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Copley Park

Valencia on Avery

Dixon House

Landmark Lofts

Bridge Park

The Residences at Golf Village

The Charles at Riggins Run

Alder Park

Crescent Woods

The Fenimore

Thornton Hall

HQ Flats

The Pinnacle at Parkside Village

The Reserve at Parkside Village

Hudson Crossing

Mirada Apartments

Lakeside Village

The Everett Gahanna

Killarney Woods

Hayden Lofts

The Orchards Apartments

Scioto Ridge

The Retreat at Canal

Emerson Park

Broadway Station

VC Acres

Bentley Apartments

Caldera House

The Parc

Nolan Reserve

The Flats at Powell

Pointe Hilliard

Orange Summit

Dalton Residences

Hamilton Woods

Tuller Flats

Turtle Parc

Keeneland Place

The Kingston

Liberty Summit

Orange Grand Communities

Ashton Village Apartments LLC

Preserve at Winchester Crossing

Village at Gantz Meadows 7131

Madison House

The Landon at New Albany Park

Oxford Park

Provenance at Polaris

Stillwell Jerome
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+ |
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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!