
Top Rated 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Columbus, OH (214 Rentals) Page 2 of 5


College Park

The Madison

Jaeger Square

The Thomas

The Aubrey

Library Park

Valencia on High

Magnolia Trace Apartments

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The Arbor

250 High

District at Tuttle

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Dublin Square

Wilson Plaza

The Charleston

The Beeker

Summerview

Falls at Arlington
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Stafford House

View on Grant

The Jeffrey and Metal Works

Sonnenblick

Village West

Capital Pointe - Woodview

Water's Edge Apartments

Parkside at Maple Canyon
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Camellia Court

Gordon House

620 E. Town Street Apartments

Coves at Columbus on Cleveland

Sherbrook

York Terrace East

Townley Court Apartments

Nazareth Towers-62 & Older

Polaris Place

251-255 S Washington Ave
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1565-1567 Highland St

Wildberry Apartments

2021-2025 W Broad St

Riverview Square

540 - KARL PLAZA

Parkville

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Windmiller Pointe

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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 | $1,220 | $300 | $3,662 |
| Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,469 | $300 | $7,364 |
| Columbus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,805 | $300 | $10,000+ |
| Columbus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,275 | $874 | $9,934 |
| Columbus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,695 | $730 | $10,000+ |
| Columbus 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,276 | $959 | $8,756 |
| Columbus 6 Bedroom Apartments | $3,956 | $2,495 | $8,856 |
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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 $1,469.
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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