Columbus, NE rental market

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Last updated November 9, 2026

Rental market summary

The average rent for all bedrooms and all property types in Columbus, NE is $1,411.

Average rent

$1,411

Month-over-monthMoM change

+$386

Year-over-yearYoY change

-$11

Available rentals

15

Source: Zillow Rentals data

Rental price range

The price range for all bedrooms and all property types is $1,000 to $2,000.

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Rent frequencies
Rent priceNumber of rental properties
$9001
$1,0002
$1,1001
$1,2003
$1,3001
$1,4005
$1,5001
$1,6001
$1,7001
$1,9001
$2,000+1

Average rent price over time

In the last year, rent has decreased by $11 compared to the previous year.

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Average rent price over time
Last year (2025)This year (2026)
Jan$1,571$1,300
Feb$1,250$1,400
Mar$1,500$1,475
Apr$1,500$1,550
May$1,500$1,489
Jun$1,500$1,790
Jul$1,500$1,475
Aug$1,350$1,485
Sep$1,350$1,400
Oct$1,451$1,100
Nov$1,438$1,404
Dec$1,450No data

Market temperature

The Columbus, NE rental market temperature is COOL. Market temperature is based on changes in renter demand compared to the national average. For example, a hot market has increasing demand.

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Temperature is based on all bedrooms and all property types.

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Rent in Columbus, NE is 29% lower than the national average.

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Frequently asked questions

1. What is the average rent in Columbus, NE?

The average rent in Columbus, NE is $1,411.

2. What is the average rent for a studio apartment in Columbus, NE?

The average rent for a studio apartment in Columbus, NE is $1,025 per month.

3. What is the average rent for a one-bedroom apartment in Columbus, NE?

The average rent for a one-bedroom apartment in Columbus, NE is $1,304 per month.

4. What is the average rent for a two-bedroom apartment in Columbus, NE?

The average rent for a two-bedroom apartment in Columbus, NE is $1,250 per month.

5. What is the average rent for a three-bedroom apartment in Columbus, NE?

The average rent for a three-bedroom apartment in Columbus, NE is $1,450 per month.

6. What is the average rent for a four-bedroom apartment in Columbus, NE?

The average rent for a four-bedroom apartment in Columbus, NE is $2,000 per month.

7. How much does it cost to rent a house in Columbus, NE?

Houses in Columbus, NE rent between $1,000 - $2,000 with an average rent of $1,411.

8. How has the rent in Columbus, NE changed in the last year?

In the last year, the rent in Columbus, NE decreased by $11

9. How much has the rent in Columbus, NE increased/decreased in the last month?

In the last month, the rent in Columbus, NE increased by $386

10. How many available rentals are there in Columbus, NE?

There are currently 15 rentals available in Columbus, NE.

11. How do rent prices in Columbus, NE compare with the national average?

The average rent in Columbus, NE is $1,411 — 29.27% lower the national average of $1,995.

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