
Student Apartments for Rent in Columbus, OH Under $2,700 (100 Rentals)
Rentals in Columbus near campus with by-the-room pricing and amenities for students.


The Mercantile

333 E 18th Ave

Ohio Furniture Bldg

Wilson Place

Luxe 88

Total Monthly Price
Statehouse Highline on 9th

Ravine Flats at Iuka

Lennox Flats

Saw Mill Village Apartments
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The Quarry Apartments

Luxe Belle | Student Housing

The Stratton

Total Monthly Price
Tivoli Apartments

Fisher Commons

The Arbor

4th & 5th

245 E 13th Ave

692 N High St

Olentangy Village
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100 Chittenden Ave

The Urban - Student Housing

Total Monthly Price
Lark Columbus

1680 Summit St

Royal Neil Apartments

University Village

The Griff

Franklin Park Apartments

Hometeam Properties

Altitude Columbus
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The Abigail

134 W 9th Ave

Belmont Apartments

305 E 19th Ave

2136 Summit St- Large 5 Bedroom Home

Total Monthly Price
Raccoon Creek Apartments

88 E Frambes Ave

East Village

180 Chittenden Ave

Belmont House
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Statehouse Varsity

1334 Neil Ave.

Rambler Columbus - Historical Access

Westerville Villas-Spacious condo

Hanover Park

Ravine Ridge Apartments

The Summit

2011 Summit St

Statehouse Lane

Peer on 7th Student Living
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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 | $1,201 | $300 | $3,583 |
| Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,453 | $300 | $7,476 |
| Columbus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,783 | $300 | $10,000+ |
| Columbus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,223 | $530 | $8,409 |
| Columbus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,676 | $730 | $8,015 |
| Columbus 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,557 | $959 | $6,872 |
| Columbus 6 Bedroom Apartments | $3,651 | $2,700 | $4,560 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Student Columbus Apartments
What is the Cheapest Student apartment in Columbus?
Currently the most affordable Student Apartment in Columbus is at Belmont Apartments listed at $450.
How much is the average rent for a Student Columbus Apartment?
The average rent for a Student Apartment in Columbus is $1,688.
What is the largest Student Columbus Apartment for rent?
Today's Student apartment with the most square footage in Columbus is a 2,292 square feet unit starting from $860 at The Griff.
What is the average size for Columbus Student Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Student rental in Columbus is currently at 701 sq ft.
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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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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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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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