Cheap 3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Mount Vernon Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $1,189 (35 Rentals)

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Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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Rosewind Estates
3 Bedroom Apartments

Rosewind Estates

1400 Brooks AveColumbus, OH 43211
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65 E 18th Ave
3 Bedroom Apartments

65 E 18th Ave

65 E 18th AveColumbus, OH 43201
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1381 Indianola Ave
3 Bedroom Apartments

1381 Indianola Ave

1379-1381 Indianola AveColumbus, OH 43201

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

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127 E 13th Ave
3 Bedroom Apartments

127 E 13th Ave

127 E 13th AveColumbus, OH 43201
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31 E 18th Ave
3 Bedroom Apartments

31 E 18th Ave

31 E 18th AveColumbus, OH 43201
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54 E 13th Ave
3 Bedroom Apartments

54 E 13th Ave

54 E 13th AveColumbus, OH 43201
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The Summit
3 Bedroom Apartments

The Summit

1895 Summit StColumbus, OH 43201
Student Housing
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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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414 E 12th Ave
3 Bedroom Apartments

414 E 12th Ave

414 E 12th AveColumbus, OH 43201
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69 E 14th Ave
3 Bedroom Apartments

69 E 14th Ave

69 E 14th AveColumbus, OH 43201

Mount Vernon, Columbus, OH Local Guide

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mount Vernon Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Mount Vernon?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Mount Vernon is under $869.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mount Vernon?

The cheapest apartment in Mount Vernon is Lumen on Ninth which is listed at $929, while the average apartment in Mount Vernon costs $4,500.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Mount Vernon?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 179 regular apartments in Mount Vernon that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Mount Vernon?

Cheap apartments in Mount Vernon have an average cost of $363 which is $4,137 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mount Vernon.

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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