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$1,215 - $4,091Special Offer
Specials 2 bedrooms now starting at $1,999! Get up to 2.5 months free on 1 and 2 bedrooms!
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Green|House Short North
21 W 2nd AveColumbus, OH 43201
Apartments for Rent with Specials in the Downtown Columbus Neighborhood of Columbus, OH (56 Rentals)
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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$1,025 - $4,914Special Offer
Specials Limited -Time Offer! Sign a 12–15-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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$1,199 - $2,319Special Offer
Specials 3 MONTHS FREE on select units!!! Call today to schedule your tour!!!
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223 E Town
223 E Town StColumbus, OH 43215
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$1,050 - $3,180Special Offer
Specials 1-month rent concession & 12-months free parking for move-ins within the next 30 days!
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Continental Tower
150 E Gay StColumbus, OH 43215
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$1,039 - $2,299Special Offer
Specials Two and a Half to Three Months Free Rent on Select Apartment Styles ! Whether you're looking to move now or later, we have great op
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Stella
1101 Lusso AveColumbus, OH 43201
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$1,134 - $2,900Special Offer
Specials Call or apply today before this huge offer ends!
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Lusso
370 Carmelina AveColumbus, OH 43201
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$1,018 - $8,644Special Offer
Discounts Exceptional Living, Exceptional Savings | Enjoy up to $7,500 off select homes when you move in by March 25!* |*Restrictions apply,
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Jaeger Square
850 Jaeger StColumbus, OH 43206
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$1,053 - $3,795Special Offer
Specials Limited-Time Move-In Special! -- Apply within 48 hours and move in by March 15 to receive 2 Months FREE. -- Moving in between March
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4th & 5th
1206 N 4th StColumbus, OH 43201
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$1,160 - $4,075Special Offer
Specials Limited Time Savings! Lock in special discounted pricing through 1/31/2026 with a 15-month lease! 1 Bedrooms starting @ $1,160 and
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The Pembroke
195 E BroadColumbus, OH 43215
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$1,254 - $2,115Special Offer
2 Months Free Fall in LOVE with our move-in specials! 2 MONTHS FREE on all available floorplans. Apply within 48 hours of your tour and rece
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Crossline
300 E 5th AveColumbus, OH 43201
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$1,395 - $1,980Special Offer
Specials 2 Months' Rent Free! Call today to schedule your personalized tour!
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Makley Place
210 W 5th AveColumbus, OH 43201
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$890 - $5,323Special Offer
Specials Move in by 2/15 and receive 2 months FREE!* -- Move in by 4/10 and receive 1 month FREE!* -- *Restrictions apply
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Library Park
50 S Grant AveColumbus, OH 43215
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$999 - $1,299Special Offer
Specials Move-in by January 31st and get February's rent for free! On leases 12-months +.
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Harlow on Main
195 E Main StColumbus, OH 43215
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$1,115 - $1,550Special 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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$1,065 - $2,790Special Offer
Specials Get up to 3 mos FREE on select apts with a move-in by 2/28/26! *Offer subject to change. Some restrictions apply. Contact office fo
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Industry Columbus Apartments
230 E Long StColumbus, OH 43215
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$1,025 - $2,080Special Offer
2 Months Free Fall in love with your new home and get up to 2 months free rent. Call our leasing office today! *Conditions apply.
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Xander on State
265 E State StColumbus, OH 43215
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$1,025 - $1,905Special Offer
2 Months Free Fall in love with our special pricing and up to two months of free rent! Call our leasing office today for details! *Condition
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High and Cherry
255 S High StColumbus, OH 43215
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$1,095 - $2,650Special Offer
2 Months Free Move in by 1/31 and receive up to 2 months free rent! Ask your leasing consultant for more details!
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Yardley Apartments
122 Parsons AveColumbus, OH 43215
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$1,218 - $2,100Special Offer
1 Month Free CHOOSE YOUR PROMO! Get Two Months Rent Free on Select One-Bedroom Units until the end of January when you sign an 18-month leas
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The Pierce
321 E Capital StColumbus, OH 43215
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$1,106 - $4,742Special Offer
Specials Limited Time Savings: Now offering exclusive reduced rates through January 31, 2026. 1 bedrooms starting at $1274, 2 bedrooms start
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The Nicholas
12 W Gay StColumbus, OH 43215
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$1,695 - $6,460Special Offer
1 Month Free Receive One Month Free. Contact Us For Details.
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Hubbard Park Place
797 N Wall StColumbus, OH 43215
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$1,632 - $3,774Special Offer
2 Months Free For a limited-time, get 2 1/2 months free and move in by 1/31 to get a $500 gift card. Restrictions apply. Schedule a tour to
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LeVeque Tower
50 W Broad StColumbus, OH 43215
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$1,454 - $2,459Special Offer
Specials Apply for select apartment homes at The Julian and receive 1 month of free rent! Contact the leasing office for additional details!
