
Top Rated Apartments for Rent in Columbus, OH (300 Rentals)
Apartments in Columbus with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.


Eden of Whitehall

Riverlodge Apartments

Eden at Bexley Crossing

Cornerstone Crossing

Retreat at Crosswoods

The Edge

The Blakely

Stonecrest

The Anna Apartments
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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Triumph Apartments

Sawbury Commons

Eden Green Townhomes

Eden Brooke Townhomes

Eden of Easton Apartments

Eden at Jefferson Crossing

The Continent Village

Continental Tower

Langham Apartments

Topiary Park Crossing
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River Park of Dublin

Elan Park Apartments

The Madison

Fairfax Apartments

Green|House Short North

Essex Apartments

Westmont at the Lane

43 at New Albany

150 N. Third Street Apartments

Adelphi Quarter
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The Pierce

The Nicholas

Hubbard Park Place

LeVeque Tower

Bolton Estates Apartments

Taylor House

The Benchmark Apartments

Meridian at Grandview

Lennox Flats
Columbus's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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Highpoint on Columbus Commons

Harrison Park Apartments

Flats II

Parkview Apartments

Parkhill Luxury Apartments

The Zelle at Polaris

THE STATION at Trolley District

Marble Cliff Commons

Shiloh Crossings Apartments

Clear Stone Place
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Columbus?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus Top Rated Studio Apartments | $1,236 | $300 | $2,879 |
| Columbus Top Rated 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,424 | $300 | $4,907 |
| Columbus Top Rated 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,729 | $300 | $7,495 |
| Columbus Top Rated 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,122 | $695 | $8,409 |
| Columbus Top Rated 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,543 | $745 | $10,000+ |
| Columbus 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,903 | $959 | $6,896 |
| Columbus 6 Bedroom Apartments | $3,444 | $2,400 | $4,560 |
| Columbus 7 Bedroom Apartments | $6,355 | $3,100 | $9,000 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Columbus
How much are Studio apartments in Columbus?
There are currently 1,423 Studio Apartments in Columbus with rent ranges from $300 to $2,879 with an average price of $2,719.
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 $4,907 with an average monthly rent of $1,424.
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 $7,495. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,729.
How expensive are Columbus Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 832 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Columbus on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $695 to $8,409 - averaging $2,122 for the location.
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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.

Welcome to Columbus: An Insider's 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.

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.

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

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

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
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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.