
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Columbus Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $300 (144 Rentals) Page 2 of 3
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Vera on Broad

Lusso

Station 324

One at the Peninsula

223 E Town

The Arbor

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Tivoli Apartments

ELEVATE 340

The Guild
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Highpoint on Columbus Commons

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Discovery Park Place

Seneca

The Beeker

Flats on Vine

Industry Columbus Apartments

Jaeger Square

Stella

565-567-567 E Deshler Ave

1020-20 E Deshler Ave
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Market Mohawk Apartments

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Park Monroe

The Aubrey

Village West

LC RiverSouth

Green|House Short North

The Nicholas

Iron Works at Jeffrey Park

The Diehl

791-793-793 E Starr Ave
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4th & 5th

985 High

The Benjamin

1282 Hunter Ave

The Patent at Jeffrey Park

Ogden Apartments

The Sage at Jeffrey Park

1051 Hunter Ave

Makley Place

225 E 5th Ave
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26 E 2nd Ave

Madison and Madison North

Sonnenblick

Sixty Spring

The Jeffrey and Metal Works

The Reach on Goodale

The Standard @ 174 E Long Street

Arena Crossing

The Slate

Valencia on High
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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 | $1,220 | $300 | $2,226 |
| Downtown Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,654 | $300 | $4,817 |
| Downtown Columbus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,365 | $300 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Columbus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,425 | $695 | $7,695 |
| Downtown Columbus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,545 | $1,900 | $4,177 |
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There are currently 144 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Columbus Neighborhood of Columbus, OH.
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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 Alexandria Colony and starts from $1,700.
Expert Rental Resources
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.
Helpful Local Expert Guides

Where to Rent in Columbus: Mapping Major Employers to Affordable Neighborhoods
Written by: Kim Mooneyham
Ask Columbus workers where they live, and you’ll hear the same neighborhood names: University District, Clintonville, Near East Side, North Columbus, and West Columbus.

Welcome to Columbus: An Insider's Guide to Ohios Best-Kept Secret
Written by: Kim Mooneyham
Visitors to Columbus, OH, won't admit it at first, but they secretly expect this Midwestern capital to resemble a sprawling version of Mayberry from the old Andy Griffith show. I'm serious.

The Ultimate Local Expert's Guide To Top Columbus, OH Neighborhoods for College and University Student Renters
Written by: Kim Mooneyham
Columbus, OH, artfully blends a laid-back Midwest personality with the excitement of urban living and the spirited atmosphere of student life.

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.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
Written by: Robin Stewart
There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.