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The Julian
272 S Front StColumbus, OH 43215
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$1,199 - $1,850Special Offer
Specials Call today to learn about Market Mohawk's $1,000 rent credit or Washington Place's $500 rent credit! *Restrictions apply. Must move
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Market Mohawk Apartments
399 S Grant AveColumbus, OH 43215
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$995 - $2,495Special Offer
2 Months Free REVEL IN 8 WEEKS FREE ON ALL FLOORPLANS! UP TO 12 WEEKS FREE ON SELECT UNITS IF MOVE IN BEFORE DEC 31, 2025! UNITS AVAILABLE F
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Liberty Place Apartments
250 Liberty StColumbus, OH 43215
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$1,204 - $2,311Special Offer
Specials Enjoy 6 Weeks FREE Rent + 3 Months of FREE Parking when you apply within 48 hours of your tour and move in by March 15.
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The Patent at Jeffrey Park
301 Dickenson StColumbus, OH 43215
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$1,289 - $1,912Special Offer
Specials NEW rental rates! Secure your new home for 2026 before they're gone!
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ELEVATE 340
340 E Fulton StColumbus, OH 43215
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$2,037 - $7,400Special Offer
Specials Limited Time Savings: Lock in special discounted pricing through 2/28/2026 with a 15-month lease! 1 Bedrooms starting at $2,037, 2
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Preston Centre
155 E Broad StColumbus, OH 43215
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$1,146 - $6,952Special Offer
Specials Move into a Two Bedroom by 2/13 and receive 1 Month Free on a 12+ Lease!* *Restricitons apply
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Normandy Columbus
315 E Long StColumbus, OH 43215
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$1,399 - $3,048Special Offer
Specials Up to 8 WEEKS FREE on Select Units! Contact us for details and to schedule a tour today!
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Founders Park
555 W 5th AveColumbus, OH 43201
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$1,359 - $3,629Special Offer
Specials Apply Now For Waived App & Admin Fees *Must apply within 24 hours of initial visit.*
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River House
891 Ingleside AveColumbus, OH 43215
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$999 - $2,965Special Offer
1 Month Free Move-in by 1/31 and receive 6 weeks of rent FREE!*
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The Jerome
1025 Dennison AveColumbus, OH 43201
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$1,151 - $2,820Special Offer
2 Months Free Move in by 2/15 to receive 2 months free! Apply within 24 hours to receive a $99 deposit!*
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Trotters Park
720 Michigan AveColumbus, OH 43215
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$1,695 - $2,783Special Offer
Discounts Reduced rates on select apartment homes, plus $1,000 off when you move in from 01/27-02/27!
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Harrison Park Apartments
565 W 1st AveColumbus, OH 43215
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$1,451 - $4,179Special Offer
1 Month Free Limited Time Only: Move in by 1/30 and receive 6 weeks of FREE rent!*
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Aston Place
111 W 3rd AveColumbus, OH 43201
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$1,150 - $1,685Special Offer
Specials Up to 1 Month Free!
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The Aubrey
114 E 5th AveColumbus, OH 43201
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$1,113 - $1,550Special Offer
1 Month Free CHOOSE YOUR PROMO! Get One month Rent Free with a 13-month term lease OR Two months Rent Free with an 18-month term lease when
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Valencia on High
1051 N High StColumbus, OH 43201
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$1,305 - $1,590Special Offer
1 Month Free Move in in January for 1 month free!
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The Benjamin
530 W Town StColumbus, OH 43215
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$1,325 - $1,985Special Offer
Specials $1,000 off 1 bedroom and $1,500 off 2 bedrooms. Call today for more info!
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New Village Homes & Whitney Young Townhomes
138 Sommerfeld PlColumbus, OH 43201
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$1,145 - $1,395Special Offer
Specials Tour today and earn a $1,000 rent credit! *Restrictions apply. Must move-in by 2/28. Contact the leasing office for more details.
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Tivoli Apartments
412 Thurber Dr WColumbus, OH 43215
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$1,650 - $2,500Special Offer
Specials Get Parking Included if you Apply Today!
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Ohio Furniture Bldg
139 E Main StColumbus, OH 43215
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$1,164 - $4,177Special Offer
Specials Move in by 2/28 and receive two months FREE!* -- Move in by 3/31 and receive one month FREE!* -- *Restrictions apply
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The Residences at The Sutton
30 W 1st AveColumbus, OH 43201
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$1,199 - $1,799Special Offer
