
Homes for Rent in the Mount Vernon Neighborhood of Columbus, OH Under $2,000 (136 Rentals)


68 E Hubbard Ave

277 S Champion Ave

25 N 21st St

302 E 13th Ave

304 E 13th Ave

1641 Summit Street

258 Allen Ave

674 Mohawk

141 E 4th Ave, Unit 143
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324 E 20th Ave

269 E 13th Ave

510 Elsmere St

512 Elsmere St

115 W 2nd Ave

1639 Summit St

1596 N 4th St

814 Kelton Ave

1117 Franklin Ave

1297 N 5th St
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1299 N 5th St

1427 Grogan Ave

549 Fairwood Ave, Unit 549

1437 E 19th Ave

1084 E 20th Ave, Unit 1086

1155 E 18th Ave

420 E 16th Ave

352 1/2 E 20th Ave, Unit 352.5

47 Parsons Ave

530 Lilley Ave, Unit 530 Lilley Ave
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640 S Champion Ave

1709 Summit St, Unit 1709 summit street

296 S Ohio Ave

1711 Summit St, Unit c

95 W 1st Ave, Unit 5

466 N Garfield Ave, Unit 466

813 Wilson Ave, Unit 1

815 Wilson Ave

1455 E Mound St

90 E 8th Ave, Unit 2
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879 Oak St, Unit 879 2

463 Elsmere St

300 Johnson St

1286 Indianola Ave

1268 Courtland Ave

150 E Main St, Unit Apartment 601

90 E 8th Ave

282 S Ohio Ave

106 N High St, Unit 101

1096 Oak St
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Mount Vernon?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Vernon 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,904 | $900 | $5,500 |
| Mount Vernon 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,829 | $1,150 | $4,500 |
| Mount Vernon 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,301 | $1,725 | $3,300 |
| Mount Vernon 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,560 | $2,000 | $3,700 |
| Mount Vernon 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,785 | $1,999 | $5,700 |
| Mount Vernon 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,437 | $3,000 | $6,500 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Mount Vernon?
There are currently 1335 Apartments for Rent in Mount Vernon, OH with pricing that ranges from $300 to $7,567. There are also 215 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mount Vernon ranging from $700 to $6,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Mount Vernon?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Mount Vernon ranges from $700 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,922.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Mount Vernon?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Mount Vernon range from $695 to $7,557, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,150 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,725 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $999.
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