
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Central Columbus Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $500 (109 Rentals) Page 2 of 3
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Stella

1906-1908-1908 Cleveland Ave

Cassady Village Apartments

1652 E 25th Ave

The Diehl

898-900-900 E 13th Ave

791-793-793 E Starr Ave

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1688 E Broad St, Unit # 2

920 E 17th Ave
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The Sage at Jeffrey Park

Ogden Apartments

1460 Grant

The Patent at Jeffrey Park

1237-1239-1239 Atcheson St

1084 E 20th Ave, Unit 1086

The University Commons

1582 Vendome Dr S

369-373 E 12th Ave

The Latitude Apartments
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2582 Dresden St

1186-1188 E 20th Ave Columbus, OH 43211

Hotel St Clair Apartments

1911-1913 Denune Ave

1050 Republic Ave

2654 Avalon Pl

Clifton Woods

Rosewind Estates

374 E 13th Ave

1573-1579 Cordell Ave
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1629 Lexington Ave

1341 E Long St

1048 Republic Ave

61-67 N 21st St

Legacy Pointe at Poindexter Apartments

1653 Minnesota Ave

1205 E 23rd Ave

Brentnell Terrace

620 - GOVERNORS TERRACE, LLC

2228 Minnesota Ave
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Grant Park

3091 E 13th Ave

1221 E 20th Ave

2386 Pontiac St

1044 E 16th Ave

2299 Hamilton Ave

1044-1046 E Long St

Trolley Park

Norwich Court Apartments

898 E 13th Ave
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North Central Columbus, Columbus, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Central Columbus?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Central Columbus Studio Apartments | $1,144 | $920 | $2,226 |
| North Central Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,431 | $750 | $4,241 |
| North Central Columbus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,536 | $850 | $4,000 |
| North Central Columbus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,874 | $1,195 | $4,426 |
| North Central Columbus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,256 | $1,850 | $2,939 |
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There are currently 109 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the North Central Columbus Neighborhood of Columbus, OH.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Central Columbus Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in North Central Columbus?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in North Central Columbus is under $1,020.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Central Columbus?
The cheapest apartment in North Central Columbus is Clifton Woods Apartments which is listed at $825, while the average apartment in North Central Columbus costs $4,321.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in North Central Columbus?
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 28 regular apartments in North Central Columbus 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 North Central Columbus?
Cheap apartments in North Central Columbus have an average cost of $221 which is $4,100 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North Central Columbus.
Expert Rental Resources
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

Where to Rent in Columbus: Mapping Major Employers to Affordable Neighborhoods
Written by: Kim Mooneyham
Ask Columbus workers where they live, and you’ll hear the same neighborhood names: University District, Clintonville, Near East Side, North Columbus, and West Columbus.

Welcome to Columbus: An Insider's Guide to Ohios Best-Kept Secret
Written by: Kim Mooneyham
Visitors to Columbus, OH, won't admit it at first, but they secretly expect this Midwestern capital to resemble a sprawling version of Mayberry from the old Andy Griffith show. I'm serious.

The Ultimate Local Expert's Guide To Top Columbus, OH Neighborhoods for College and University Student Renters
Written by: Kim Mooneyham
Columbus, OH, artfully blends a laid-back Midwest personality with the excitement of urban living and the spirited atmosphere of student life.

The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Columbus, OH
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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.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
Written by: Robin Stewart
There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.