
Student Apartments for Rent in Columbus, OH Under $4,400 (105 Rentals)
Rentals in Columbus near campus with by-the-room pricing and amenities for students.


The King Apartments

333 E 18th Ave

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Statehouse Highline on 9th

Wilson Place

The Stratton

Lennox Flats

Ravine Flats at Iuka

Luxe Belle | Student Housing

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Tivoli Apartments
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The Arbor

4th & 5th

245 E 13th Ave

Saw Mill Village Apartments

The Quarry Apartments

The Urban - Student Housing

40 West

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Raccoon Creek Apartments

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Lark Columbus

1680 Summit St
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Royal Neil Apartments

University Village

Olentangy Village

The Griff

The Abigail

Altitude Columbus

Belmont Apartments

305 E 19th Ave

2136 Summit St- Large 5 Bedroom Home

Ohio Furniture Bldg
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Hometeam Properties

161-163 Chittenden Ave

64-70 Chittenden Ave

88 E Frambes Ave

300 E. 16th Ave.

East Village

180 Chittenden Ave

Luxe 88

692 N High St

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Belmont House

1334 Neil Ave.

E 19th Ave 354-360 MLR

2011 Summit St

Westerville Villas-Spacious condo

Rambler Columbus - Historical Access

The Summit

Ravine Ridge Apartments

Hanover Park

The Mercantile
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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 | $1,219 | $300 | $2,699 |
| Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,417 | $300 | $4,379 |
| Columbus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,723 | $300 | $7,730 |
| Columbus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,113 | $695 | $8,409 |
| Columbus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,530 | $680 | $10,000+ |
| Columbus 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,333 | $959 | $6,736 |
| Columbus 6 Bedroom Apartments | $5,026 | $3,800 | $6,736 |
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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 $1,578.
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 631 sq ft.
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