Top Rated Apartments for Rent in Columbus, OH Under $1,200 (165 Rentals)

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Market Mohawk Apartments
$1,199 - $1,850
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$1,199 - $1,850
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Market Mohawk Apartments

399 S Grant AveColumbus, OH 43215
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Park Monroe
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$1,199 - $4,549
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$1,199 - $4,549
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Park Monroe

770 Thurber Dr EColumbus, OH 43215
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The Farms
$1,189 - $4,625
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$1,084 - $4,520
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$1,189 - $4,625
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The Farms

5412 Edwards Farms RdColumbus, OH 43221
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The Bradford at Easton Apartment Homes
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$1,185 - $3,636
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$1,170 - $3,621
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$1,185 - $3,636
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The Bradford at Easton Apartment Homes

4150 Silver Springs LnColumbus, OH 43230
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The Ridge at Chestnut Hill
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$1,164 - $2,234
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$1,164 - $2,234
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The Ridge at Chestnut Hill

6108 Chestnut Ridge DrColumbus, OH 43230
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The Pembroke
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$1,160 - $4,075
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$1,150 - $4,065
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$1,160 - $4,075
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The Pembroke

195 E BroadColumbus, OH 43215
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Tivoli Apartments
$1,145 - $1,395
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$1,145 - $1,395
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Tivoli Apartments

412 Thurber Dr WColumbus, OH 43215
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The Nicholas
$1,122 - $4,742
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$1,112 - $4,732
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$1,122 - $4,742
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The Nicholas

12 W Gay StColumbus, OH 43215
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Columbus's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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Meridian at Grandview
$1,050 - $2,230
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$1,006 - $2,186
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$1,050 - $2,230
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Meridian at Grandview

1401 Aschinger BlvdColumbus, OH 43212
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Continental Tower
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$1,050 - $3,180
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$1,040 - $3,170
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Continental Tower

150 E Gay StColumbus, OH 43215
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Columbus, OH Local Guide

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Moving is tough, especially long-distance. Learn how to minimize stress & expenses with proven strategies from a real estate pro, covering everything from logistics to finances.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Columbus

How much are Studio apartments in Columbus?

There are currently 1,467 Studio Apartments in Columbus with rent ranges from $300 to $3,316 with an average price of $2,696.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Columbus Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Columbus ranges from $300 to $5,783 with an average monthly rent of $1,423.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Columbus cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Columbus range from $300 to $8,391. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,759.

How expensive are Columbus Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 799 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Columbus on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $874 to $8,556 - averaging $2,204 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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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.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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

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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.