
Studio Apartments for Rent in Columbus, OH Under $900 (87 Rentals)


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Olentangy Village

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Essington Village

Belmont Apartments

Autumn Chase
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Heritage Apartments

Microliving @ 260 S 4th Street

The Residences at Eastpointe Ridge

ReVi Columbus North

Tall Oaks

King Avenue

New Bridge - Promo!

Thornapple

Apple Run Apartments
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Revi Columbus East

Mason Run

Winchester Oaks

Maple Ridge Apartments

Sherbrook

Clintonville Commons

Plumwood

Gordon House

Charwalde

West Of Eastland
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The Flats on Kimberly

Townley Court Apartments

Nazareth Towers-62 & Older

1949 Parsons Ave

2020-2030 Summit St

1008 Parsons Ave.

384 E. Maynard Ave

100 W. 6th Ave

Lofts at 40 Long

Wellington Way Apartments
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Clover Garden Apartments

Greenwood Village

Lindendale

144 W 9th Ave

The Hub

1528-1530 Neil Ave

Broadmoor

1293 Neil Ave

Winterwood Gardens Apartments

1340-1350 King
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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 | $1,224 | $300 | $2,879 |
| Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,418 | $300 | $4,379 |
| Columbus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,728 | $300 | $7,781 |
| Columbus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,129 | $695 | $8,409 |
| Columbus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,535 | $680 | $10,000+ |
| Columbus 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,443 | $959 | $6,648 |
| Columbus 6 Bedroom Apartments | $4,867 | $3,700 | $6,648 |
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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters
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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 $1,224.
What is the largest available Studio Columbus Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Columbus is a 760 square feet unit starting from $1,194 at Tiffany Flats.
What is the average size for Columbus Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Columbus is currently 650 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

Brick Streets, Buckeyes, and a Brand New Apartment: Your Complete Columbus Moving Guide
Written by: Kim Mooneyham
Hello from the Buckeye State! I'm Kim, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Columbus, Ohio, and I've put together this guide to help make your relocation as easy and stress-free as possible.

A Local’s Guide to Great Short-Term Rental Neighborhoods in Columbus, Ohio
Written by: Kim Mooneyham
Hi, I'm Kim, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Columbus, Ohio. I'm part of an extended team at ApartmentHomeLiving.

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
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.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

How Commercial-to-Residential Property Conversions Help the Housing Crisis
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Many housing markets throughout America share a common complaint: a lack of affordable rental properties.

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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.

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