
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Columbus, IN (16 Rentals)
Rental terms in Columbus as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


6 Months, 9 Months, 12 Months
Quail Run

12 Months
Charleston Square Apartments

3 Months, 8 Months, 10 Months, 18 Months
The Enclave Apartments

3 Months, 15 Months
Columbus Crossing Townhomes
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3 Months, 18 Months
Parkview Townhomes

12 Months
Monarch Crossing

6 Months, 12 Months
Westwood Pines Apartments

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4007 Woodview Dr, Unit SI ID1397951P

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2024 Shadow Creek Blvd, Unit SI ID1397943P
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639 Maple St, Unit SI ID1397946P

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1019 Central Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID1397948P

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2637 17th St, Unit SI ID1397954P

1309 Pennsylvania St

2333 Sumpter Ct
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12 Months
Applegate
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Columbus?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus Short-term Studio Apartments | $1,106 | $785 | $1,577 |
| Columbus Short-term 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,374 | $805 | $2,800 |
| Columbus Short-term 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,493 | $715 | $4,188 |
| Columbus Short-term 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,006 | $1,225 | $4,445 |
| Columbus Short-term 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,921 | $615 | $4,722 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Columbus Apartments
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Columbus Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Columbus is $1,325.
What is the largest Short-term Columbus Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Columbus is a 830 square feet unit starting from $1,325 at Columbus Crossing Townhomes.
What is the average size for Columbus Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Columbus is currently at 830 sq ft.
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
Written by: Robin Stewart
Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent
Written by: Robin Stewart
Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.