
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Columbus, OH Under $800 (133 Rentals)


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Eden of Easton Apartments

Victoria Village

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Center Court Apartments

Cushing Arms

Essington Village

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Village Court Apartments

Woodlake Village Apartments

1157 Bryden Rd

Worthington Court II

Moonglow Apartments

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Broad Meadows Manor

Alpine Village

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Maple Ridge Apartments

The Livingston

Charwalde

Roundtree Rentals

West Of Eastland

2136-2138 Summit St

204 Souder Ave

Coves at Columbus on Cleveland

Duncan Apartments

Hudson
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Fairwood Commons

Trinity Square Apartments

Olde Cape Colony

Woodlands (OH)

Courtyards of Kimberly

York Terrace North

Nazareth Towers-62 & Older

2903 Sullivant Ave

800 Harrisburg Pike

600 Pleasant Ridge Ave
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440 S Ohio Ave

56 Rodgers Ave

155 N 17th St

1805 S 6th St

2028 Summit St

2026 Summit St

753 1/2-2009-2002 Sullivant Ave

3295 Sullivant Ave

89 North Hampton Road

1448 Elmwood Ave
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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 | $1,205 | $300 | $3,149 |
| Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,435 | $300 | $5,088 |
| Columbus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,784 | $300 | $10,000+ |
| Columbus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,237 | $874 | $9,846 |
| Columbus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,744 | $625 | $10,000+ |
| Columbus 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,801 | $1,500 | $10,000+ |
| Columbus 6 Bedroom Apartments | $3,748 | $2,500 | $4,560 |
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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 $1,435.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Columbus Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Columbus is a 1,489 square feet unit starting from $741 at Rock Run.
What is the average size for Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Columbus is currently 837 sq ft.
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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Columbus, OH
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