
Apartments for Rent in Columbus, OH Under $1,000 with Utilities Included (216 Rentals)
Apartments in Columbus where your utility payments are included in your rent.


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Waterford Pointe

Ashley Village

The Urban - Student Housing

Heather Glen Townhomes

Oakland Park Apartments

Wheatland Crossing II

Harlow on Main

Woodside Place Apartments

Olentangy Village
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Schrock Park

Hilltop Senior Village

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Lark Columbus

Woodside Apartments

Colonial Grandview

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Bairsford Place Apartments

150 N. Third Street Apartments

Northtowne Apartments

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Washington Place Apartments

Center Court Apartments
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Springburne at Polaris Apartments

41 S Grant Ave

Plumwood

Crosswinds Village Apartments

The Anna Apartments

Summerwynd Apartments

The Gaetz

Barrington Club Apartments

Revi Columbus East

161 W Hubbard Ave
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Indian Oaks

Royal Neil Apartments

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Newcastle Townhomes

Riverview Place Apartments

Northgate Apartments

King Avenue

Clifton Woods Apartments

Hometeam Properties

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Aries Court

Stonecrest
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610-ROYAL YORK APARTMENTS, LLC

Chelsea Townhomes

Countryside Apartments

Kimberly Court Apartments

620 E. Town Street Apartments

Lakeside Villas

Garden Heights Apartments

West Of Eastland

Riverwatch Towers

Woodlake Village Apartments
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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 | $1,209 | $300 | $3,608 |
| Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,446 | $300 | $6,812 |
| Columbus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,778 | $300 | $10,000+ |
| Columbus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,200 | $530 | $8,409 |
| Columbus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,726 | $730 | $10,000+ |
| Columbus 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,926 | $959 | $9,780 |
| Columbus 6 Bedroom Apartments | $4,725 | $2,900 | $9,894 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Utilities Included Columbus Apartments
What is the Cheapest Utilities Included apartment in Columbus?
Currently the most affordable Utilities Included Apartment in Columbus is at Nazareth Towers-62 & Older listed at $300.
How much is the average rent for a Utilities Included Columbus Apartment?
The average rent for a Utilities Included Apartment in Columbus is $1,542.
What is the largest Utilities Included Columbus Apartment for rent?
Today's Utilities Included apartment with the most square footage in Columbus is a 3,415 square feet unit starting from $839 at 610-ROYAL YORK APARTMENTS, LLC.
What is the average size for Columbus Utilities Included Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Utilities Included rental in Columbus is currently at 667 sq ft.
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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.

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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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.

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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.