
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Columbus, OH Under $1,300 (157 Rentals) Page 2 of 4
Rental terms in Columbus as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


The Atlas

Edge at Arlington

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Lumarc Apartments

150 N. Third Street Apartments

Wyndham Ridge Townhomes

41 S Grant Ave

Pointe at Northern Woods

Summerwynd Apartments

The Anna Apartments
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Shiloh Crossings Apartments

Revi Columbus East

Microliving @ 260 S 4th Street

Clear Stone Place

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Autumn Chase

Stonecrest

Clintonville Commons

The Trails at Arbor Court

The Brookeville

Plumwood
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Sherbrook

Hometeam Properties

West Of Eastland

Andrew Reserve

East Meadows

Sunbury Springs

Hayden Reserve

Liberty House

Allston Pointe

The View on Fifth
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Woodfield Park

Riverview Apartments

Arlington Court

Slate Hill

852 N High St

The Attleigh

The Reserve at Walnut Creek

Lofts at Norton Crossing

Residences at Northgate Crossing

Continent French Quarter
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Fairgate Apartments

Kenny Road Apartments

Lincoln Village

Winthrop Court

Colonial East Apartments

Arborwood Townhomes

Parkville

Village Flats at 757

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Brooksedge

Fairway Lakes
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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 | $1,220 | $300 | $3,872 |
| Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,462 | $300 | $7,634 |
| Columbus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,816 | $300 | $10,000+ |
| Columbus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,227 | $874 | $10,000+ |
| Columbus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,886 | $730 | $10,000+ |
| Columbus 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,813 | $1,549 | $8,687 |
| Columbus 6 Bedroom Apartments | $3,419 | $2,495 | $4,560 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Columbus Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Columbus?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Columbus is at West Of Eastland listed at $739.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Columbus Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Columbus is $1,848.
What is the largest Short-term Columbus Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Columbus is a 2,895 square feet unit starting from $6,606 at 990 N 6th St.
What is the average size for Columbus Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Columbus is currently at 748 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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.

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.

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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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