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North Central Columbus, Columbus, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available North Central Columbus Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Central Columbus area of Columbus, OH is a 2 Beds unit found at Atcheson Place Lofts priced from $506. Clifton Woods Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable North Central Columbus apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Atcheson Place LoftsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$506
Clifton Woods Apartments1 BD 1 BA1BR,1BA$800
Long View2 BD 1 BA2BR,1BA$925
Eden at Bexley CrossingThe Cassady1BR,1BA$949
Cassady Village Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$995
Flats on East GayStudioStudio,1BA$1,025
Legacy Pointe at Poindexter ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,033
The Patent at Jeffrey ParkThe Patent-0AStudio,1BA$1,044
45 Governors Pl1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Central Columbus, OH

As of August 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Central Columbus area is the $1.15 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at 414 E 12th Ave in the in the North Central Columbus neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value North Central Columbus apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Bexley House starting at $1,575 with a $1.49 price per square foot in the East Columbus neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Central Columbus apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
414 E 12th Ave3 Bedroom3BR,2.5BA$1.15
Bexley House2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.49
352 E 20th Ave, Unit 352.5 E 20th Avenue352 E 20th Ave2BR,1BA$1.20
Atcheson Place LoftsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.53
Cassady Village Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.19
358 Saint Clair Ave, Unit B358 Saint Clair Ave1BR,1BA$1.45
918 Rarig Ave, Unit A918 Rarig Ave2BR,1BA$1.15
2519 Parkwood Ave, Unit 25192519 Parkwood Ave2BR,1BA$1.39
Grant Commons1-Bed Flat1BR,1BA$1.46
Long View2 BD 1 BA - Renovated Unit2BR,1BA$1.50

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Frequently Asked Questions about North Central Columbus

What type of rentals are currently available in North Central Columbus?

There are currently 358 Apartments for Rent in North Central Columbus, OH with pricing that ranges from $800 to $4,522. There are also 87 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in North Central Columbus ranging from $850 to $5,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in North Central Columbus?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in North Central Columbus ranges from $850 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,495.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in North Central Columbus?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in North Central Columbus range from $1,195 to $2,395, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,050 to $5,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,495 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,950.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Columbus, OH

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