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


223 E Town

Brewers Yard

Flats on Vine

One at the Peninsula

LC RiverSouth

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Ogden Apartments

Green House Columbus

The Guild

Two Twenty Vine
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The Patent at Jeffrey Park

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Park Monroe

Topiary Park Crossing

Stella

Lusso

Jaeger Square

4th & 5th

The Pembroke

Vera on Broad
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Crossline

The Frisbie

Makley Place

150 N. Third Street Apartments

The Rise

Library Park

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Xander on State

The Mercantile
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River & Rich

The Nicholas

303 Front St

Hubbard Park Place

LeVeque Tower

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The Julian

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Market Mohawk Apartments

Highpoint on Columbus Commons

Seneca
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Washington Place Apartments

The Atlas

Flats II

Arena Crossing

Liberty Place Apartments

The Reach on Goodale

High and Cherry

Belmont Apartments

ELEVATE 340

Preston Centre
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Downtown Columbus, Columbus, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Columbus?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Columbus Studio Apartments | $1,262 | $300 | $3,661 |
Downtown Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,678 | $300 | $5,354 |
| Downtown Columbus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,427 | $300 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Columbus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,682 | $1,310 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Columbus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,019 | $2,225 | $6,512 |
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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 1,638 square feet priced from $2,050. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fireproof | 202 / 302 / 402 / 502 | 1,638 Sq Ft | $2,050 |
| 40 West | 1BR/2.5BA | 1,335 Sq Ft | $2,109 |
| Green|House Short North | Teak | 1,267 Sq Ft | $2,849 |
| Smith and High | Smith & High Flats | 1,172 Sq Ft | $1,095 |
| The Mercantile | Penthouse D | 1,139 Sq Ft | $1,700 |
| Foundry at Jeffrey Park | Foundry-1E | 1,107 Sq Ft | $2,097 |
| Liberty Place Apartments | D1 II | 1,063 Sq Ft | $1,650 |
| Preston Centre | A5.1 + Den | 1,017 Sq Ft | $2,636 |
| Ohio Furniture Bldg | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1,000 Sq Ft | $1,650 |
| Brewers Yard | Tower | 819 Sq Ft | $1,595 |
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 $1,678. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Nazareth Towers-62 & Older | 1 Bedroom | $300 |
| 204 Souder Ave | 204G | $725 |
| Charwalde | 1 bedroom | $775 |
| 620 E. Town Street Apartments | 1 BR - +$50 Water | $825 |
| Belmont Apartments | One Bedroom Apartment | $825 |
| 161 W Hubbard Ave | Model A | $845 |
| Broadway Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | $870 |
| Coves at Columbus on Eaton and Miner Avenue | ff1x1 | $875 |
| 41 S Grant Ave | SINGLE | $925 |
| Juniper Crossing | 1 bdr | $970 |
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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 $1,678.
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 1,638 square feet unit starting from $2,050 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 787 sq ft.
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