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Columbus, MS

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Delight in the small-town feel of this historic city

Suburban Historic Quaint Charming Scenic Lush Artistic

Nestled alongside the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway, Columbus is the hometown of the legendary playwright Tennessee Williams. Anchored in a rich history, Columbus touts a bevy of grand antebellum homes and a vibrant historic downtown. The Mississippi University for Women, the country’s first public college for women, is also located in Columbus.

Known as “the City that has it all,” Columbus offers residents access to an array of community festivals and events throughout the year in addition to numerous top-notch restaurants, specialty shops, and exceptional recreational opportunities at Columbus Propst Park, Lee Park, Lion Hills Center and Golf Club, and the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway. Convenience to the Columbus Air Force Base and U.S. 45 affords many residents easy commutes.

Rent Trends

As of February 2025, the average apartment rent in Columbus, MS is $675 for a studio, $777 for one bedroom, $920 for two bedrooms, and $1,221 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Columbus has increased by 3.9% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$777/month
702 Sq Ft
House
$1,675/month
1,106 Sq Ft
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Transportation

34

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

40

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

New Hope Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

1,151 Students

Rating Unavailable

Cook Elementary Fine Arts Magnet School

Public

Grades PK-5

388 Students

Rating Unavailable

Stokes Beard Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

365 Students

Rating Unavailable

Hunt Intermediate School

Public

Grades 6

319 Students

Rating Unavailable

Sale Elementary International Studies Magnet School

Public

Grades PK-5

275 Students

Rating Unavailable

West Lowndes High School

Public

Grades 7-12

246 Students

4
out of 10

Columbus Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

667 Students

Rating Unavailable

Lee Middle School

Public

Grades 7-8

632 Students

Rating Unavailable

New Hope Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

613 Students

Rating Unavailable

Hunt Intermediate School

Public

Grades 6

319 Students

Rating Unavailable

Mississippi School for Math and Science

Public

Grades 11-12

231 Students

10
out of 10

New Hope High School

Public

Grades 9-12

807 Students

7
out of 10

West Lowndes High School

Public

Grades 7-12

246 Students

4
out of 10

Columbus High School

Public

Grades 9-12

898 Students

3
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Plymouth Bluff Center
  • Lake Lowndes State Park

Airports

  • Golden Triangle Regional

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