Cheap Townhomes for Rent in Columbus, OH from $400 (63 Rentals)

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property at 2246 N 4th St

$465

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6 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Aug 5

2246 N 4th St

ColumbusOH43202
property at 1318 E 17th Ave

$950

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$950

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$950

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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1318 E 17th Ave

ColumbusOH43211
property at 2919 Bridgewalk St

$995

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$995

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$995

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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2919 Bridgewalk St

ColumbusOH43224

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property at 3069 McGuffey Rd

$1,000

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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3069 McGuffey Rd

ColumbusOH43224

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property at 362 E Markison Ave

$1,100

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$1,100

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$1,100

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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362 E Markison Ave

ColumbusOH43207
property at 1652 E 25th Ave

$1,200

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$1,200

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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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1652 E 25th Ave

ColumbusOH43219

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property at 495 Wyandotte Ave

$1,200

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$1,200

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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495 Wyandotte Ave

ColumbusOH43202
property at 1288 Oakwood Ave

$1,250

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$1,250

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$1,250

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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1288 Oakwood Ave

ColumbusOH43206
property at 2901 Bridgewalk St

$1,295

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$1,295

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3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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2901 Bridgewalk St

ColumbusOH43224
property at 2951 Columbus St

$1,295

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$1,295

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2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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2951 Columbus St

Grove CityOH43123

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property at 1578 Worthington Row Dr

$1,300

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2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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property at 1084 E 20th Ave

$1,300

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$1,300

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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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1084 E 20th Ave, Unit 1086

1084 E 20th Ave
ColumbusOH43211

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Frequently Asked Questions about Columbus

What type of rentals are currently available in Columbus?

There are currently 4791 Apartments for Rent in Columbus, OH with pricing that ranges from $300 to $16,319. There are also 1076 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Columbus ranging from $465 to $5,150.

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 $465 to $5,150 with an average monthly rent of $1,617.

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 $8,409, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $950 to $5,150. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $745.

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