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Rental terms in Columbus as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.

Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

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property at 96 Brickel St

$4,335

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$4,335
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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Oct 15

96 Brickel St

ColumbusOH43215
property at 286 Taylor Ave

$4,297

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$4,297
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$4,297

5 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

Available Sep 21

286 Taylor Ave

ColumbusOH43203
property at 254 W Poplar Ave

$4,294

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$4,294
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$4,294

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Oct 7

254 W Poplar Ave

ColumbusOH43215

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

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property at 1710 Hess Blvd

$4,032

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$4,032
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$4,032

4 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

Available Oct 19

1710 Hess Blvd

ColumbusOH43212
property at 309-311-311 W 4th Ave

$3,981

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$3,981
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4 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 26

309-311-311 W 4th Ave

ColumbusOH43201
property at 61 E Russell St

$3,867

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$3,867
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$3,867

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

Available Dec 21

61 E Russell St

ColumbusOH43215
property at 59 E Russell St

$3,850

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$3,850
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$3,850

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 26

59 E Russell St

ColumbusOH43215
property at 74 E Prescott St

$3,670

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$3,670
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$3,670

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 31

74 E Prescott St

ColumbusOH43215

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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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 Amesbury listed at $741.

How much is the average rent for a Short-term Columbus Apartment?

The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Columbus is $1,794.

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 $4,526 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 760 sq ft.

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.

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Where to Rent in Columbus: Mapping Major Employers to Affordable Neighborhoods

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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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Welcome to Columbus: An Insider's Guide to Ohios Best-Kept Secret

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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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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.