What is the average apartment size in Columbus?

The average size for a Columbus, GA apartment is 1,097 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Columbus?

As of Sep / 2025, the average rent in Columbus is $1,228 per month, a 1.43% increase from last year’s average of $1,210.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Columbus?

In Columbus, studios rent for $1,202 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,061 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,249 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $1,508 per month

What is the average apartment size in Columbus?

The typical apartment in Columbus offers about 1,097 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Columbus?

Studio apartments in Columbus average 379 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 827 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,194 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,475 sq. ft.

Columbus, GA Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Columbus?

The typical rent budget in Columbus ranges from $1,001 to $1,500 per month, with 57% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Columbus?

In Columbus, 50% of households rent while 50% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: October 19, 2025 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Columbus is $1,228, a 1.43% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,210.

Studio Apartments at $1,202 offer the most budget-friendly option with 379 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 827 square feet for $1,061, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,249 offer 1,194 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,475 sq ft) for $1,508, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Columbus, GA

Last updated: October 19, 2025

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,228	1,097 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,202	379 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,061	827 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,249	1,194 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$1,508	1,475 sq. ft.

Columbus, GA rent trends

Rental prices in Columbus, GA have increased by 1.43% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,210 to $1,228.

What's the typical rent budget in Columbus, GA?

The largest share of rentals in Columbus, GA (57%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Columbus, GA?

40,109 or 50% of the households in Columbus, GA are renter-occupied while 40,491 or 50% are owner-occupied.

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How Columbus Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Columbus	$1,228
Atlanta	$1,769
Savannah	$1,755
Augusta	$1,229
Marietta	$1,612
Lawrenceville	$1,684
Sandy Springs	$1,681
Duluth	$1,700
Stone Mountain	$1,300
Macon	$1,155
Smyrna	$1,585
Auburn, AL	$1,852
LaGrange, GA	$1,328
Opelika, AL	$1,442
Phenix City, AL	$1,157
Fortson, GA	$1,708

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Columbus apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.