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  4. $345 Off
    Price Drop. $345 Off
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    STUDIO
    $1,275+
    1 BED
    $1,308+
    2 BEDS
    $1,621+
    3 BEDS
    $2,252+

    The Ave

    3688 Brinell St W, Columbus, OH 43214
    (380) 777-5692
  27. Good Value
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    STUDIO
    $856+
    1 BED
    $1,222+
    2 BEDS
    $1,787+

    Gravity

    440-500 W Broad St, Columbus, OH 43215
    (380) 777-5289
  34. $325 Off
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    1 BED
    $1,125+
    2 BEDS
    $1,598+

    The Ethan

    1179 E Main St, Columbus, OH 43205
    (614) 705-0539
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Living & Renting in Columbus

Columbus at a Glance

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$1,148
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Some Transit

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Columbus, OH Apartments for Rent

Columbus is Ohio's capital and largest city, home to The Ohio State University and perfectly positioned where the Scioto and Olentangy rivers meet. If you're searching for apartments for rent in Columbus, you'll discover an affordable market with one-bedroom units averaging $1,139 and two-bedroom apartments averaging $1,344—making it a smart choice for budget-conscious renters who want big-city amenities without breaking the bank.

Renting in Columbus means choosing from neighborhoods that match your lifestyle. The Short North Arts District features galleries and restaurants, while German Village offers historic architecture and cobblestone streets perfect for weekend strolls. Areas near Ohio State University attract students and recent graduates, and downtown residents enjoy being steps from Nationwide Arena and the Scioto Mile waterfront. The city's prime location offers easy access via major highways like I-70 and I-71, plus employers including JPMorgan Chase, Battelle Memorial Institute, and leading healthcare systems provide solid job opportunities across various fields.

Why Columbus?

  • Ohio State University is top-rated and award-winning.
  • Columbus is Ohio’s largest city and the state capitol.
  • Shopping at the historic North Market, operating since 1876.
  • The amazing food and fun of the German Village’s Oktoberfest.
  • Visiting the Jack Nicklaus Museum and seven public golf courses.
  • A fabulous art community with several galleries and theaters.

Renting in Columbus

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Getting Around Columbus

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59

Somewhat Walkable

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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.
57

Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.
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Some Transit

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Worthington Kilbourne High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,505 Students
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Grandview Heights High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
344 Students
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Hamilton Township High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
775 Students
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Centennial High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
732 Students
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Franklin Heights High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,338 Students
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Mccord Middle School

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Public
Grades 6-8
571 Students
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Dominion Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
717 Students
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Finland Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 7-8
637 Students
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Robert Louis Stevenson Elementary School

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Public
Grades K-3
367 Students
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Hamilton Elementary School

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Public
Grades K-3
952 Students
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Clinton Elementary School

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Public
Grades K-5
460 Students
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Indian Springs Elementary School

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Public
Grades K-5
363 Students

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Frequently asked questions about renting in Columbus, OH

What are the average rent costs in Columbus, OH?

The average rent in Columbus, OH is $1,148.

What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in Columbus, OH?

The average rent for a studio apartment in Columbus, OH is $1,006.

What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in Columbus, OH?

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Columbus, OH is $1,148.

What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in Columbus, OH?

The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in Columbus, OH is $1,357.

What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in Columbus, OH?

The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in Columbus, OH is $1,581.

What are the average rent costs of a four bedroom apartment in Columbus, OH?

The average rent for a 4 bedroom apartment in Columbus, OH is $1,836.

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