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Rental Market Trends in Columbus, GA

Updated July 2026

The average rent in Columbus, GA is $1,101/month.

Rent in Columbus is 34% lower than the national average rent of $1,662/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,101/month

Average Rent

846 Sq Ft

Average Size

+3.3%

Change / Year

1,129

Available Apartments

Columbus rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Columbus average $1,070 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Columbus average $1,101 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Columbus average $1,190 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Columbus average $1,556 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,070/month
579 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,101/month
846 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,190/month
1,146 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,556/month
1,447 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$948/month
959 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,395/month
1,243 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$2,256/month
1,934 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,269/month
773 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,288/month
1,013 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Columbus, GA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 3.3%, which averages out to $37 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Columbus, GA

July 2026
$700 - $1,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Columbus, GA
Percentage*
Rent Range
17% Below $700/month
38% $700 - $1,000/month
32% $1,001 - $1,500/month
10% $1,501 - $2,000/month
2% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Columbus?

Based on current rent prices, Southeast Columbus, East Columbus and Midtown Columbus are the most affordable neighborhoods in Columbus.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Southeast Columbus
$952/month
697 Sq Ft
East Columbus
$1,016/month
838 Sq Ft
Midtown Columbus
$1,022/month
894 Sq Ft
North Columbus
$1,221/month
873 Sq Ft
Downtown Columbus
$1,326/month
829 Sq Ft
Uptown Columbus
$1,555/month
818 Sq Ft
Old Town
$1,872/month
849 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Columbus?

Based on current rent prices, Old Town, Uptown Columbus and Downtown Columbus are the most expensive neighborhoods in Columbus.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Old Town
$1,872/month
849 Sq Ft
Uptown Columbus
$1,555/month
818 Sq Ft
Downtown Columbus
$1,326/month
829 Sq Ft
North Columbus
$1,221/month
873 Sq Ft
Midtown Columbus
$1,022/month
894 Sq Ft
East Columbus
$1,016/month
838 Sq Ft
Southeast Columbus
$952/month
697 Sq Ft

Which Columbus neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Columbus with the most apartments available are North Columbus, East Columbus and Downtown Columbus .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
North Columbus
$1,221/month
873 Sq Ft
East Columbus
$1,016/month
838 Sq Ft
Downtown Columbus
$1,326/month
829 Sq Ft
Southeast Columbus
$952/month
697 Sq Ft
Midtown Columbus
$1,022/month
894 Sq Ft
Uptown Columbus
$1,555/month
818 Sq Ft
Old Town
$1,872/month
849 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Columbus, GA?

Because the average rent in Columbus is $1,101, you’ll want to make about $3,670 per month or $44,040 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Columbus, GA is 12.9% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Columbus is 29.1% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,070 - $1,556. You can expect to pay 2.8% less for groceries, 6.1% less for utilities, and 17.6% less for transportation.

City

Columbus, GA

1,129 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Columbus, GA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Columbus, GA to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

Southeast Columbus

Columbus, GA

Old Town

Columbus, GA

Studio
$826/month
-
One Bedroom
$813/month
$1,460/month
Two Bedroom
$817/month
$1,954/month
Three Bedroom
$1,094/month
$1,943/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

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Apartment Communities in Columbus We Think You'll Love

Midland Falls Apartment Homes

Midland Falls Apartment Homes

6029 Flat Rock Rd,
Columbus, GA 31907

1-3 Beds | $989 - $1,654

Ballantyne Commons of Columbus

Ballantyne Commons of Columbus

8160 Veterans Pkwy,
Columbus, GA 31909

1-3 Beds | $1,165 - $1,770

Prose Columbus

Prose Columbus

6700 River Rd,
Columbus, GA 31904

1-2 Beds | $1,439 - $1,804

The Currents at Riverfront Place

The Currents at Riverfront Place

1300 Front Ave,
Columbus, GA 31901

Studio - 3 Beds | $1,400 - $3,000

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Columbus?

The average rent in Columbus is $1,101 per month, which is 33.8% lower than the national average of $1,662.

What is the average rent for a house in Columbus?

The average rent for a house in Columbus, GA is $1,395 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Columbus?

Rents in Columbus, GA are increasing, with prices up 3.3% year-over-year and $37 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Columbus?

In Columbus, GA, 38% of apartments fall between $700 - $1,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Georgia Columbus Rental Trends

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 June 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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