
Gated Apartments for Rent in Columbus, OH Under $1,200 (124 Rentals) Page 2 of 3


The Residences at Town Center

Hawthorne Lakes

Williamsburg Square

The Urban - Student Housing

The Luminary

ReVi Worthington Crossing

Continental Tower

The Ethan

2663-2671 Medary Ave
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Liberty Place Apartments

Edge at Arlington

The Canterbury

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Raccoon Creek Apartments

Atcheson Place Lofts

Columbus Renaissance Housing I

Lexington Park

Hilltop Senior Village

Granville Woods Lofts

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Lark Columbus
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150 N. Third Street Apartments

Ashley Village

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Washington Place Apartments

The Residences at Eastpointe Ridge

Chatham Village

The Gaetz

Revi Columbus East

LongView Apartments

Microliving @ 260 S 4th Street

Olentangy Village

University Village

King Avenue

Tamarack Arms Apartments

Gravity

Stonecrest

620 E. Town Street Apartments

Autumn Chase

Stone Creek Apartments

Garden Heights Apartments

Clintonville Commons

Countryside Apartments

Riverwatch Towers

Wilson Plaza

Clifton Woods Apartments

Tall Oaks

Fairwood Commons

Clear Point Gardens

The Abigail

Franklin Park Apartments

York Terrace North
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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 | $1,233 | $300 | $2,879 |
| Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,423 | $300 | $4,907 |
| Columbus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,731 | $300 | $6,995 |
| Columbus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,127 | $695 | $8,409 |
| Columbus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,533 | $745 | $10,000+ |
| Columbus 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,911 | $959 | $6,920 |
| Columbus 6 Bedroom Apartments | $4,886 | $2,400 | $6,920 |
| Columbus 7 Bedroom Apartments | $6,203 | $2,700 | $9,000 |
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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 $1,785.
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 $1,495 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 649 sq ft.
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Where to Rent in Columbus: Mapping Major Employers to Affordable Neighborhoods
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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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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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Columbus, OH, artfully blends a laid-back Midwest personality with the excitement of urban living and the spirited atmosphere of student life.

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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