Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Columbus, OH with Utilities Included (52 Rentals)

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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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Timbercreek
$1,247 - $1,492
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Timbercreek

3264 Green Meadows StColumbus, OH 43207
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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Looking for the perfect new rental? Learn great ways to spot the perfect apartment for you, identify common red flags, and avoid rental issues and scams with these expert provided actionable tips.

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Village Flats at 757
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Village Flats at 757

757 Riverview DrColumbus, OH 43202
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Colonial East Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Colonial East Apartments

4229 E Broad StColumbus, OH 43213
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Arborwood Townhomes
2 Bedroom Apartments

Arborwood Townhomes

5778 Arborwood CtColumbus, OH 43229
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Lincoln Village
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Lincoln Village

134 Old Village RdColumbus, OH 43228
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Fairgate Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Fairgate Apartments

1523 Burstock RdColumbus, OH 43206
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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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852 N High St
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852 N High St

852 N High StColumbus, OH 43215
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Tompkins
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Tompkins

2490 N High StColumbus, OH 43202
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The Polaris Community
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Polaris Community

9180 Antares AveColumbus, OH 43240
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River View at Bexley
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

River View at Bexley

1587 College AveColumbus, OH 43209
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North Meadows Townhomes
2 Bedroom Apartments

North Meadows Townhomes

5840-5844 N Meadows BlvdColumbus, OH 43229
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Columbus's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about Columbus and the best places to live with original content written by our Columbus, OH Local Expert Kim Mooneyham

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

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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10 Hidden Costs of Renting You Should Budget for Before Signing a Lease

Avoid financial stress when renting. Learn about the 10 most common hidden costs—from pet fees to utilities—you must budget for before you sign a lease.

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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 Short-term Columbus Apartments

What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Columbus?

Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Columbus is at Amesbury listed at $741.

How much is the average rent for a Short-term Columbus Apartment?

The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Columbus is $1,793.

What is the largest Short-term Columbus Apartment for rent?

Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Columbus is a 2,303 square feet unit starting from $15,978 at 4200 Rudy Rd.

What is the average size for Columbus Short-term Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Short-term rental in Columbus is currently at 752 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.

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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.