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The Flats on Kimberly

ReVi Columbus North

Broadleigh Lofts

The Trails at Arbor Court

Lockbourne Greene

Dunbury Greene

Columbus Renaissance Housing I

Atcheson Place Lofts

The Zelle at Polaris

The Urban - Student Housing
Columbus's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
Learn about Columbus and the best places to live with original content written by our Columbus, OH Local Expert Kim Mooneyham

Harlow Apartments

40 West

High and Cherry

Grant Park

Topiary Park Crossing

Jaeger Square

LC RiverSouth - 205 S High

Library Park

The Retreat at Scioto Creek

476 Taylor Apartments

150 N. Third Street Apartments

Eden Park Apartments

Frisbie

Building A at Gravity

Valencia on High

Building B at Gravity

Starling Yard

Sheldon Park

Austin Place Apartments

Ogden Apartments

Triumph Apartments

Yardley Apartments

Xander on State

Crosspoint Apartments

One at the Penninsula

THE STATION at Trolley District

Addison Woods

Hartford Village Commons

Flats on East Gay

The Arbor

Westmont at the Lane

Woodfield Park

Midpoint East at GVX

Lusso

Southern Station

The Aubrey

303 Front Street

Victoria Manor

223 E Town
Columbus, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Columbus?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Columbus Studio Apartments | $1,216 | $300 | $2,978 |
Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,475 | $300 | $5,034 |
Columbus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,782 | $300 | $6,127 |
Columbus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,147 | $550 | $7,945 |
Columbus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,057 | $661 | $4,813 |
Columbus 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,752 | $849 | $5,800 |
Columbus 6 Bedroom Apartments | $3,497 | $2,650 | $4,560 |
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Getting Around Columbus, OH
Walk Score®
59 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
57 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
34 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Columbus Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Columbus?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Columbus is at Nazareth Towers-62 & Older listed at $300.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Columbus Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Columbus Apartment is $300 at Nazareth Towers-62 & Older.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Columbus Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Columbus is starting from $300 at Nazareth Towers-62 & Older.
What is the most affordable Columbus Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Columbus Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Enclave on Main and starts from $550.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Columbus, OH
Written by: Kim Mooneyham
Although Columbus, Ohio, has a reputation for being a rowdy college town, it's large enough to offer numerous neighborhoods far away from frat houses and street parties after football games.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.