
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Columbus, OH Under $2,000 (206 Rentals)
Rental terms in Columbus as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


McNaughten Woods Townhomes

Harrison Park Apartments

1656-1662 Northwest Blvd

Luxury Living in the Short North!

Tompkins

Makley Place

The Life at Green Arbor

600 Goodale

The Pierce
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Alexandria Colony

Parkview Arms

District at Tuttle

Wesbury Park

TOWNHOMES AT MCNAUGHTEN

The Benchmark Apartments

The Pointe at Polaris

Stafford House

Summerview

Dublin Square
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Mackenzie Village Apartments

Townhomes at Fairways

Townhomes at Andrus

The Frisbie

Total Monthly Price
Timbercreek

Crossline

Valencia on High

Green|House Short North

Tiffany Lakes

Sheldon Park
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TGM Meadow View

TGM Worthington Green

Northpark Place

Tiffany Flats

Sycamore House

Grandview Heights

223 E Town

Madison Grove Townhomes

THE STATION at Trolley District

Crosspoint Apartments
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Vera on Broad

The Atlas

Bayberry Place Townhomes

Sharon Glen

Star King Apartments

Hamilton Arms Apartments

Cassady North Apartments

Austin Place Apartments

Green House Columbus

Fox and Hounds
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Columbus, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Columbus?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus Studio Apartments | $1,224 | $300 | $3,438 |
| Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,464 | $300 | $7,945 |
| Columbus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,818 | $300 | $10,000+ |
| Columbus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,255 | $874 | $10,000+ |
| Columbus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,921 | $730 | $10,000+ |
| Columbus 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,816 | $1,549 | $8,303 |
| Columbus 6 Bedroom Apartments | $3,651 | $2,700 | $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 $1,621.
What is the largest Short-term Columbus Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Columbus is a 2,220 square feet unit starting from $1,206 at Tiffany Lakes.
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 707 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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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.

Welcome to Columbus: An Insiders Guide to Ohios Best-Kept Secret
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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back
Written by: Lauren Harrington
I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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