
Gated Apartments for Rent in Columbus, OH with Utilities Included (90 Rentals)
Apartments in Columbus where your utility payments are included in your rent.


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Raccoon Creek Apartments

One at the Peninsula

Stonecrest

Riverlodge Apartments

Alamira Apartments

The Patent at Jeffrey Park

Langham Apartments

THE STATION at Trolley District

Topiary Park Crossing
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Stella

Fairfax Apartments

4th & 5th

Vera on Broad

Flats on East Gay

Essex Apartments

The Frisbie

Tompkins

150 N. Third Street Apartments

The Rise
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The Urban - Student Housing

The Mercantile

The Nicholas

Hubbard Park Place

Riverwatch Towers

Marble Cliff Commons

Taylor House

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Washington Place Apartments

Flats II

The Benchmark Apartments
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Olentangy Village

Hometeam Properties

Belmont Apartments

ELEVATE 340

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Lark Columbus

Luxe Belle | Student Housing

The Residences at 218 E Main St

The Slate

The Arbor

Ashley Village
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Clifton Woods Apartments

Garden Heights Apartments

The Charleston

Hawthorne Lakes

One Short North

Midpoint East at GVX

The Benjamin

Lear Block

650 Third

The Gaetz
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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 | $1,205 | $300 | $3,583 |
| Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,451 | $300 | $6,812 |
| Columbus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,786 | $300 | $10,000+ |
| Columbus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,228 | $530 | $8,409 |
| Columbus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,544 | $730 | $6,620 |
| Columbus 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,348 | $959 | $4,250 |
| Columbus 6 Bedroom Apartments | $3,691 | $2,900 | $4,560 |
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Columbus, OHPopulation: 892,533
Ranked #14
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Pet Friendly LifestyleColumbus, OH
Ranked #2
Among cities in Ohio for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gated Columbus Apartments
What is the Cheapest Gated apartment in Columbus?
Currently the most affordable Gated Apartment in Columbus is at Nazareth Towers-62 & Older listed at $300.
How much is the average rent for a Gated Columbus Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in Columbus is $1,817.
What is the largest Gated Columbus Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in Columbus is a 2,800 square feet unit starting from $1,495 at The Hub.
What is the average size for Columbus Gated Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Gated rental in Columbus is currently at 638 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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.

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.

Welcome to Columbus: An Insiders 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.

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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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.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
Written by: Robin Stewart
Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.