Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Columbus Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $700 (36 Rentals)

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property at 451 E Town St

$1,095 - $1,295

1 Bedroom Rentals

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451 E Town St

ColumbusOH43215
property at 494 Forest St

$1,175

1 Bedroom Rentals

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494 Forest St

ColumbusOH43206

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property at 120 E Mound St

$1,300

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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120 E Mound St

ColumbusOH43215

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property at 65 S 5th St

$1,500

2 Bedroom Rentals

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65 S 5th St

ColumbusOH43215

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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
204 Souder Ave204F1BR,1BA$675
CharwaldeStudio1BR,1BA$775
74 E Engler St3CStudio,1BA$785
1114 N High StJr 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$825
620 E. Town Street Apartments1 BR - +$50 Water1BR,1BA$825
Broadway Apartments0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$840
Gordon HouseStudioStudio,1BA$850
Coves at Columbus on Eaton and Miner Avenueff1x11BR,1BA$875

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Columbus, OH

As of January 23, 2026 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 294 E Long 3rd floor Model at Lear Block starting at $1,900 with a $0.70 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
Lear Block294 E Long 3rd floor2BR,2BA$0.70
619 Oak St, Unit 619 A Oak Street619 Oak St2BR,1BA$0.89
65 S 5th St, Unit 65 S 5th Columbus Oh 2B65 S 5th St2BR,2BA$1.09
New Yorker2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$1.04
1210 Dennison Ave, Unit 12101210 Dennison Ave2BR,1BA$1.19
552 Bradley St, Unit duplex552 Bradley St2BR,1BA$1.04
726 N High St, Unit 726.5Unit2B726 N High St1BR,1BA$1.10
The Abigail2B1B - Custom Lx22BR,1BA$1.08
Nazareth Towers-62 & OlderStudioStudio ,1BA$0.67

Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Columbus

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Columbus?

There are currently 535 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Columbus, OH with pricing that ranges from $300 to $8,644. There are also 159 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Columbus ranging from $750 to $6,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Columbus?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Columbus ranges from $750 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,372.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Columbus?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Columbus range from $650 to $8,644, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $3,950. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,995.

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.

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Written by: Kim Mooneyham

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Written by: Lauren Harrington

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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.

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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.