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9 Buttles Ave, Columbus, OH 43215
(614) 412-0932
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The Diplomat

9 Buttles Ave
Columbus, OH 43215
(614) 412-0932
The Diplomat in Columbus, OH - Building Photo
  • 1–2 Bedrooms
  • $1,435-$2,990Pricing
  • 749–1,356Square Feet

About The Diplomat

Luxurious apartments in the heart of the Short North keep the city's rich legacy intact. Enjoy city living with a regal touch at the gateway to High Street and Goodale Park, with a growing number of bustling shops, sophisticated galleries, and innovative restaurants in the Short North right outside your front door. Living in the Diplomat you are mere steps away from the Short North's newest jazz club, Ginger Rabbit, which is located in the lower level of the Diplomat and Quinci Emporium located on the first floor which hosts amazing cooking classes and a large wine selection! The Diplomat is a certified historic renovation with 34 upscale completely renovated suites with gourmet kitchens offering gas stoves imported from Italy.

The Diplomat is located in the Short North Neighborhood and 43215 Zip code of Columbus, OH. This community is professionally managed by The Wood Companies

Property Contact Info

Ask About Our Move-In Specials

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

The Diplomat offers 1 to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,435 and having 749–1,356 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • 1 Bedroom

    1 bedroom/1 bath - Diplomat 401

    $2,990

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 992 sq ft
    Available Now

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    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDepositPhotos
    $2,990Available Now401992$1,500

    Unit 401 Gallery

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    Unit 401 Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Quartz Countertops
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Unique Features

    • 36" Gas Ranges Imported From Italy
    • Custom Built Closets
    • Custom Cabinetry
    • French Door Refrigerator
    • Grand Lobby
    • Historic Building
    • Marble Backsplashes
    • Original Terrazzo Flooring
    • Pet Friendly
    • Secure Key-Fob Entrance
    • Soft Close Cabinetry
    • Spice Racks Imported From Germany
    • Street Parking

    Unit 401 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,990

    Deposit

    • $1,500 deposit

    Unit Description

    Welcome to The Diplomat - Residence 401. This New York style corner 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom is complete with a gourmet kitchen including a 36 inch gas range, quartz countertops, and german spice racks. Original terrazzo flooring throughout, no carpet. Each apartment is well insulated between one another for private enjoyment. The bathrooms are thoughtfully designed with quartz counters and tiled showers. A full-size in-unit washer/ dryer and parking available for residents convenience

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,990

    1 bedroom/1 bath - Diplomat 206

    $1,435

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 749 sq ft
    Available Nov 7

    Model Gallery

    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDepositPhotos
    $1,435 November 7, 2025206749$1,435

    Unit 206 Gallery

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    Unit 206 Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Quartz Countertops
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Unique Features

    • 36" Gas Ranges Imported From Italy
    • Custom Built Closets
    • Custom Cabinetry
    • French Door Refrigerator
    • Grand Lobby
    • Historic Building
    • Marble Backsplashes
    • Original Terrazzo Flooring
    • Pet Friendly
    • Secure Key-Fob Entrance
    • Soft Close Cabinetry
    • Spice Racks Imported From Germany
    • Street Parking

    Unit 206 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,435

    Deposit

    • $1,435 deposit

    Unit Description

    Welcome to The Diplomat- Residence 206. This New York style 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom is complete with a gourmet kitchen including a 36 inch gas range, quartz countertops, and german spice racks. Original terrazzo flooring throughout, no carpet. Each apartment is well insulated between one another for private enjoyment. The bathrooms are thoughtfully designed with quartz counters and tiled showers. A full-size in-unit washer/ dryer and parking available for residents convenience

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,435

  • 2 Bedrooms

    2 bedroom/2 bath - Diplomat 208

    $2,695

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1356 sq ft
    Available Now

    Model Gallery

    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDepositPhotos
    $2,695Available Now2081356$1,500

    Unit 208 Gallery

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    Unit 208 Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Quartz Countertops
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Unique Features

    • 36" Gas Ranges Imported From Italy
    • Custom Built Closets
    • Custom Cabinetry
    • French Door Refrigerator
    • Grand Lobby
    • Historic Building
    • Marble Backsplashes
    • Original Terrazzo Flooring
    • Pet Friendly
    • Secure Key-Fob Entrance
    • Soft Close Cabinetry
    • Spice Racks Imported From Germany
    • Street Parking

    Unit 208 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,695

    Deposit

    • $1,500 deposit

    Unit Description

    Welcome to The Diplomat- Residence 208. This New York style corner 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom is complete with a gourmet kitchen including a 36 inch gas range, quartz countertops, german spice racks and has an abundance of natural light. Original terrazzo flooring throughout, no carpet. Each apartment is well insulated between one another for private enjoyment. The bathrooms are thoughtfully designed with quartz counters and tiled showers. A full-size in-unit washer/ dryer and parking available for residents convenience.

