
5 Bedroom Homes for Rent in Columbus, OH (46 Rentals)


3284 Retriever Rd

1427 E Deshler Ave

373 E 16th Ave, Unit House, Unit House

1008 Lambeth Dr, Unit W/OSauna, Unit W/OSauna

286 Taylor Ave, Unit SI ID1496096P

305-307-307 E 19th Ave, Unit 307

5201 Mehrman Way

438 S Ohio Ave
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1452 Summit St

2158 Indiana Ave

3510 Norwood St

2453 McGuffey Rd

196 W 8th Ave

93 W 9th Ave

381 Alden Ave

71 E Maynard Ave

171 W Patterson Ave
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23 E Blake Ave

1641 N 4th St

2015 Summit St

80 King Ave

1348 Summit St

175 E Northwood Ave

324 Buttles Ave

629 Dennison Ave

2027 N 4th St
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150 N 22nd St

356 E 20th Ave

1812 Pickering Dr

6041 Holywell Dr

4906 Bixby Ridge Dr E

8386 Marwithe Pl

5683 Dorrington St

6692 Rocky Ridge Dr

216 Deanscroft Dr
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1072 Broyles Xing

230 Deanscroft Dr

1044 Broyles Xing

1030 Broyles Xing

223 Deanscroft Dr

9076 Henley Ave

6170 Ravenhill Rd

5584 Morning St

1718 Strathshire Hall Pl
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Columbus?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,733 | $875 | $6,000 |
| Columbus 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,145 | $900 | $5,550 |
| Columbus 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,730 | $1,450 | $7,000 |
| Columbus 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,220 | $2,000 | $9,000 |
| Columbus 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,816 | $2,400 | $5,220 |
| Columbus 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,247 | $3,400 | $6,650 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Columbus
What type of rentals are currently available in Columbus?
There are currently 4820 Apartments for Rent in Columbus, OH with pricing that ranges from $300 to $21,956. There are also 1045 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Columbus ranging from $650 to $9,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Columbus?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Columbus ranges from $650 to $9,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,372.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Columbus?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Columbus range from $874 to $9,661, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $900 to $5,550. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,450 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $730.
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