
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Columbus Neighborhood of Columbus, OH (306 Rentals)


One at the Peninsula

223 E Town

LC RiverSouth

Flats on Vine

Brewers Yard

Gravity

Ogden Apartments

The Diehl

Green House Columbus
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The Guild

Two Twenty Vine

The Patent at Jeffrey Park

Continental Tower

Westrich

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Park Monroe

Topiary Park Crossing

Stella

Lusso

4th & 5th
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Residences at Topiary Park

The Pembroke

The Frisbie

Crossline

The Rise

Industry Columbus Apartments

The Reach on Goodale

Xander on State

The Pierce

The Mercantile
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River & Rich

303 Front St

The Nicholas

Hubbard Park Place

LeVeque Tower

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The Julian

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Market Mohawk Apartments

Highpoint on Columbus Commons

Harrison Park Apartments

Seneca
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Washington Place Apartments

The Atlas

Flats II

Arena Crossing

Liberty Place Apartments

Vera on Broad

150 N. Third Street Apartments

Belmont Apartments

Preston Centre

High and Cherry
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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 | $1,271 | $300 | $3,676 |
Downtown Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,727 | $300 | $5,003 |
| Downtown Columbus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,424 | $300 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Columbus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,745 | $1,230 | $7,425 |
| Downtown Columbus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,911 | $2,225 | $6,407 |
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There are currently 306 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Columbus Neighborhood of Columbus, OH.
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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 40 West and is listed at 1,335 square feet priced from $2,109. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40 West | 1BR/2.5BA | 1,335 Sq Ft | $2,109 |
| Green|House Short North | Teak | 1,267 Sq Ft | $3,731 |
| 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 | $1,892 |
| Fireproof | 215 / 315 | 1,064 Sq Ft | $1,725 |
| Liberty Place Apartments | D1 II | 1,063 Sq Ft | $1,650 |
| The Guild | Blake | 1,054 Sq Ft | $2,654 |
| Ohio Furniture Bldg | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1,000 Sq Ft | $1,650 |
| Preston Centre | A4.1 + Den | 992 Sq Ft | $2,915 |
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 $1,727. 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 |
| Charwalde | 1 bedroom | $795 |
| Belmont Apartments | One Bedroom Apartment | $825 |
| 620 E. Town Street Apartments | 1 BR - +$50 Water | $825 |
| 41 S Grant Ave | SINGLE | $925 |
| Park Royal Apartments | One Bedroom | $925 |
| Harlow on Main | The Lennon | $990 |
| The Luminary | Style 3 | $999 |
| Washington Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $1,035 |
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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 $1,727.
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 1,335 square feet unit starting from $2,109 at 40 West.
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 705 sq ft.
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