2 Months Free EXECUTE YOUR LEASE IN 48 FROM TOUR AND GET A BONUS PROMOTION OF A $500 VISA GIFT CARD!!
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The Standard @ 174 E Long Street
174 E Long StColumbus, OH 43215
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$899 - $1,450Special Offer
1 Month Free $99 Security Deposit
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The Gaetz
39-47 W Long StColumbus, OH 43215
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$1,057 - $8,100Special Offer
Specials Apply and move into a 2 bedroom by 2/28 and receive one month rent free!*
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Station 324
324 E 2nd AveColumbus, OH 43201
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$1,394 - $3,004Special Offer
Specials Apply for select apartment homes at The Barrett and receive 2 months of free rent! Contact the leasing office for additional detail
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The Barrett
345 E Deshler AveColumbus, OH 43206
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$1,210 - $1,475Special Offer
Specials Specials are offered for a limited time only and while supplies last. Only one discount can be claimed per Lease. Homestead America
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Village West
884 Thurber Dr WColumbus, OH 43215
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$650 - $2,070Special Offer
Specials Apply within 48 hours of a tour and move in today to receive 1 month FREE + a $300 GIFT CARD!*
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The Abigail
369 E Gay StColumbus, OH 43215
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$944 - $1,035Special Offer
Discounts Call today and ask about our $500 Rent Credit! *Restrictions apply. Must move in by 2/28. Contact the leasing office for more deta
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Washington Place Apartments
518 E Town StColumbus, OH 43215
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$785Special Offer
Discounts Deposit $392 Plus $100 off first two months rent.
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74 E Engler St
74 E Engler StColumbus, OH 43215
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 | $1,219 | $300 | $2,612 |
| Downtown Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,590 | $300 | $3,944 |
| Downtown Columbus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,238 | $300 | $8,100 |
| Downtown Columbus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,950 | $650 | $8,644 |
| Downtown Columbus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,432 | $1,995 | $3,870 |
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Top Columbus Apartments in the Downtown Columbus Area with Move-In Specials Ending Soon
Specials updated: 01-31-2026Take 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!
Coves at Columbus on Eaton and Miner Avenue
Get up to 1 Months Free and Waived Move-In Fees on a 13 Month Lease!Expires 01-31-2026
Harlow on Main
Move-in by January 31st and get February's rent for free! On leases 12-months +.Expires 01-31-2026
The Benjamin
Move in in January for 1 month free!Expires 01-31-2026
Xander on State
Fall in love with your new home and get up to 2 months free rent. Call our leasing office today! *Conditions apply.Expires 02-01-2026
Station 324
Apply and move into a 2 bedroom by 2/28 and receive one month rent free!*Expires 02-01-2026
Industry Columbus Apartments
Get up to 3 mos FREE on select apts with a move-in by 2/28/26! *Offer subject to change. Some restrictions apply. Contact office for detailExpires 02-01-2026
River House
Apply Now For Waived App & Admin Fees *Must apply within 24 hours of initial visit.*Expires 02-01-2026
Library Park
Move in by 2/15 and receive 2 months FREE!* -- Move in by 4/10 and receive 1 month FREE!* -- *Restrictions applyExpires 02-01-2026
The Aubrey
Up to 1 Month Free!Expires 02-01-2026
Crossline
Fall in LOVE with our move-in specials! 2 MONTHS FREE on all available floorplans. Apply within 48 hours of your tour and receive a $1000 Giftcard! Restrictions apply. Call or Text Us Today for more details.Expires 02-01-2026
Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in Downtown Columbus, OH
Specials updated: 01-31-2026Here 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.
223 E Town
3 MONTHS FREE on select units!!! Call today to schedule your tour!!!Expires 02-28-2026
Hubbard Park Place
Receive One Month Free. Contact Us For Details.Expires 02-28-2026
Ohio Furniture Bldg
Get Parking Included if you Apply Today!Expires 03-31-2026
The Pierce
CHOOSE YOUR PROMO! Get Two Months Rent Free on Select One-Bedroom Units until the end of January when you sign an 18-month lease OR One Month Rent Free on a 13-month term lease. *Restrictions apply. New residents only. Based on approval. Lease must begin by February 15th, 2026.Expires 02-13-2026
Valencia on High
CHOOSE YOUR PROMO! Get One month Rent Free with a 13-month term lease OR Two months Rent Free with an 18-month term lease when you sign before the end of January! Email us today for more details and availability. *Restrictions apply. Offer valid for new residents only. Lease must begin by February 15th, 2026.Expires 02-13-2026
ELEVATE 340
NEW rental rates! Secure your new home for 2026 before they're gone!Expires 02-28-2026
Lusso
Call or apply today before this huge offer ends!Expires 02-01-2026
Foundry at Jeffrey Park
For a limited time, Foundry is offering $500.00 in savings when you move in by February 15, 2026.Expires 02-01-2026
The Sage at Jeffrey Park
Apply within 48 hours and move in by March 15 to receive 3 Months of FREE Parking.Expires 02-01-2026
The Patent at Jeffrey Park
Enjoy 6 Weeks FREE Rent + 3 Months of FREE Parking when you apply within 48 hours of your tour and move in by March 15.Expires 02-01-2026
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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 Abigail listed at $650.
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 $2,119.
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 610 sq ft.
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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.