Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Columbus, OH Under $900 (25 Rentals)

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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.

Brick Streets, Buckeyes, and a Brand New Apartment: Your Complete Columbus Moving Guide

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Hometeam Properties
Studio to 6 Bedroom Apartments

Hometeam Properties

222 E 11th AveColumbus, OH 43201
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Kenny Road Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Kenny Road Apartments

1809-1813 Kenny RdColumbus, OH 43212
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Lincoln Village
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Lincoln Village

134 Old Village RdColumbus, OH 43228
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A Local’s Guide to Great Short-Term Rental Neighborhoods in Columbus, Ohio

Columbus has great short-term rental options, but the right neighborhood depends entirely on why you're here. Our local expert covers the honest trade-offs in four of the city's most popular neighborhoods for places with short term leases.

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Winthrop Court
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Winthrop Court

2531 Arborview DrColumbus, OH 43229
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Arborwood Townhomes
2 Bedroom Apartments

Arborwood Townhomes

5778 Arborwood CtColumbus, OH 43229
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Colonial East Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Colonial East Apartments

4229 E Broad StColumbus, OH 43213
Senior Living
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Parkville
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Parkville

2346 Parkgreen PlColumbus, OH 43229
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Village Flats at 757
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Village Flats at 757

757 Riverview DrColumbus, OH 43202
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Where to Rent in Columbus: Mapping Major Employers to Affordable Neighborhoods

Find your next budget-friendly apartment in Columbus, OH. Discover neighborhoods like Clintonville and Near East Side, offering short commutes and a great renter lifestyle near major job centers.

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Columbus, OH Local Guide

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Great place to attend college and find a job afterward.

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 $1,827.

What is the largest Short-term Columbus Apartment for rent?

Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Columbus is a 2,497 square feet unit starting from $4,618 at 5816 Lakeview Dr.

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 737 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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Brick Streets, Buckeyes, and a Brand New Apartment: Your Complete Columbus Moving Guide

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Hello from the Buckeye State! I'm Kim, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Columbus, Ohio, and I've put together this guide to help make your relocation as easy and stress-free as possible.

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A Local’s Guide to Great Short-Term Rental Neighborhoods in Columbus, Ohio

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Hi, I'm Kim, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Columbus, Ohio. I'm part of an extended team at ApartmentHomeLiving.

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

Written by: Kim Mooneyham

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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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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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How Commercial-to-Residential Property Conversions Help the Housing Crisis

Written by: Robin Stewart

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Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!

Written by: Robin Stewart

Where do you see yourself? When you think of home, sweet home, are you in a 3/2 apartment? Dreaming of a tall townhome? Maybe an industrial loft heavy on cool vibes is on your visioning board.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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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.