Rent to own Homes in Columbus, MS

Founded by the Choctaw English interpreter John Pitchlynn, Columbus is situated above the Tombigbee River in northeast Mississippi. During the Civil War, the area served as a hospital town and provided canons, gunpowder and handguns from a local arsenal. The history of the community would provide ample fodder for famous playwright and resident Tennessee Williams, whose birthplace now serves as the town's welcome center.

Columbus, MS is a great place for affordable rent-to-own homes! With a median household income of over $34,551 and a median rent of $799, the Columbus, MS rent-to-own market is more affordable than the traditional housing market which has shown tremendous growth across the U.S. and with it, aggressive competition for home purchases. With the current housing shortage trend it can make it harder to become a homeowner, including in Columbus, MS. This means higher than average down payments for homes and higher qualification standards for conventional home loans. With a rent-to-own property, tenants are also buyers. You can live in the house for a set amount of time before you purchase it, meaning that you get to know the house, your neighbors, and your community before making the final purchase. This enables you and your family to make the right choice based on both information and experience. Rent-to-own is also a great alternative way to get into a home if you have bad credit or don't have enough saved for a down payment.

Check out Columbus, MS rent to own homes for sale, which may include auction properties, for sale by owner, and more.
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86 ELMORE ST
Rent To Own
 
Single Family Home
Columbus, MS 39702
3
1
1378 ft2
1975
120 RAILROAD ST
Rent To Own
 
Single Family Home
West Point, MS 39773
3
1
1100 ft2
1978
51 JANIE LN
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
Columbus, MS 39705
5
3
3627 ft2
1973
37 WATER OAK DR
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
Columbus, MS 39705
7
3
5212 ft2
2007
1 of 8 268 TABERNACLE RD
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
Columbus, MS 39702
3
2
2319 ft2
1956
1 of 8 7031 WOLFE RD
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
Columbus, MS 39705
3
1
1353 ft2
1981
1 of 52 3519 WAVERLY RD
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
West Point, MS 39773
4
5
3969 ft2
1997
1 of 11 159 OAK CREST CIR
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
West Point, MS 39773
3
2
1809 ft2
1969
60 ELM CREST CV
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
West Point, MS 39773
3
2
2157 ft2
1978
790 S ESHMAN AVE
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
West Point, MS 39773
3
2
1494 ft2
1980
1 of 34 805 LONE OAK PARK
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
West Point, MS 39773
3
1
1134 ft2
1994
New
243 LONE OAK CIR
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
West Point, MS 39773
3
2
2386 ft2
1968
1 of 22 806 GREENBRIAR ST
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
Starkville, MS 39759
3
3
5591 ft2
2010
1 of 34 500 River Rd
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Townhouse/Condo
Starkville, MS 39759
3
4
1522 ft2
2014
New
108 Starr Ave
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Townhouse/Condo
Starkville, MS 39759
2
4
1120 ft2
2001
505 COTTONWOOD DR
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
Starkville, MS 39759
3
2
1864 ft2
1967
New
701 SASSAFRAS DR
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
Starkville, MS 39759
4
2
2201 ft2
1963
1 of 13 202 Tomlinson Dr
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Townhouse/Condo
Starkville, MS 39759
3
3
1387 ft2
2000
1 of 27 1195 MEADOW LARK DR
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
Starkville, MS 39759
4
2
2354 ft2
1979
New
60018 OAK RIDGE CV
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
Amory, MS 38821
3
3
2242 ft2
1998
207 7TH ST S
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
Amory, MS 38821
3
2
2210 ft2
1950
New
607 ACADEMY ST
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
Okolona, MS 38860
3
2
1728 ft2
1960
716 SPRUCE ST
Rent To Own
 
Single Family Home
Columbus, MS 39702
4
2
1778 ft2
1960
Hot
1 of 26 559 GREENBRIAR DR
Rent To Own
 
Single Family Home
Columbus, MS 39705
4
4
3800 ft2
1992
Hot
1 of 29 603 FOREST GLEN RD
Rent To Own
 
Single Family Home
Columbus, MS 39705
3
2
1894 ft2
1968
1 of 27 Cobblestone Dr
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Multifamily (2 - 4 Units)
Caledonia, MS 39705
4
3
2546 ft2
2006
1 of 24 110 Gladys Drive
Rent To Own
 
Multifamily (2 - 4 Units)
Columbus, MS 39705
3
3
2200 ft2
2001
Hot
1 of 32 147 COOPER CREEK CV
Rent To Own
 
Single Family Home
Caledonia, MS 39740
3
3
2741 ft2
2004
1 of 29 254 OTT RD
Rent To Own
 
