
Gated Apartments for Rent in Columbus, OH Under $1,500 (204 Rentals)


4th Crossing

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1283 E Fulton St, Unit 1283 East Fulton Street, Unit 1283 East Fulton Street

The Hub

Rock Run

80 on the Commons

Founders Park

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The Julian

The Pembroke

Essex Apartments
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250 High

Retreat at Crosswoods

The Pointe at Polaris

Haven's Edge

The Thomas at GVX

The Windsor

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Statehouse Highline on 9th

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The Barrett

Lennox Flats

The City
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The Pierce

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1289 RENTAL CONDO COMMUNITY

Flats on Vine

Parkview Arms

Tillmore at Quarry Trails

The Slate

Legacy at Jeffrey Park

The Charleston

Wilson Place
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The Benchmark Apartments

The Jeffrey and Metal Works

Midpoint West at GVX

Stella

The Nicholas

Marble Cliff Commons

Belmont House

Southern Station

Crossline

The Benjamin
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Gateway Lofts

River & Rich

Townhomes at Andrus

Lusso

Luxe Belle | Student Housing

The Standard @ 174 E Long Street

The Frisbie

8 on the Park at GVX

Valencia on High

The Quinn Apartments
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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 | $1,215 | $300 | $3,599 |
| Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,448 | $300 | $5,439 |
| Columbus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,822 | $300 | $10,000+ |
| Columbus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,247 | $874 | $10,000+ |
| Columbus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,890 | $730 | $10,000+ |
| Columbus 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,853 | $1,500 | $8,950 |
| Columbus 6 Bedroom Apartments | $3,444 | $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 $1,777.
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 626 sq ft.
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