
Apartments for Rent in Columbus, OH Under $5,100 (1,777 Rentals)


Parkside On Pearl

681 College Avenue
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Furnished Studio-Columbus - NE I-270

754 Sullivant Ave, Unit 754

Parkhill Luxury Apartments

Preston Centre

Hubbard Park Place

Furnished Studio-Columbus - Worthington

756 Sullivant Ave, Unit 756

986 Studer Ave, Unit IT feels like home
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2661 Indianola Ave, Unit 2661

Brunner Building

477 Wyandotte Ave, Unit 475

McNaughten Woods Townhomes

333 E 18th Ave

Central Square Apartments

Kingsdale Lofts

River View at Bexley
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Harrison Park Apartments

40 West

Graceland Flats

Traditions at Creekview
Columbus's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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Fairfax

Langham

388 Fairwood Ave, Unit 388 fairwood

Carnaby Village Townhomes

Adelphi Quarter

Makley Place Apartments

The Deco

Lane Lofts

Liberty House
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 Under $5100 | $1,278 | $300 | $2,957 |
Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $5100 | $1,487 | $300 | $5,520 |
Columbus 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $5100 | $1,812 | $300 | $7,920 |
Columbus 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $5100 | $2,112 | $650 | $7,425 |
Columbus 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $5100 | $1,654 | $625 | $3,600 |
Columbus 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,235 | $839 | $5,500 |
Columbus 6 Bedroom Apartments | $3,363 | $2,200 | $4,560 |
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Getting Around Columbus, OH
Walk Score®
59 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
57 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
34 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Columbus
How much are Studio apartments in Columbus?
There are currently 272 Studio Apartments in Columbus with rent ranges from $300 to $2,957 with an average price of $1,278.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Columbus Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Columbus ranges from $300 to $5,520 with an average monthly rent of $1,487.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Columbus cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Columbus range from $300 to $7,920. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,812.
How expensive are Columbus Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 692 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Columbus on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $650 to $7,425 - averaging $2,112 for the location.
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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Columbus, OH
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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.

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls
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A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
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