Apartments for Rent by Owner in Columbus, OH (42 Rentals)

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69 E Arcadia Ave, Unit D
$1,400
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69 E Arcadia Ave, Unit D

69 E Arcadia AveColumbus, OH 43202
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1340 Doten Ave, Unit D
$1,200
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1340 Doten Ave, Unit D

1340 Doten AveColumbus, OH 43212
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1594 N 4th St
$1,600
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$1,600
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1594 N 4th St

1594 N 4th StColumbus, OH 43201
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Where to Rent in Columbus: Mapping Major Employers to Affordable Neighborhoods

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.

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973 1/2 Mount Vernon Ave
$1,000 - $1,200
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$1,000 - $1,200
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973 1/2 Mount Vernon Ave

973 1/2 Mount Vernon AveColumbus, OH 43203
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2900 E Broad St, Unit C
$1,750
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$1,750
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2900 E Broad St, Unit C

2900 E Broad StColumbus, OH 43209
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68 E Hudson St, Unit 68
$1,465
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$1,465
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68 E Hudson St, Unit 68

68 E Hudson StColumbus, OH 43202
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70 E Hudson St, Unit 70
$935
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$935
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70 E Hudson St, Unit 70

70 E Hudson StColumbus, OH 43202
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Welcome to Columbus: An Insider's Guide to Ohio's Best-Kept Secret

Discover Columbus, OH, a city of attractive urban vitality and affordable living. Get the insider scoop on nightlife, arts, parks, and low rental prices from a local expert.

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1315 N 6th St, Unit 1315
$1,450
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1315 N 6th St, Unit 1315

1315 N 6th StColumbus, OH 43201
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3543 Cleveland Ave, Unit A
$1,600
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3543 Cleveland Ave, Unit A

3543 Cleveland AveGrove City, OH 43123
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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Great place to attend college and find a job afterward.

Frequently Asked Questions about For rent By Owner Columbus Apartments

What is the Cheapest For rent By Owner apartment in Columbus?

Currently the most affordable For rent By Owner Apartment in Columbus is at 1942 Summit St, Unit F listed at $795.

How much is the average rent for a For rent By Owner Columbus Apartment?

The average rent for a For rent By Owner Apartment in Columbus is $1,336.

What is the largest For rent By Owner Columbus Apartment for rent?

Today's For rent By Owner apartment with the most square footage in Columbus is a 2,000 square feet unit starting from $1,950 at 81 N 22nd St, Unit 81 North 22nd Street.

What is the average size for Columbus For rent By Owner Apartments for rent?

The average size for a For rent By Owner rental in Columbus is currently at 953 sq ft.

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.

Helpful Local Expert Guides

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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.

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Welcome to Columbus: An Insider's 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.

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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.

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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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

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.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

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.