
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Columbus, OH Under $1,200 (669 Rentals) Page 2 of 14


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Washington Place Apartments

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Fountain Place Apartments

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Wexford Lakes Apartments and Townhomes

Parkview Apartments

Prescott Place

Governours Square

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The Reserve at Maryland Avenue

THE STATION at Trolley District

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Abbington Village Apartments

Wellington Woods

Pointe at Northern Woods

Riverwatch Towers

Hartford Village Commons

The Retreat at Walnut Creek

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Cushing Arms

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Belmont Apartments

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Discovery Park Place

Yardley Apartments

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Reserves at Arlington

Stone Lodge Apartments

The Caravel Apartments
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Eden Park Apartments

Townhomes at Bexley

Autumn Chase

Heritage Apartments

The Commons At Olentangy

Riverview Apartments

The Reserve at Chatford

Walden Lakes

The Aubrey
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Columbus, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Columbus?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus Studio Apartments | $1,236 | $300 | $2,879 |
| Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,424 | $300 | $4,907 |
| Columbus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,729 | $300 | $7,495 |
| Columbus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,122 | $695 | $8,409 |
| Columbus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,543 | $745 | $10,000+ |
| Columbus 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,903 | $959 | $6,896 |
| Columbus 6 Bedroom Apartments | $3,444 | $2,400 | $4,560 |
| Columbus 7 Bedroom Apartments | $6,355 | $3,100 | $9,000 |
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Columbus, OH Area Reviews
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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 $1,424.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Columbus Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Columbus is a 1,600 square feet unit starting from $2,350 at Parkview Arms Apartments.
What is the average size for Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Columbus is currently 856 sq ft.
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

Where to Rent in Columbus: Mapping Major Employers to Affordable Neighborhoods
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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.

Welcome to Columbus: An Insider's 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.

The Ultimate Local Expert's Guide To Top Columbus, OH Neighborhoods for College and University Student Renters
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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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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.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.