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ALBANY LANDINGS
5500 Bilberry LnWesterville, OH 43081
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Alder Park
448 Alder Dr EGahanna, OH 43230
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Ryland Park
5391 Renner RdHilliard, OH 43026
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Parkside Village
3913-4005 Parkside CtHilliard, OH 43026
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Homestead Village Grove City - Active Living 55+
4990 Hoover RdGrove City, OH 43123
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Worthington Ridge
1410 Worthington Ridge BlvdWorthington, OH 43085
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Grand at Polaris
850 Polaris Grand DrLewis Center, OH 43035
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Berkley House
5300 Riverside DrUpper Arlington, OH 43220
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Avery Pointe
4624 Adams LnHilliard, OH 43026
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Willow Bend
1531 Whispering Willow LnHilliard, OH 43026
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The Heights at Worthington Place
160 W Wilson Bridge RdWorthington, OH 43085
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Overland Park
201 Courtright Rd EPickerington, OH 43147
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Townes At West Albany
6240 Brassie AveWesterville, OH 43081
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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 | $2,865 |
| Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,448 | $300 | $4,954 |
| Columbus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,761 | $300 | $8,827 |
| Columbus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,183 | $530 | $8,409 |
| Columbus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,564 | $730 | $10,000+ |
| Columbus 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,806 | $959 | $7,045 |
| Columbus 6 Bedroom Apartments | $4,191 | $2,900 | $7,651 |
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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 $2,940.
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 3,066 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 $392 which is $2,548 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
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.
Welcome to Columbus: An Insider's Guide to Ohios Best-Kept Secret
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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.
The Ultimate Local Expert's Guide To Top Columbus, OH Neighborhoods for College and University Student Renters
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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.
The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Columbus, OH
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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.
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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.
How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
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.