Apartments for Rent by Owner in Columbus, OH Under $1,500 (22 Rentals)

1146 S Cassingham Rd, Unit C

76 W 1st Ave, Unit 76 W. 1st

6164 Fortin Ct, Unit 6164 Fortin Court

1696 Elaine Rd, Unit 1696

2692 Four Seasons Dr, Unit 2692

48-50 N Ogden Ave, Unit 48

672 Stewart Ave, Unit 672StewartAve

70 E 7th Ave, Unit APARTMENT
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

33 W Lincoln Street

726 N High St, Unit 726.5Unit2B

154 E Beck St, Unit 154.5

1537 Ashland Ave, Unit Apts B and D

1584 S 4th St, Unit 1584 4th st

1524 Westwood Ave, Unit A

1624 Broadview Ave, Unit A

2967 Columbus St, Unit A
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 | $1,221 | $300 | $2,838 |
Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,488 | $300 | $6,137 |
Columbus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,803 | $300 | $6,872 |
Columbus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,220 | $511 | $8,940 |
Columbus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,485 | $585 | $10,000+ |
Columbus 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,008 | $799 | $7,420 |
Columbus 6 Bedroom Apartments | $3,551 | $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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about For rent By Owner Columbus Apartments
What is the Cheapest For rent By Owner apartment in Columbus?
Currently the most affordable For rent By Owner Apartment in Columbus is at 1751 Summit St, Unit A listed at $820.
How much is the average rent for a For rent By Owner Columbus Apartment?
The average rent for a For rent By Owner Apartment in Columbus is $1,474.
What is the largest For rent By Owner Columbus Apartment for rent?
Today's For rent By Owner apartment with the most square footage in Columbus is a 2,500 square feet unit starting from $2,500 at 1049 Franklin Ave, Unit 1049 Franklin Avenue.
What is the average size for Columbus For rent By Owner Apartments for rent?
The average size for a For rent By Owner rental in Columbus is currently at 1,069 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.

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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.