159
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Getting around in Columbus, IN

2 /100
Car-Dependent
20 /100
Somewhat Bikeable
Walk Score®: 2, Bike Score®: 20

Frequently asked questions

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Columbus, IN?

The price range of a cheap apartment is between $905 and $2,447.

How many cheap rentals are available in Columbus, IN on RentCafe?

There are 24 cheap rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Columbus, IN were last updated on 22 Feb 2026.

What is the average size of a cheap apartment in Columbus, IN?

The average Columbus, IN cheap apartment size is 827 sq. ft.

What are the advantages of renting a cheap apartment in Columbus, IN?

Cheap apartments in Columbus, IN are usually less expensive, smaller, and easier to maintain. They also come with lower utility costs.

What are the downsides of renting a cheap apartment in Columbus, IN?

A cheap apartment in Columbus, IN offers little storage space and fewer amenities compared to other apartments.

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Finding the right apartment as far as size and location go is one aspect of apartment searching, but making sure that it provides all that you need within a reasonable price is another. On RentCafe, you can search for cheap apartments near you and ensure that you find one that suites your needs. Worried the neighborhood or city you are looking to move to is known to have higher rents? You can browse our listings and find the cheap apartments in any location, whether you are looking at a specific neighborhood, ZIP code, or city.

The perfect apartment for you is out there, either near you or anywhere in the U.S. that you are looking to move to. So, let's find the one that satisfies your wants and needs, but that also comes at an affordable price.

Looking for a cheap apartment for rent in Columbus, IN? With RentCafe, finding an affordable apartment in Columbus, IN has never been easier. We feature 37 low-priced rentals directly from property managers, with rents lower than the Columbus, IN average. What is a cheap rent in Columbus, IN? The average apartment rent in Columbus is $1,290 per month so any rental south of $1,032 would be considered cheap here. On RentCafe, Columbus, IN rents go as low as $905/mo.

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