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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
1114 N High StStudioStudio,1BA$525
Broadway Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$700
CharwaldeStudio1BR,1BA$775

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Columbus, OH

As of June 25, 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 One Bed Model at One Short North starting at $1,100 with a $0.73 price per square foot in the Downtown Columbus 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
One Short NorthOne Bed1BR,1BA$0.73
188 W 2nd Ave, Unit 188188 W 2nd Ave2BR,1BA$1.25
The Abigail2B1B - Custom Lx22BR,1BA$1.08
Gordon House1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.07
Coves at Columbus on Eaton and Miner Avenueff2x1b2BR,1BA$1.31
TivoliThe Thurber1BR,1BA$1.43
Broadway Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.17
CharwaldeStudioStudio ,1BA$1.29
Nazareth Towers-62 & OlderStudioStudio ,1BA$0.67

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Columbus

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Columbus?

There are currently 521 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Columbus, OH with pricing that ranges from $300 to $7,425. There are also 87 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Columbus ranging from $850 to $9,500.

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 $850 to $9,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,486.

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 $7,425, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,275 to $8,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,990 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,695.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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