Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Columbus, OH Under $900 (22 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.

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Autumn Chase
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$850 - $1,350
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Autumn Chase

5596 Autumn Chase DrColumbus, OH 43232
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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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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
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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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Parkville
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Parkville

2346 Parkgreen PlColumbus, OH 43229

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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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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 Springwood listed at $773.

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

The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Columbus is $1,709.

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 $5,800 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 740 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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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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The Ultimate Local Expert's Guide To Top Columbus, OH Neighborhoods for College and University Student Renters

Written by: Kim Mooneyham

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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Welcome to Columbus: An Insiders Guide to Ohios Best-Kept Secret

Written by: Kim Mooneyham

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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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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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.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.