1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Columbus Neighborhood of Columbus, OH (305 Rentals)

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Largest Available Downtown Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Downtown Columbus area of Columbus, OH is found at Fireproof and is listed at 1,319 square feet priced from $1,695. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Fireproof200 / 300 / 400 / 5001,319 Sq Ft$1,695
LeVeque TowerTower No. 43 (w/den)1,243 Sq Ft$2,225
Foundry at Jeffrey ParkFoundry-1E1,107 Sq Ft$1,737
The HubVenice1,100 Sq Ft$1,795
Yardley ApartmentsMcAllister1,066 Sq Ft$1,599
Liberty Place ApartmentsD11,033 Sq Ft$1,785
Preston CentreA5 + Den1,017 Sq Ft$2,767
Brewers YardBeck948 Sq Ft$1,767

Cheapest Available Downtown Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Columbus of Columbus, OH is the 1 Bedroom Model starting from $300 at Nazareth Towers-62 & Older. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Columbus is currently $1,621. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Nazareth Towers-62 & Older1 Bedroom$300
Charwalde1 bedroom$795
Belmont ApartmentsOne Bedroom Apartment$795
1114 N High StJr 1 Bedroom$825
Coves at Columbus on Eaton and Miner Avenueff1x1$875
Park Royal ApartmentsOne Bedroom$899
620 E. Town Street Apartments1 BR - Includes Water$925
Library ParkLibrary Park I | A$950
Harlow on MainThe Stella$999
The RiseThe Robinson$1,095

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities across the United States, including Columbus. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendliness, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Downtown Columbus Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown Columbus with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Downtown Columbus is at Nazareth Towers-62 & Older listed at $300.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Downtown Columbus Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Columbus is $1,621.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Downtown Columbus Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Columbus is a 1,319 square feet unit starting from $1,695 at Fireproof.

What is the average size for Downtown Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Downtown Columbus is currently 802 sq ft.

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