
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Columbus, OH Under $1,600 (226 Rentals) Page 2 of 5


Autumn Springs

The Canterbury

Crosswinds Village Apartments

Woodlake Village Apartments

Retreat At Scioto Creek

Gateway Apartments

Crosscreek Apartments and Townhomes

242 E 12th Ave

Granville Woods Lofts
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Find your next budget-friendly apartment in Columbus, OH. Discover neighborhoods like Clintonville and Near East Side, offering short commutes and a great renter lifestyle near major job centers.

Star King Apartments

Trinity Square Apartments

Hidden Creek Apartments

York Terrace East

Broadleigh Lofts

Courtyards of Kimberly

Brentnell Terrace

York Terrace North

Starling Yard

672 Stewart Ave, Unit 672 Stewart Ave
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1315 N 6th St, Unit 1315

80 McMillen Ave

813 Wilson Ave, Unit 1

815 Wilson Ave

774-776 S 22nd St, Unit 774

2540-2542-2542 Steele Ave

885 E N Broadway St

782 Whitethorne Ave

143-145-145 N Roys Ave

648 Carpenter St
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43-45-45 N Chase Ave

6381 Proprietors Rd

2444-2446-2446 Deming Ave

252-254-254 S Wayne Ave

1272-1274 E 21st Ave

250 Chittenden Ave

791-793-793 Butler Ave

965 E Rich St

2545 Sullivant Ave

119-121-121 W Patterson Ave
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27-29-29 S Terrace Ave

41-43-43 N Huron Ave

2476 Adams Ave

345 Chittenden Ave

2598-2600-2600 Dayton Ave

1906-1908-1908 Cleveland Ave

898-900-900 E 13th Ave

608-610-610 Racine Ave

461-463-463 Reinhard Ave

908 Ellsworth 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 | $1,209 | $300 | $3,608 |
| Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,446 | $300 | $6,812 |
| Columbus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,778 | $300 | $10,000+ |
| Columbus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,200 | $530 | $8,409 |
| Columbus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,726 | $730 | $10,000+ |
| Columbus 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,926 | $959 | $9,780 |
| Columbus 6 Bedroom Apartments | $4,725 | $2,900 | $9,894 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Columbus Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Columbus with 3 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Columbus is at Starling Yard listed at $530.
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Columbus Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Columbus is $2,200.
What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Columbus Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Columbus is a 2,150 square feet unit starting from $3,050 at Powell Green.
What is the average size for Columbus 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Columbus is currently 1,337 sq ft.
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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Columbus, OH
Written by: Kim Mooneyham
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.

The Ultimate Local Expert's Guide To Top Columbus, OH Neighborhoods for College and University Student Renters
Written by: Kim Mooneyham
Columbus, OH, artfully blends a laid-back Midwest personality with the excitement of urban living and the spirited atmosphere of student life.

Welcome to Columbus: An Insiders Guide to Ohios Best-Kept Secret
Written by: Kim Mooneyham
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.

Where to Rent in Columbus: Mapping Major Employers to Affordable Neighborhoods
Written by: Kim Mooneyham
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.
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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
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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.

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Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.