
New Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Columbus, OH (106 Rentals)
Rental terms in Columbus as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


Trotters Park

Building A at Gravity

Tiffany Flats

Fifth x Northwest

Green|House Short North

Vera on Broad

Crossline

Woodfield Park

Industry Columbus Apartments

Hayden Reserve
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

Liberty House

Xander on State

The Pierce

River & Rich

The Deco

223 E Town

Jerome

LeVeque Tower

Frisbie

150 N. Third Street Apartments

Grant Park

High and Cherry

The Pointe at Polaris

Crosspoint Apartments

Tompkins

Luxe 23

Monarch on East Broad

Valencia on High

Magnolia Trace Apartments

River House

Austin Place Apartments

Sycamore House

The Arbor

The Trails at Arbor Court

Makley Place Apartments

Lofts at Norton Crossing

Sheldon Park

Luxe 88

Stafford House

River View at Bexley Apartments

Orange Summit

Liberty Grand Communities

The Square at Latham Park
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 | $1,212 | $300 | $3,064 |
Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,471 | $300 | $4,911 |
Columbus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,782 | $300 | $6,127 |
Columbus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,163 | $865 | $7,945 |
Columbus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,050 | $661 | $4,813 |
Columbus 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,712 | $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 Short-term Columbus Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Columbus?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Columbus is at Plumwood listed at $785.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Columbus Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Columbus is $1,734.
What is the largest Short-term Columbus Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Columbus is a 3,377 square feet unit starting from $1,095 at Easton Commons Apartments and Townhomes.
What is the average size for Columbus Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Columbus is currently at 686 sq ft.
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.