
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Columbus Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $300 (124 Rentals)


194 Jefferson Ave

190 Jefferson Ave

Coves at Columbus on Eaton and Miner Avenue

Townley Court Apartments
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1208 Summit St

620 E. Town Street Apartments

Washington Place Apartments

Harlow on Main
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150 N. Third Street Apartments

The Aubrey

The Rise

723 Mt Vernon Ave

Village West
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Topiary Park Crossing

754 Mt Vernon Ave

1188 Hamlet St
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Yardley Apartments

223 E Town

26 E 2nd Ave

Liberty Place Apartments

One at the Penninsula

The Pierce

999 N High St
Columbus's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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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 | $1,283 | $300 | $2,668 |
Downtown Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,754 | $300 | $4,911 |
Downtown Columbus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,517 | $300 | $5,770 |
Downtown Columbus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,108 | $650 | $7,945 |
Downtown Columbus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,524 | $1,695 | $3,600 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Columbus Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Columbus?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Columbus is at Nazareth Towers-62 & Older listed at $300.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Columbus Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Columbus Apartment is $300 at Nazareth Towers-62 & Older.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Columbus Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Columbus is starting from $300 at Nazareth Towers-62 & Older.
What is the most affordable Downtown Columbus Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Columbus Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Nazareth Towers-62 & Older and starts from $300.
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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.

The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Columbus, OH
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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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Written by: Cheryl Bowman
A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
Written by: Marie Brown
You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.