Apartments for Rent with Specials in the Downtown Columbus Neighborhood of Columbus, OH (44 Rentals)

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Apartments in the Downtown Columbus area of Columbus with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.

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One at the Peninsula
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$1,140 - $5,049Special Offer
Specials Limited -Time Offer! Sign a 14–15-month lease today and receive 2 months' rent free on any home! Restrictions apply, call for more
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One at the Peninsula

111 Belle StColumbus, OH 43215
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223 E Town
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$1,282 - $2,416Special Offer
1 Month Free Move in now and receive up to 1 month FREE on select units! Call today to schedule your tour before this special ends!
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223 E Town

223 E Town StColumbus, OH 43215
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Westrich
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$1,090 - $2,370Special Offer
2 Months Free Get 2 months FREE on a 14-month lease + $500 if you apply within the first 48 hours of your tour! *Terms & conditions apply.
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Westrich

509 W Rich StColumbus, OH 43215
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Park Monroe
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$1,199 - $4,549
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$1,199 - $4,549
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$1,199 - $4,549
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2 Months Free Apply today and enjoy 2 months FREE rent on 1 and 3 bedroom homes or 3 months FREE rent on 2 bedroom homes! *Restrictions appl
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Park Monroe

770 Thurber Dr EColumbus, OH 43215
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Crossline
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$1,150 - $2,220Special Offer
3 Months Free Huge 2 Bedroom Savings Lease today and receive 3 months free on any available 2-bedroom Schedule your tour today to lock in th
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Crossline

300 E 5th AveColumbus, OH 43201
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The Rise
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$1,095 - $1,295Special Offer
Specials ** Qualifying applicants must sign for a 12-18 month lease term**
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The Rise

825 Cleveland AveColumbus, OH 43201
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Industry Columbus Apartments
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$1,165 - $3,660Special Offer
Specials Get up to 10 weeks of FREE RENT, when you move in by 8/31/26! *Offer subject to change. Some restrictions apply. Contact office for
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Industry Columbus Apartments

230 E Long StColumbus, OH 43215
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The Pierce
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$1,400 - $2,000Special Offer
Discounts Lock in your perfect apartment for Fall Move-In. Get $500 off First Month Rent + 6 Months of FREE Garage Parking when you pre-leas
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The Pierce

321 E Capital StColumbus, OH 43215
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The Barrett
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$1,394 - $3,004
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$1,394 - $3,004
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$1,394 - $3,004
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Specials Move into your new home today and take advantage of our limited-time special! Receive 2 months of FREE rent on select homes! -- *Re
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The Barrett

345 E Deshler AveColumbus, OH 43206
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Market Mohawk Apartments
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$1,199 - $1,850
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$1,199 - $1,850
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$1,199 - $1,850
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Specials FREE RENT! Turn Up the Savings, Not the Temperature on Select Floorplans! ; Pay ZERO rent until August 1st, 2026 when you move-in a
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Market Mohawk Apartments

399 S Grant AveColumbus, OH 43215
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Alexandria Colony
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$1,330 - $1,740Special Offer
Specials Come visit Alexandria Colony today and see why this private community in central Columbus could be your new home! Alexandria Colony
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Alexandria Colony

440 Alexandria Colony St SColumbus, OH 43215
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The Atlas
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$1,120 - $2,200Special Offer
1 Month Free Summer savings: Apply by 7/31/2026 and receive ONE MONTH FREE!
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The Atlas

8 E Long StColumbus, OH 43215
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Preston Centre
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$1,843 - $7,030Special Offer
Specials Limited Time Only! Special reduced pricing on select units! Restrictions apply. Contact Us Today For More Details And To Schedule Y
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Preston Centre

155 E Broad StColumbus, OH 43215
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Yardley Apartments
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$1,095 - $2,650Special Offer
2 Months Free Now offering 2 months FREE rent! Limited availability. Contact us for details. ; Now offering 2 months FREE rent! Limited avai
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Yardley Apartments

122 Parsons AveColumbus, OH 43215
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Jaeger Square
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$1,195 - $10,010Special Offer
1 Month Free Move in by 8/25 and get 2 months free on Premium 2 Bedroom units! Move in by 9/25 and get 1 month free - Limited spots availabl
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Jaeger Square

850 Jaeger StColumbus, OH 43206
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Discover Columbus, OH, a city of attractive urban vitality and affordable living. Get the insider scoop on nightlife, arts, parks, and low rental prices from a local expert.

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Makley Place
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$1,275 - $2,810Special Offer
Specials Summer Special! Call today to schedule your personalized tour to find out how you can receive up to 2 months rent free! - LIMITED A
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Makley Place

210 W 5th AveColumbus, OH 43201
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Library Park
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$957 - $4,626Special Offer
Specials Limited Time Only! ; Move in by 6/30 and receive 1 month free on all floorplans!* Act Quickly! Next 5 Applications for Select Studi
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Library Park

50 S Grant AveColumbus, OH 43215
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Valencia on High
Rent Specials
$1,375Special Offer
Discounts Lock in your perfect apartment before the Fall season, pre-lease for September-October Move-In on any upcoming apartments and get
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Valencia on High

1051 N High StColumbus, OH 43201
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Harlow on Main
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$999 - $1,299Special Offer
Specials SUMMER SAVINGS ARE HERE! Receive up to 1 MONTH FREE RENT plus special reduced rates on select units. Contact us for details!
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Harlow on Main

195 E Main StColumbus, OH 43215
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River House
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$1,447 - $4,912Special Offer
Discounts Tour today, apply within 48 hours, and we’ll waive your application and admin fees! Plus, enjoy a $300 rent credit on select homes
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River House

