Apartments For Rent in Columbus, NE

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Apartments For Rent Near Columbus, NE

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What Locals Say about Columbus

  • M L. R.
    "Most of my neighbors do own a dog(s) and are either fenced in or on a leash . Otherwise the road that runs north and south in front of my house can quite busy at times and drivers often speed and don’t pay attention to small kids or pets "
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  • Kellyvanness
    "There is no public transportation in this town. I have car and drive to work school and home. The community has some taxi service available."
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  • Unltd.co
    "Great place to live, opportunities for Jobs and Work. Overall it’s awesome. It’s really a place to live. "
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  • Toneisha.marsh
    "I think it would be a mixed bag as not every yard has a fence and some owners do not leash. Through traffic can be a dangerous situation as well."
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  • Toneisha.marsh
    "The area is full of children. They play outside and with other neighborhood children. I’m not sure what schools are the closest."
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  • tmarsh
    "Sidewalks for easy walking. Dogs are kept on leashes and are in fenced backyards. Old neighborhood so tall old trees to keep you cool on hot summer days."
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  • Jared H.
    "nice school near by, good young families with many kids running around playing together outside. nice, helpful neighbors."
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  • Mildan
    "I just moved here. It is a slow moving city. It takes getting used to. There are some advantages. "
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  • Starlocket78
    "There is a park right across the street and and school with a track near by as well. My neighbors seem to be very friendly and the children are excited about my son being someone they can play with."
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Average Rent Trends in Columbus, NE

Rent in Columbus, NE varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent decreased in May 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Jan 2025.
MonthAverage rent
Jun 2025$1,500
Jul 2025$1,500
Aug 2025$1,350
Sep 2025$1,350
Oct 2025$1,451
Nov 2025$1,435
Dec 2025$1,450
Jan 2026$1,300
Feb 2026$1,400
Mar 2026$1,475
Apr 2026$1,550
May 2026$1,488
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Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type

In May 2026, Townhomes were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Houses and Apartments and Condos.
1 bed2 beds3 beds4 bedsAll
All home types$1,336$1,541$1,695$1,900$1,900
Townhomes——$2,300$1,900$1,900
Apartments and Condos$750———$3,000
Houses—$1,850$2,500—$2,500
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Columbus, NE

  • What is the average rent in Columbus, NE?
    The average rent in Columbus, NE is $1,488. Rent prices range from $750 to as much as $2,500, depending on the type of rental.
  • How does the rent in Columbus, NE compare to the national average?
    Average rent in Columbus, NE is about 22% lower than the national average rent of $1,910. That means it is less expensive to rent in Columbus compared to the U.S. average.
  • What is the average rent in Columbus, NE, by number of bedrooms?
    The average rent in Columbus, NE is $1,200 for a studio, $1,303 for a 1 bedroom, $1,610 for a 2 bedroom, $2,300 for a 3 bedroom, and $1,900 for a 4 bedroom.
  • How have rent prices in Columbus, NE changed compared to last year?
    In the past year, the average rent price in Columbus, NE has decreased by $12. That means the average rent is 1% lower than last year.
  • How many available rental listings are in Columbus, NE?
    There are 10 available rental listings in Columbus, NE.
  • What are some zip codes in Columbus, NE?
    Columbus, NE includes zip codes such as: 68601, 68653, 68602.
  • What are some cities near Columbus, NE?
    Some nearby cities include: Platte Center, Richland, Duncan, Bellwood, Tarnov. These cities may have more rental options to explore.