1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Columbus, OH (1,957 Rentals)

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District at Linworth
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$1,295 - $1,795
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$1,203 - $3,003
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$92

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$1,295 - $3,095
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District at Linworth

2425 W Dublin Granville RdColumbus, OH 43235
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Sycamore House
$1,179 - $1,565
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$1,129 - $1,746
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$50

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$1,179 - $1,796
1 Bedroom Apartments Available Apr 24

Sycamore House

1155 Winston Decker DrColumbus, OH 43228
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The Anna Apartments
$900 - $1,050
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$900 - $1,300

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$900 - $1,300
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The Anna Apartments

680-692 Riverview DrColumbus, OH 43202
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One at the Peninsula
Rent Specials
$1,320 - $2,380
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$1,074 - $4,724
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$25

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$1,099 - $4,749
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One at the Peninsula

111 Belle StColumbus, OH 43215
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LC RiverSouth
$1,205 - $1,585
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$1,045 - $3,369
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$70

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$1,115 - $3,439
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LC RiverSouth

205 S High StColumbus, OH 43215
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Estates at New Albany
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$1,295 - $1,595
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$1,073 - $2,373
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$222

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$1,295 - $2,595
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Estates at New Albany

4701 Rexwood DrColumbus, OH 43230
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Columbus's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about Columbus and the best places to live with original content written by our Columbus, OH Local Expert Kim Mooneyham

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Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: April 02, 2026

There are currently 32427 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Columbus, OH that range in price from $300 to $5,088. 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/Hilliard1583$1,400$300
Flytown855$1,555$300
Harrison West854$1,555$300
East Franklinton681$1,539$300
North East Columbus676$1,295$650
Milo-Grogan655$1,500$300
Greater Hilltop622$1,441$675
Mount Vernon563$1,496$300
Downtown Columbus553$1,540$300
Devon Triangle544$1,490$300

Largest Available Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Columbus, OH is found at Rock Run in the Outer Dublin Hilliard neighborhood and is 1,489 square feet priced from $741. 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 $2,109. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Columbus:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Rock RunF11,489 Sq Ft$741
40 West1BR/2.5BA1,335 Sq Ft$2,109
The Quinn ApartmentsC51,330 Sq Ft$2,250
Green|House Short NorthTeak1,267 Sq Ft$3,731
Redbud CommonsLaurel1,241 Sq Ft$2,489
Sugar Maple CommonsLaurel1,213 Sq Ft$2,634
Asherton of DublinAvondale1,180 Sq Ft$1,582
The Day Companies - Short NorthSmith and High Flats1,172 Sq Ft$1,195
Smith and HighSmith & High Flats1,172 Sq Ft$1,095
The Harris1 bed- A1,168 Sq Ft$924

Cheapest Available Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of April 02, 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 X 2 Model at Alpine Village starting at $675 in the Greater Hilltop neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Columbus is currently $1,435. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Columbus:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Nazareth Towers-62 & Older1 Bedroom$300
Alpine Village1 X 2$675
Broad Meadows Manor1 bedroom$695
Maple Ridge Apartments1 Bed Garden$729
Rock RunF1$741
Lake Eden Apartments & TownhomesOntario (2nd floor)$749
Eden of Easton ApartmentsThe Greenway$749
Holiday House Apartments1BR/1.0BA$749
The Livingston1 Bedroom$750
Olde Cape Colony1x1$759

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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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March 15, 2026

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 $1,435.

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 847 sq ft.

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