891 Ingleside AveColumbus, OH 43215
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Aston Place
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$1,875 - $3,807Special Offer
1 Month Free Apply within 48 hours of your tour and move in by 8/10 to receive One Month Free Rent! ??
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Aston Place

111 W 3rd AveColumbus, OH 43201
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Columbus's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about Columbus and the best places to live with original content written by our Columbus, OH Local Expert Kim Mooneyham

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The Benjamin
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$1,249 - $1,626Special Offer
2 Months Free Now offering 2 months of FREE rent! Contact us for details.
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The Benjamin

530 W Town StColumbus, OH 43215
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Tivoli Apartments
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$1,155 - $1,395
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$1,155 - $1,395
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$1,155 - $1,395
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Specials A den makes all the difference! Check out our one-bedroom apartments with a den. Call the leasing office for more details and our s
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Tivoli Apartments

412 Thurber Dr WColumbus, OH 43215
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80 on the Commons
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$1,135 - $7,990Special Offer
Specials Immediate and Summer move ins available! Ask us about our 6-15 month lease options!*
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80 on the Commons

80 E Rich StColumbus, OH 43215
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Village West
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$1,210 - $1,520Special Offer
Specials **Special Disclaimer** ; Specials are offered for a limited time only and while supplies last. Only one discount can be claimed per
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Village West

884 Thurber Dr WColumbus, OH 43215
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The Julian
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$1,454 - $3,724
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$1,454 - $3,724
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$1,454 - $3,724
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Specials Move into your new home today and take advantage of our limited-time special! Receive 2 months of FREE rent on select homes! -- *Re
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The Julian

272 S Front StColumbus, OH 43215
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414-416 E Whittier St
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$2,800Special Offer
Specials Newly remodeled unit in the heart of German Village. Very spacious and you'll love the location. Beautiful kitchens-Hardwood Floors
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414-416 E Whittier St

414-416 E Whittier StColumbus, OH 43206
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Downtown Columbus, Columbus, OH Local Guide

Top Columbus Apartments in the Downtown Columbus Area with Move-In Specials Ending Soon

Specials updated: 08-02-2026

Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top Downtown Columbus, OH apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!

Trotters Park

August availability going fast! Schedule your tour today!Expires 08-02-2026

The Benjamin

Now offering 2 months of FREE rent! Contact us for details.Expires 08-02-2026

4th & 5th

TWO Months Free!Expires 08-02-2026

Jaeger Square

Move in by 8/25 and get 2 months free on Premium 2 Bedroom units! Move in by 9/25 and get 1 month free - Limited spots available!* ; *Restrictions apply, call our office for details. Must move into select premium 2-bedroom units to receive 2 months free.Expires 08-02-2026

Westrich

Get 2 months FREE on a 14-month lease + $500 if you apply within the first 48 hours of your tour! *Terms & conditions apply.Expires 08-02-2026

Normandy Columbus

*Restrictions apply, call our office for detailsExpires 08-02-2026

Green|House Short North

For a limited-time - get up to 2.5 months free! Call for details! *Restrictions applyExpires 08-02-2026

Yardley Apartments

Now offering 2 months FREE rent! Limited availability. Contact us for details. ; Now offering 2 months FREE rent! Limited availability. Contact us for details.Expires 08-02-2026

One at the Peninsula

Limited -Time Offer! Sign a 14–15-month lease today and receive 2 months' rent free on any home! Restrictions apply, call for more details.Expires 08-02-2026

Crossline

Huge 2 Bedroom Savings Lease today and receive 3 months free on any available 2-bedroom Schedule your tour today to lock in this deal *Restrictions ApplyExpires 08-02-2026

Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in Downtown Columbus, OH

Specials updated: 08-02-2026

Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Downtown Columbus, OH. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.

The Jeffrey and Metal Works

Preferred Employers INQUIRE WITHIN!Expires 10-15-2026

Alexandria Colony

Come visit Alexandria Colony today and see why this private community in central Columbus could be your new home! Alexandria Colony is not just an apartment community; it's a neighborhood. We listen to our residents' Our attentive staff will make you feel right at home from the very start. Even during these trying times Alexandria Colony keeps their costs low so they can pass on that savings to their residents. The maintenance staff manages all repairs in a timely manner for the worry-free lifestyle you're looking for. We accept most pets, and this makes our pet lover residents very happy. No car? No problem; we're on the COTA Bus line, so we're also a great deal for students. Our floor plans are roommate friendly, also. Our green spaces and great amenities also make Alexandria Colony a great place and a great value. Our residents love our sparkling swimming pool. But occasionally, people do like to venture out. Goodale Park and Wheeler Park are steps from your home. Our little neigExpires 08-23-2026

223 E Town

Move in now and receive up to 1 month FREE on select units! Call today to schedule your tour before this special ends!Expires 08-09-2026

Valencia on High

Lock in your perfect apartment before the Fall season, pre-lease for September-October Move-In on any upcoming apartments and get $500 off first months rent + 6 Months of Garage Parking FREE!Expires 08-31-2026

The Pierce

Lock in your perfect apartment for Fall Move-In. Get $500 off First Month Rent + 6 Months of FREE Garage Parking when you pre-lease any upcoming unit for September-October move in!Expires 08-31-2026

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Frequently Asked Questions about Rent Specials Downtown Columbus Apartments

What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in Downtown Columbus?

Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Downtown Columbus is at The Gaetz listed at $899.

How much is the average rent for a Rent Specials Downtown Columbus Apartment?

The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Downtown Columbus is $2,259.

What is the largest Rent Specials Downtown Columbus Apartment for rent?

Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Columbus is a 3,310 square feet unit starting from $2,800 at 414-416 E Whittier St.

What is the average size for Downtown Columbus Rent Specials Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Downtown Columbus is currently at 600 sq ft.

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