
Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Columbus Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $300 (35 Rentals)


Coves at Columbus on Eaton and Miner Avenue

1236 Indianola Ave

474 Elsmere St

Townley Court Apartments

41 S Grant Ave

1271 Hunter Ave, Unit B

619 Oak St, Unit 619 A Oak Street
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552 Bradley St, Unit duplex

472 Elsmere St

Greystone Court

526 E Sycamore St

Alexandria Colony

New Yorker

1203.5 Hunter Ave

235 Hamilton Ave, Unit 235
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Village West

83 W 1st Ave

419 E Mithoff St

Tivoli Apartments

Sonnenblick

Seneca

449-451-451 Reinhard Ave

Normandy Columbus
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The Aubrey

LC RiverSouth

Smith and High

85-91-91 W 1st Ave

1230 Indianola Ave

1114 N High St

Greenwood Village

1235 Summit St
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The Triad Apartments

Conley Hall

Thurber Gate Apartments
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 | $1,220 | $300 | $2,613 |
| Downtown Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,590 | $300 | $5,103 |
Downtown Columbus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,231 | $300 | $8,100 |
| Downtown Columbus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,907 | $650 | $8,644 |
| Downtown Columbus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,275 | $1,995 | $2,800 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Columbus Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Columbus?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Columbus is under $875.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Columbus?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Columbus is Nazareth Towers-62 & Older which is listed at $300, while the average apartment in Downtown Columbus costs $2,864.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Columbus?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 125 regular apartments in Downtown Columbus that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Downtown Columbus?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Columbus have an average cost of $292 which is $2,572 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Columbus.
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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.

18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.