
Studio Apartments for Rent in Columbus, OH Under $900 (92 Rentals)


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Columbus Park Apartments

University Village

Olentangy Village

Governours Square

Essington Village

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Belmont Apartments

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Autumn Chase
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The Canterbury

ReVi Columbus North

Riverwatch Towers

Microliving @ 260 S 4th Street

Springburne at Polaris Apartments

King Avenue

Revi Columbus East

Mason Run

Apple Run Apartments
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Maple Ridge Apartments

The Americana Apartments

Sherbrook

Clintonville Commons

Gordon House

Charwalde

Star King Apartments

Woodlands (OH)
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The Flats on Kimberly

Plumwood

Townley Court Apartments

Nazareth Towers-62 & Older

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358 E Duncan St, Unit 358, Unit 358

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1641 Sullivant Ave, Unit C, Unit C

1284 Highland St, Unit AptC, Unit AptC

800 Harrisburg Pike, Unit Studio Upstairs

1949 Parsons Ave
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1615 N 4th St

248 1/2 W 5th Ave

246 W 5th Ave

2026 Summit St

2020-2030 Summit St

Wellington Way Apartments

Clover Garden Apartments

Greenwood Village

Lindendale

144 W 9th Ave
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Columbus?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus Studio Apartments | $1,223 | $300 | $3,438 |
| Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,455 | $300 | $5,901 |
| Columbus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,810 | $300 | $10,000+ |
| Columbus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,245 | $874 | $10,000+ |
| Columbus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,856 | $730 | $10,000+ |
| Columbus 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,895 | $1,649 | $9,150 |
| Columbus 6 Bedroom Apartments | $3,444 | $2,500 | $4,560 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Columbus Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Columbus with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Columbus is at Nazareth Towers-62 & Older listed at $300.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Columbus Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Columbus is $1,223.
What is the largest available Studio Columbus Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Columbus is a 779 square feet unit starting from $1,402 at Bridge Park.
What is the average size for Columbus Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Columbus is currently 469 sq ft.
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