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property at 1372 Neil Ave

$825 - $2,100

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1372 Neil Ave

ColumbusOH43201

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property at 2472 Agler Rd

$995

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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2472 Agler Rd

ColumbusOH43224

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property at 5058 Hibbs Dr

$1,095

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2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent

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5058 Hibbs Dr

ColumbusOH43220

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Columbus, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Columbus, OH

Pricing Updated: 04/28/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Columbus, OH area range in price from $300 to $26,404 with an overall median price of $3,284. The three Columbus neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are West Columbus at $799, Central Hilltop at $750, and Walnut Ridge at $550. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Columbus Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
West Columbus$1,087$7991
Central Hilltop$1,095$7508
Walnut Ridge$1,167$55022
Briggsdale$1,195$73913
Driving Park$1,200$75087
Eastmoor$1,226$55028
North Hilltop$1,275$9956
Woodland Holt$1,310$800101
Riverview$1,365$80554
Linden$1,425$89514

Cheapest Available Columbus Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Columbus, OH is a 2 Beds unit found at Nazareth Towers-62 & Older in the Discovery District neighborhood priced from $300. Belmont Apartments in the Discovery District neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $450. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Columbus apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Nazareth Towers-62 & OlderStudio2BR,1BA$300
Belmont ApartmentsStudent RoomStudio,1BA$450
The Enclave on Main3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$550
Hometeam PropertiesStudio - Multiple AvailableStudio,1BA$666
Alpine Village1 X 21BR,1BA$675
Abbey Lane1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$715
Star King ApartmentsStudio A (Mid)Studio,1BA$715
204 Souder Ave204G1BR,1BA$725
Pine Grove ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$725
Essington VillageStudioStudio,1BA$729

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbus, OH

As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Columbus area is the $0.83 price per square foot 5 Bed 2 Baths w Garage Model at 2136-2138 Summit St in the in the North East Columbus neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Columbus apartment is the 2 bed Model at Crosscreek Apartments and Townhomes starting at $995 with a $0.59 price per square foot in the Eastland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Columbus apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2136-2138 Summit St5 Bed 2 Baths w Garage1BR,1BA$0.83
Crosscreek Apartments and Townhomes2 bed2BR,1.5BA$0.59
1283 E Fulton St, Unit 1283 East Fulton Street1283 E Fulton St2BR,1BA$0.88
One Short NorthOne Bed1BR,1BA$0.80
OakTree VillageOak Tree - 3 Bed 1 Bath Garden3BR,1BA$0.77
Maple Valley ApartmentsWater/Sewer/Trash Included2BR,1BA$0.84
Chittenden Ave 34 UL2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$0.83
Altitude ColumbusD1 - 4x24BR,2BA$0.67
George's Creek Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$0.86
Nazareth Towers-62 & OlderStudioStudio ,1BA$0.67

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Great place to attend college and find a job afterward.

Frequently Asked Questions about Columbus

What type of rentals are currently available in Columbus?

There are currently 4782 Apartments for Rent in Columbus, OH with pricing that ranges from $300 to $27,826. There are also 1003 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Columbus ranging from $700 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 $700 to $9,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,348.

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 $550 to $11,409, 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 $1,395 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $730.

Expert Rental Resources

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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.

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Columbus, OH, artfully blends a laid-back Midwest personality with the excitement of urban living and the spirited atmosphere of student life.

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