What is the average rent of an apartment in Columbus, NC?

The average rent of an apartment in Columbus, NC is $1,500 per month. This is about 23% lower than the national average.

When is the average rent for an apartment cheapest in Columbus, NC?

In the last year, the average rent in Columbus, NC was lowest in Feb 2025 when it was $1,000 per month.

In the last year, the average rent in Columbus, NC was highest in Dec 2025 when it was $1,800 per month.

There are 2 available apartments or condos to rent in Columbus, NC.

Columbus, NC includes zip codes such as: 28722 .

Some nearby cities include: Tryon , Campobello , Mill Spring , Landrum , Rutherfordton . These cities may have more rental options to explore.

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Columbus, NC 28722
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2 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,080 sqft
2881 White Oak Mountain Rd,
Columbus, NC 28722
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Apartments For Rent Near Columbus, NC

Rent in Columbus, NC varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.

Average rent for a apartment increased in Jun 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent for apartments peaked in Dec 2025.

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In July 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Houses.

	1 bed	2 beds	3 beds	4 beds	All
All home types	—	$1,600	$3,000	$2,580	$2,300
Apartments and Condos	—	$1,500	—	—	$1,500
Houses	—	$1,650	$3,000	$2,580	$2,500

What is the average rent of an apartment in Columbus, NC?
The average rent of an apartment in Columbus, NC is $1,500 per month. This is about 23% lower than the national average.
When is the average rent for an apartment cheapest in Columbus, NC?
In the last year, the average rent in Columbus, NC was lowest in Feb 2025 when it was $1,000 per month.
When is the average rent for an apartment most expensive in Columbus, NC?
In the last year, the average rent in Columbus, NC was highest in Dec 2025 when it was $1,800 per month.
How many apartments or condos are available to rent in Columbus, NC?
There are 2 available apartments or condos to rent in Columbus, NC.
What are some zip codes in Columbus, NC?
Columbus, NC includes zip codes such as: 28722.
What are some cities near Columbus, NC?
Some nearby cities include: Tryon, Campobello, Mill Spring, Landrum, Rutherfordton. These cities may have more rental options to explore.