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,695
Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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Property Information

Lease Terms

  • 12 mo
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Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

Required Fees

One-Time Move-In Fees

Application Fee Per Applicant$100

Pet Policy and Fees

Cats

  • Fees Not Specified

Dogs

  • Fees Not Specified

Features and Amenities

Unique Amenities

  • Grand Lobby
  • Historic Building
  • Secure Key-Fob Entrance

Recreation and Fitness

  • Fitness Center
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9 Buttles Ave, Columbus, OH 43215

Hours and Contact Info

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(614) 412-0932
Monday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Tuesday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Wednesday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Thursday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Friday9:00 am–5:00 pm
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed
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Getting Around

Walk Score®

96 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

94 / 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?

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  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about The Diplomat

Where is The Diplomat located?

The Diplomat is located at 9 Buttles Ave near the Short North area of Columbus, OH

What is the current rent range at The Diplomat?

1 Bedroom to 2 Bedroom Apartments at The Diplomat currently range from $1,435 to $2,990

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for The Diplomat are
  • Monday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Are pets allowed?

Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Nice Value3.4

    The The Diplomat Apartments are 3.85% cheaper than the average apartment in the Short North area, and 26.75% more expensive than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the Short North Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    1 Bedroom$1,435$1,692-$257-15.2%
    2 Bedroom$2,695$2,506+$1897.5%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Columbus

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    1 Bedroom$1,435$1,440-$5-0.3%
    2 Bedroom$2,695$1,752+$94353.8%

    Methodology: On 09/14/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 173 other apartment communities in the immediate area around The Diplomat (Short North), and 4126 other apartment communities in Columbus using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

    Rent Pricing Data as of 09/14/2025

  • Transit Friendly 3.8

    Transit Friendly apartments feature a fantastic location and great access to local mass transit.

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Nearby Schools

Whetstone High School

Columbus City
4405 Scenic Drive
Public School - Grades 9-12 (976 Students)
In Attendance Zone11 minute drive / 5.3 miles away
4/10

Dominion Middle School

Columbus City
100 East Arcadia Avenue
Public School - Grades 6-8 (717 Students)
In Attendance Zone6 minute drive / 2.9 miles away
7/10

Hubbard Elementary School

Columbus City
104 West Hubbard Avenue
Public School - Grades PK-5 (243 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.2 miles away
5/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Diplomat.

Arts Museums and Landmarks

Columbus Convention Center

400 N High St
1 minute drive / 0.65 miles away

Nationwide Arena

200 W Nationwide Blvd
2 minute drive / 0.88 miles away

LeVeque Tower

50 W Broad St # 200
3 minute drive / 1.24 miles away

Big Box and Retail

Aldi

1393 Edgehill Rd
4 minute drive / 1.65 miles away

Kroger

150 W Sycamore St
4 minute drive / 2.1 miles away

Walgreens

1492 E Broad St
4 minute drive / 2.19 miles away

Colleges and Universities

Columbus State Community College - Columbus Campus

550 East Spring Street
2 minute drive / 0.96 miles away

Columbus College of Art and Design

60 Cleveland Ave.
3 minute drive / 1.15 miles away

Franklin University

201 S Grant Ave
4 minute drive / 1.61 miles away

Groceries

Aldi

1393 Edgehill Rd
4 minute drive / 1.65 miles away

Kroger

150 W Sycamore St
4 minute drive / 2.1 miles away

Whole Foods

1555 W Lane Ave
7 minute drive / 3.31 miles away

Hospitals

Ohio State University State Health System

410 West 10th Avenue
4 minute drive / 1.39 miles away

Grant Medical Center

111 South Grant Avenue
4 minute drive / 1.41 miles away

Mount Carmel East & West

793 West State Street
5 minute drive / 1.89 miles away

Parks and Recreation

Goodale Park

120 W Goodale Blvd
1 minute drive / 0.53 miles away

Hoover Prairie

3 minute drive / 1.26 miles away

Bicentennial/ Galbreath Park

233 Civic Center Drive
4 minute drive / 1.38 miles away

The Diplomat has 5 parks within 1.8 miles, including Goodale Park, Hoover Prairie, Bicentennial/ Galbreath Park, Topiary Park, and Scioto Mile.

Restaurants and Dining

Marcella's Ristorante

615 N High St
1 minute drive / 0.39 miles away

Dragon Fly Neo V Cuisine

247 King Avenue
2 minute drive / 0.98 miles away

Mitchell's Steakhouse

45 N 3rd St
3 minute drive / 1.13 miles away

Shopping Centers

Worthington Center

893-905 N High St
1 minute drive / 0.23 miles away

The Cap at Union Station

566-600 N High St
1 minute drive / 0.43 miles away

Thurber Village

759-777 Neil Ave
2 minute drive / 0.69 miles away

The Diplomat has 5 shopping centers within 1.3 miles.

Nearby Neighborhoods

Short North

Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments from $750
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Flytown

Studio to 7 Bedroom Apartments from $300
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Arena District

Studio to 6 Bedroom Apartments from $775
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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Columbus Studio Apartments $1,296$300$3,185
Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,440$300$4,911
Columbus 2 Bedroom Apartments $1,752$300$5,976
Columbus 3 Bedroom Apartments $2,089$650$7,081
Columbus 4 Bedroom Apartments $2,176$625$10,000+
Columbus 5 Bedroom Apartments $3,134$839$10,000+
Columbus 6 Bedroom Apartments $4,784$1,219$9,975
Columbus 7 Bedroom Apartments $6,167$2,793$9,000

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