Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Short North Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $700 (22 Rentals)

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Greystone Court
from $725Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Greystone Court

815 N High StColumbus, OH 43215
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161 W Hubbard Ave
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from $8451 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

161 W Hubbard Ave

161 W Hubbard AveColumbus, OH 43215
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90 W Starr Ave
from $8451 Bedroom Apartments

90 W Starr Ave

90 W Starr AveColumbus, OH 43201
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Conley Hall
from $8991 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Conley Hall

85 W 3rd AveColumbus, OH 43201
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680res
from $9951 Bedroom Apartments

680res

692 N High StColumbus, OH 43215
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The Prescott
from $1,099Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Prescott

866 N Pearl StColumbus, OH 43215
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Dimora
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from $1,150Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Dimora

24-26 E 2nd AveColumbus, OH 43201
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852 N High St
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852 N High St

852 N High StColumbus, OH 43215
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Short North, Columbus, OH Local Guide

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 161 W Hubbard Ave priced from $845. Park Royal Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable Short North apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
161 W Hubbard Ave1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$845
Park Royal ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$899
The BeekerStudioStudio,1BA$1,150
Valencia on HighMadrid1BR,1BA$1,180
Fireproof204 / 304 / 404/ 5041BR,1BA$1,195

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Short North, OH

As of January 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Short North area is the $1.38 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at One Short North in the in the Downtown Columbus neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Short North apartment is the Unit Model at 28-60 Buttles Ave starting at $1,500 with a $1.43 price per square foot in the Discovery District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Short North apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
One Short NorthTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.38
28-60 Buttles AveUnit2BR,3BA$1.43
852 N High StSingle1BR,1BA$1.15
726 N High St, Unit 726.5Unit2B726 N High St1BR,1BA$1.00
The Diplomat1 bedroom, 1 bathroom1BR,1BA$1.41
The HubBurbank1BR,1.5BA$1.65
100 W 2nd Ave, Unit 2100 W 2nd Ave1BR,1BA$1.21
1104 1/2 N High St, Unit A1104 1/2 N High St2BR,1BA$1.67
63 W Starr Ave, Unit 63.5 Starr63 W Starr Ave1BR,1BA$1.25
161 W Hubbard Ave1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.56

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Lifestyle Ratings

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Short North Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Short North?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Short North is at The Beeker listed at $1,150.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Short North Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Short North Apartment is $845 at 161 W Hubbard Ave.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Short North Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Short North is starting from $1,500 at 28-60 Buttles Ave.

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