Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Columbus Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $300 (154 Rentals)

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248 1/2 W 5th Ave

ColumbusOH43201

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Downtown Columbus, Columbus, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Columbus Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Columbus area of Columbus, OH is a 2 Beds unit found at Nazareth Towers-62 & Older priced from $300. Belmont Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $425. Here are the most affordable Downtown Columbus apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Nazareth Towers-62 & OlderStudio2BR,1BA$300
Belmont ApartmentsStudent RoomStudio,1BA$425
Charwalde1 bedroom1BR,1BA$775
Broadway Apartments0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$825
1114 N High StJr 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$825
Gordon HouseStudioStudio,1BA$850
Washington Place ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$894
Library ParkLibrary Park I | S3Studio,1BA$907
Highpoint on Columbus CommonsAdamsStudio,1BA$912
Arena CrossingBayStudio,1BA$919

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Columbus, OH

As of December 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Columbus area is the $0.85 price per square foot 4BR/2.0BA Model at 414-416 E. Whittier St in the in the Downtown Columbus neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Downtown Columbus apartment is the 65 S 5th St Model at 65 S 5th St, Unit 65 S 5th Columbus Oh 2B starting at $1,500 with a $1.09 price per square foot in the Discovery District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Columbus apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
414-416 E. Whittier St4BR/2.0BA4BR,2BA$0.85
65 S 5th St, Unit 65 S 5th Columbus Oh 2B65 S 5th St2BR,2BA$1.09
1210 Dennison Ave, Unit 12101210 Dennison Ave2BR,1BA$1.27
Sonnenblick2-Bedroom TH (Partial Basement)2BR,1.5BA$1.31
726 N High St, Unit 726.5Unit2B726 N High St1BR,1BA$1.10
The Abigail2B1B - Custom Lx22BR,1BA$1.09
Charwalde1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.00
Coves at Columbus on Eaton and Miner Avenueff2x1b2BR,1BA$1.30
Gordon HouseStudioStudio ,1BA$1.42
Nazareth Towers-62 & OlderStudioStudio ,1BA$0.67

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Downtown Columbus, Columbus, OH

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is happy to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States including Downtown Columbus, Columbus, and the greater Columbus area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, features that make it easier to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

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 ELEVATE 340 and starts from $2,150.

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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.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!