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Norwich Court Apartments
434-438 E Norwich AveColumbus, OH 43201
Cheap Student Apartments for Rent in Columbus, OH from $300 (90 Rentals) Page 2 of 2
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Stratagem Manors
1615 N 4th StColumbus, OH 43201
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Studio's at 106
106 E 13th AveColumbus, OH 43201
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Student | Uncommon Columbus
1400 N High StColumbus, OH 43201
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65 E 18th Ave
65 E 18th AveColumbus, OH 43201
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348 King Ave
348 King AveColumbus, OH 43201
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316-328 E 15th Ave
316-328 E 15th AveColumbus, OH 43201
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60-76 W. 8th Avenue
60-76 W 8th AveColumbus, OH 43201
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Stratagem Norwich
60 E Norwich AveColumbus, OH 43201
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355 E 12th Ave
355 E 12th AveColumbus, OH 43201
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The Point on Lane
2212 Tuttle Park PlColumbus, OH 43201
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Lumen on Ninth
76 E 9th AveColumbus, OH 43201
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Statehouse Highline
1494 N High StColumbus, OH 43201
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The Triad Apartments
33 S Washington AveColumbus, OH 43215
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Iuka Park Commons
443 Northwood AveColumbus, OH 43201
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270 E 12th
270 E 12th AveColumbus, OH 43201
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1957 Summit St
1957 Summit StColumbus, OH 43201
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310 E 18th Ave
310 E 18th AveColumbus, OH 43201
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154 E Norwich Ave
154 E Norwich AveColumbus, OH 43201
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101 E Lane Ave
101 E Lane AveColumbus, OH 43201
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160 E Norwich Ave
160 E Norwich AveColumbus, OH 43201
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1531-1535 Neil Ave
1531-1535 Neil AveColumbus, OH 43201
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The View on High
2020 N High StColumbus, OH 43201
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Statehouse Norwich
250 W Norwich AveColumbus, OH 43201
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Create a productive work-from-home apartment setup, even in a small space or studio. Discover layout ideas, desk solutions, and organization tips that actually work.
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2351-2357 N High St
2351-2357 N High StColumbus, OH 43202
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331 E 18th Ave
331 E 18th AveColumbus, OH 43201
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Trolley Park
423 Chittenden AveColumbus, OH 43201
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Statehouse Lane
150 W Lane AveColumbus, OH 43201
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Peer on 7th Student Living
50 E 7th AveColumbus, OH 43201
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2011 Summit St
2011 Summit StColumbus, OH 43201
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Ravine Ridge Apartments
2013 Summit StColumbus, OH 43201
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The Summit
1895 Summit StColumbus, OH 43201
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Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.
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Westerville Villas-Spacious condo
3745-3718 Ellerdale DrColumbus, OH 43230
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Hanover Park
2900 Angelo Joseph LnColumbus, OH 43204
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Rambler Columbus - Historical Access
222 W Lane AveColumbus, OH 43201
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Belmont House
3255 McKinley AveColumbus, OH 43204
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1334 Neil Ave.
251-257 W 6th AveColumbus, OH 43201
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Statehouse Varsity
11 E 17th AveColumbus, OH 43201
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Bexley Village
839 Sheridan AveBexley, OH 43209
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The Baylor
3995 S Hamilton RdGroveport, OH 43125
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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 | $1,208 | $300 | $2,941 |
| Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,442 | $300 | $4,991 |
| Columbus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,761 | $300 | $10,000+ |
| Columbus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,201 | $695 | $8,409 |
| Columbus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,599 | $745 | $10,000+ |
| Columbus 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,905 | $959 | $7,021 |
| Columbus 6 Bedroom Apartments | $4,187 | $2,900 | $7,627 |
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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 $739.
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 $2,952.
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 3,234 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 $399 which is $2,553 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Columbus.
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Where to Rent in Columbus: Mapping Major Employers to Affordable Neighborhoods
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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.
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Columbus, OH, artfully blends a laid-back Midwest personality with the excitement of urban living and the spirited atmosphere of student life.
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