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Four Pointe

43 at New Albany

985 High

The Slate

The Pointe at Polaris

East Meadows

The Stratton

Midpoint East at GVX

Graham Park at the Highlands

Vera on Broad

The Benjamin

Retreat at Citygate

River House

Kempton Apartments

Fifth x Northwest

692 N High St

Apartments on Edgehill

The Nicholas

Andrew Reserve

4th Crossing

Graceland Flats

The Thomas

Tillmore at Quarry Trails

District at Tuttle

Foundry at Jeffrey Park

Legacy at Jeffrey Park

The Ethan

250 High

Taylor House

The Barrett

Lincoln Pointe

Luxury Living in the Short North!

District at Linworth

Founders Park

The Sage at Jeffrey Park

ELEVATE 340

The Julian

Steel House

River Park of Dublin

Tompkins

Columbus Renaissance Housing I

Riverside Trail Apartments
Columbus, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Columbus?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus Studio Apartments | $1,196 | $300 | $2,480 |
| Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,390 | $300 | $4,379 |
| Columbus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,716 | $300 | $6,499 |
| Columbus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,175 | $650 | $8,696 |
| Columbus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,508 | $785 | $10,000+ |
| Columbus 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,738 | $929 | $4,200 |
| Columbus 6 Bedroom Apartments | $4,224 | $800 | $10,000+ |
Explore Columbus
Getting Around Columbus, OH
Walk Score®
59 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
57 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
34 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Columbus, OH Area Reviews
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Columbus Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Columbus?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Columbus is under $699.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Columbus?
The cheapest apartment in Columbus is Nazareth Towers-62 & Older which is listed at $300, while the average apartment in Columbus costs $2,752.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Columbus?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 4,947 regular apartments in Columbus that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Columbus?
Cheap apartments in Columbus have an average cost of $402 which is $2,350 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Columbus.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!