Single Family Home
Caledonia, MS 39740
5
5
4500 ft2
2008
1 of 17 434 GRANT RD
Rent To Own
 
Single Family Home
Caledonia, MS 39740
3
1
1800 ft2
1943
Hot
1 of 9 165 CYPRESS LAKE DR
Rent To Own
 
Single Family Home
Pickensville, AL 35447
3
4
2016 ft2
1988
18134 Alabama 14
Rent To Own
 
Multifamily (2 - 4 Units)
Pickensville, AL 35447
3
2
1400 ft2
Hot
1 of 32 236 PINECREST LN
Rent To Own
 
Single Family Home
Pickensville, AL 35447
3
2
2083 ft2
1996
Hot
1 of 11 59 INVERNESS RD
Rent To Own
 
Single Family Home
Starkville, MS 39759
2
2
1338 ft2
2008
Hot
1 of 11 35 FORREST NOOK RD
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Single Family Home
Starkville, MS 39759
3
3
1669 ft2
2008
1 of 2 41 EDGEWATER LN
Rent To Own
 
Single Family Home
Starkville, MS 39759
5
4
3400 ft2
1949
1 of 63 109 TROTTER LN
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Single Family Home
Starkville, MS 39759
4
4
4721 ft2
1972
Hot
108 TANGLEWOOD DR
Rent To Own
 
Single Family Home
Starkville, MS 39759
5
3
3122 ft2
1982
Hot
1 of 8 108 CYPRESS POINTE RD
Rent To Own
 
Single Family Home
Starkville, MS 39759
5
4
3763 ft2
2013
Hot
1 of 21 207 WILLOW BEND DR
Rent To Own
 
Single Family Home
Starkville, MS 39759
4
3
2533 ft2
1986
1923 CARROLLTON RD
Rent To Own
 
Single Family Home
Aliceville, AL 35442
2
2
1978 ft2
1958
1 of 2 719 N BROWDER ST
REO Foreclosure
 
Single Family Home
Columbus, MS 39702
3
1
1367 ft2
1965
1 of 10 1206 7TH ST N
Auction
 
Single Family Home
Columbus, MS 39701
3
2
2767 ft2
1834
1 of 20 74 CRENSHAW DR
Auction
 
Single Family Home
Columbus, MS 39702
3
2
2001 ft2
1984
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Buying a Home in Columbus, MS

Columbus, MS is seeing rapid growth and Columbus, MS's' housing market remains optimal with an average home price that is -47% below the 2024 national average. Columbus, MS is part of Lowndes county and taxes are an important factor to consider when purchasing a home whether through rent to own or a traditional purchase. The average tax rate as of 2024 for county Lowndes is 0.61% which is below the national average, which is 0.99%.

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Rent to own homes offer low monthly payments and flexible terms.

7 Reasons to Move to Columbus, MS

Valuable homes at low costs! Property in Columbus is quite affordable. Large single-family rent to own homes are found near Jackson Circle and Boyd Road, where median prices are $163,637, less expensive than 50.5 percent of neighborhoods nationwide. The area boasts proximity to Thai by Thai, a favorite for their inspired Pad Thai and fresh Sam Tum papaya salad.

Take in a live set! Locals can catch their favorite live bands at The Princess Theatre, serving up great craft brew and pizza while the talent entertains a packed house. The Elbow Room pours a mean pint while also hosting bands and open mic nights for aspiring musicians.

Affordable lakeside living! The City Center community offers exciting abodes that surround Columbus Lake for a pittance. Rental prices here are $469 per month, on average and allow folks in the neighborhood to take advantage of the recreation opportunities the area affords.

Sip on espresso-dosed beverage! Columbus boasts a handful of unique family-owned coffee joints. Coffee House On 5th offers incredible caffeine-laden cups of joy to accompany their cozy atmosphere and delectable pastry selection. Beans and Cream, across town, offers the same comfortable confines, great lattes and even has ice cream.

Indulge in delicious southern fare! Take advantage of local delicacies at hot spots like Bob Roberts BBQ, serving ribs, brisket, and home style sides. Or, snag a table at Huck's Place and chose from outstanding shrimp and grits, gumbo, and grilled grouper with a crawfish sauce, to name a few.

Spend a day on the greens! When the weather beckons, drive your cart around 18 holes that offer a variety of challenge. Beginners and avid golfers alike will find something at area courses like Green Oaks and Whispering Pines Golf Clubs.

Stroll the nature trails! Sneak a peek at local wildlife or hike through forest preserves at nearby Opossum Trail. Bikes and kayaks are also welcome and residents can traverse the waterways at the Dewayne Hayes Recreation Area.