Flats at 5th
2576 E 5th St,
Columbus, NE 68601
$1,199 - $1,800
Studio - 2 Beds
Columbus
Columbus, NE Area Guide
Discover the historic gems of this quaint small town
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Riverside
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Stretched along the banks of the Loup River, Columbus is a small town steeped in a rich history. Columbus is a history buff’s dream, containing the Andrew Jackson Higgins National Memorial, Spanish-American War Veterans Memorial, and the Platte County Museum among many other historical markers.
Past blends with present in Columbus’ downtown area, which is brimming with modern eateries, specialty shops, and government buildings. Recreational opportunities abound in Columbus as well, with active mainstays like Pawnee Plunge Water Park, Quail Run Golf Course, and Bob Lake Trail as well as convenient access to the Loup and Platte Rivers. Larger cities like Omaha and Lincoln are a little over an hour’s drive from Columbus, should you crave big-city bustle for a weekend getaway. Getting around from Columbus is easy with access to U.S. 30 and U.S. 81 in addition to the Columbus Airport.
Rent Trends
As of March 2026, the average apartment rent in Columbus, NE is $1,249 for a studio, $1,133 for one bedroom, $1,143 for two bedrooms, and $1,103 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Columbus has increased by 3.2% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,133/month
718 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Columbus, NE is for everyday living.
Car-Dependent
48
/ 100
This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
Somewhat Bikeable
43
/ 100
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
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Schools
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.