
Gated Apartments for Rent in Columbus, OH Under $1,200 (128 Rentals)


Gateway Lofts

One Short North

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Park Monroe

Worthington Court Townhomes

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Market Mohawk Apartments

Bexley House

476 Taylor Apartments

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Stella

River Oaks
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The Frisbie

The Ethan

Seneca

Battery B

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Discovery Park Place

223 E Town

ELEVATE 340

8 on the Park at GVX

Southern Station

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2663-2671 Medary Ave
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The Luminary

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69 N 20th St, Unit I

The Arbor

Midpoint West at GVX

The Pointe at Polaris

Georgetown

Yardley Apartments

Saw Mill Village Apartments

Sawmill Crossing

The Atlas
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Ashley Village

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LC RiverSouth

Sheldon Park

Broadleigh Lofts

Midpoint East at GVX

The Day Companies Downtown

Highpoint on Columbus Commons

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1289 RENTAL CONDO COMMUNITY

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Star King Apartments

Tamarack Arms Apartments
Columbus's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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Cassady North Apartments

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One at the Peninsula

Smith and High

River & Rich

The Patent at Jeffrey Park

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The Nicholas

The Residences at Town Center

Castleton Gardens

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The Charleston

303 Front St
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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 | $1,207 | $300 | $3,149 |
| Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,438 | $300 | $5,088 |
| Columbus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,784 | $300 | $10,000+ |
| Columbus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,239 | $874 | $9,846 |
| Columbus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,778 | $730 | $10,000+ |
| Columbus 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,778 | $1,500 | $9,564 |
| Columbus 6 Bedroom Apartments | $3,748 | $2,500 | $4,560 |
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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 $1,759.
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 $1,445 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 633 sq ft.
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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Columbus, OH
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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.

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Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.