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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Short North Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $800 (30 Rentals)
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726 N High St, Unit 726.5Unit2B
726 N High StColumbus, OH 43215
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The Aubrey
114 E 5th AveColumbus, OH 43201
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from $1,209Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Arena Crossing
423-237 N Front StColumbus, OH 43215
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Green|House Short North
21 W 2nd AveColumbus, OH 43201
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999 N High St
ColumbusOH43201
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New Village Homes & Whitney Young Townhomes
138 Sommerfeld PlColumbus, OH 43201
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Columbus's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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1164-1166-1166 Mt Pleasant Ave
ColumbusOH43201
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33 W Lincoln Street
33 W Lincoln StreetColumbus, OH 43215
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Short North, Columbus, OH Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Short North?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Short North Studio Apartments | $1,317 | $1,131 | $1,625 |
| Short North 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,660 | $955 | $4,911 |
| Short North 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,627 | $1,295 | $5,715 |
| Short North 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,555 | $1,700 | $3,600 |
| Short North 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,442 | $3,100 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Short North Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Short North area of Columbus, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Park Royal Apartments priced from $955. 161 W Hubbard Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,125. Here are the most affordable Short North apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Royal Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $955 |
| 161 W Hubbard Ave | Model B | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| The Beeker | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,185 |
| 985 High | Silver | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| One Short North | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| The Sutton | S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,360 |
| New Village Homes & Whitney Young Townhomes | A | 1BR,1BA | $1,370 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Short North, OH
As of April 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Short North area is the $1.50 price per square foot Charleston Model at The Hub in the in the Downtown Columbus neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Short North apartment is the One Bed Model at One Short North starting at $1,200 with a $0.80 price per square foot in the Downtown Columbus neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Short North apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| The Hub | Charleston | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.50 |
| One Short North | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.80 |
| 40 West | Penthouse- 2 Bed | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.91 |
| Fireproof | 200 / 300 / 400 / 500 | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.13 |
| 726 N High St, Unit 726.5Unit2B | 726 N High St | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| The Diplomat | 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| 100 W 2nd Ave, Unit 2 | 100 W 2nd Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Jerome | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| 141 W 1st Ave, Unit 141 | 141 W 1st Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Park Royal Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across Ohio including Short North, Columbus, and the greater Columbus area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Getting Around the Short North Neighborhood in Columbus, OH
Walk Score®
96 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
91 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
55 / 100
Good Transit
Many 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 Short North Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Short North?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Short North is under $1,370.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Short North?
The cheapest apartment in Short North is Park Royal Apartments which is listed at $955, while the average apartment in Short North costs $15,080.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Short North?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1 regular apartments in Short North that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Short North?
Cheap apartments in Short North have an average cost of $208 which is $14,872 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Short North.
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.
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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.
Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.
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.