
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Columbus, OH Under $600 (30 Rentals)


317 Clarendon Ave

112-116 E 9th Ave

Court View Centre

Beckley Townhomes

Yearling Plaza

Berwick Gardens
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Chateau Morse

35 Broad Meadows Blvd

39 North St

325 E 15th Ave
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Dunbar Plaza Apartments

2021-2025 W Broad St

NorthPointe Townhomes

180-188 Patterson

159-165 W Northwood Ave

40 E Lane Ave

56 E Lane Ave
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1437 Hunter Ave

112 W Lane Ave

100 W Oakland Ave

29 E Norwich Ave

Woodcrest Apartment at 4388

Oaks View at 2300

Wheatland Crossing I
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Columbus?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus Studio Apartments | $1,165 | $300 | $2,717 |
| Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,374 | $300 | $4,379 |
| Columbus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,709 | $300 | $6,315 |
| Columbus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,111 | $650 | $8,644 |
| Columbus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,347 | $785 | $10,000+ |
| Columbus 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,939 | $1,499 | $4,329 |
| Columbus 6 Bedroom Apartments | $4,160 | $750 | $10,000+ |
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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 $1,374.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Columbus Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Columbus is a 1,923 square feet unit starting from $2,990 at The Day Companies - Short North.
What is the average size for Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Columbus is currently 915 sq ft.
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