1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Columbus, OH (1,961 Rentals)

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Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: June 03, 2026

There are currently 27482 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Columbus, OH that range in price from $300 to $7,364. Dublin/Hilliard, Flytown and Harrison West are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Columbus with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Dublin/Hilliard1243$1,445$300
Flytown615$1,562$300
Harrison West597$1,569$300
North East Columbus565$1,274$650
Milo-Grogan518$1,537$300
Mount Vernon515$1,543$300
Downtown Columbus498$1,562$300
Greater Hilltop480$1,492$675
Devon Triangle471$1,542$300
East Franklinton471$1,550$300

Largest Available Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Columbus, OH is found at 40 West in the Downtown Columbus neighborhood and is 1,335 square feet priced from $2,109. The Quinn Apartments in the Tri-Village neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,330 square feet and currently listed start at $2,250. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Columbus:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
40 West1BR/2.5BA1,335 Sq Ft$2,109
The Quinn ApartmentsC51,330 Sq Ft$2,250
Residences of CreeksideOne Bedroom One Bath w/Den1,311 Sq Ft$2,080
Green|House Short NorthTeak1,267 Sq Ft$3,731
Sugar Maple CommonsLaurel1,213 Sq Ft$2,639
The Day Companies - Short NorthSmith and High Flats1,172 Sq Ft$1,195
Smith and HighSmith & High Flats1,172 Sq Ft$1,095
The Harris1 bed- A1,168 Sq Ft$924
Luxe at the HighlandsLinden1,155 Sq Ft$2,060
The Cove at Evans Farm1 Bedroom, 1.5 Bathrooms Sherman1,149 Sq Ft$1,795

Cheapest Available Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of June 03, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Columbus, OH is the 1 Bedroom Model starting from $300 at Nazareth Towers-62 & Older in the Discovery District neighborhood. The second most affordable Columbus 1 Bedroom is the 1 X 2 Model at Alpine Village starting at $675 in the Greater Hilltop neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Columbus is currently $1,469. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Columbus:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Nazareth Towers-62 & Older1 Bedroom$300
Alpine Village1 X 2$675
Abbey Lane1 Bedroom$715
Center Court Apartments1 Bedroom$725
204 Souder Ave204G$725
Wheatland Crossing IOne Bedroom$735
Royal James PlazaAspen$740
The Continent VillageThe Palermo$749
Villages at Eden CrossingNook$749
Olde Cape Colony1x1$759

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Columbus Overview

Columbus, the Ohio state capital, falls within the top 20 largest cities in the entire United States in terms of population. This dynamic town is full of Midwestern down-to-earth, friendly people, who often make locals feel welcomed and treated like family. Life in Columbus apartments also offer residents an engaged community full of fun alongside interesting places to eat, shop, and to enjoy the arts or a night on the town. In addition, Columbus is home to THE Ohio State University, which draws students from all over the country to this Midwest hub of energy.

Why live in Columbus, OH?

There's a lot to love about Columbus. It's got a thriving economy and great neighborhoods like the German Village, Merion Village, and the Arena District. From the artsy, hip culture of the Short North district, to the sports and entertainment vibe in the Arena District, there is a little something for everyone here. For college sports fans, Ohio State University serves up great football and basketball. Add in a low cost of living, and those looking for apartments in Columbus have found a true gem of a city.

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Great place to attend college and find a job afterward.

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Columbus Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Columbus with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Columbus is at Nazareth Towers-62 & Older listed at $300.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Columbus Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Columbus is $1,469.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Columbus Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Columbus is a 1,335 square feet unit starting from $2,109 at 40 West.

What is the average size for Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Columbus is currently 852 sq ft.

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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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Columbus, OH, artfully blends a laid-back Midwest personality with the excitement of urban living and the spirited atmosphere of student life.

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Welcome to Columbus: An Insiders Guide to Ohios Best-Kept Secret

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Visitors to Columbus, OH, won't admit it at first, but they secretly expect this Midwestern capital to resemble a sprawling version of Mayberry from the old Andy Griffith show. I'm serious.

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Ask Columbus workers where they live, and you’ll hear the same neighborhood names: University District, Clintonville, Near East Side, North Columbus, and West Columbus.

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