1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Columbus, OH (1,979 Rentals)

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Columbus, OH Local Guide

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Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: July 18, 2026

There are currently 27606 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Columbus, OH that range in price from $300 to $5,035. 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/Hilliard1313$1,440$300
Flytown721$1,555$300
Harrison West712$1,565$300
Downtown Columbus608$1,555$300
Milo-Grogan600$1,530$300
Greater Hilltop594$1,510$401
Mount Vernon583$1,540$300
East Franklinton565$1,555$300
Devon Triangle544$1,557$300
Warehouse District463$1,521$300

Largest Available Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Columbus, OH is found at The Day Companies Downtown in the Discovery District neighborhood and is 1,371 square feet priced from $1,895. 40 West in the Downtown Columbus neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,335 square feet and currently listed start at $1,925. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Columbus:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Day Companies Downtown1,371 Sq Ft$1,895
40 West1BR/2.5BA1,335 Sq Ft$1,925
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
Hawthorne CommonsLaurel1,219 Sq Ft$2,914
Sugar Maple CommonsLaurel1,213 Sq Ft$2,639
Asherton of DublinAvondale1,180 Sq Ft$2,085
The Day Companies - Short NorthSmith and High Flats1,172 Sq Ft$1,195
Smith and HighSmith & High Flats1,172 Sq Ft$1,095

Cheapest Available Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 18, 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 bdr Model at Starling Yard starting at $401 in the Franklinton neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Columbus is currently $1,448. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Columbus:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Nazareth Towers-62 & Older1 Bedroom$300
Starling Yard1 bdr$401
Alpine Village1 X 2$675
Villages at Eden CrossingNook$699
Abbey Lane1 Bedroom$715
Royal James PlazaAspen$735
Lake Eden Apartments & TownhomesOntario (All-Electric)$749
East Broad PlazaCedar$750
The Livingston1 Bedroom$750

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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 $1,448.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Columbus is a 1,371 square feet unit starting from $1,895 at The Day Companies Downtown.

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

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Columbus is currently 794 sq ft.

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