
Apartments for Rent in the Short North Neighborhood of Columbus, OH (131 Rentals)


Two Twenty Vine

Green|House Short North

Hubbard Park Place

Arena Crossing

Luxe 23

The Aubrey

Valencia on High

The Beeker

985 High
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The Hub

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Fireproof

One Short North

692 N High St

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Brunner Building

Parkside On Pearl

40 West

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Greystone Court

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135 1/2 W 1st Ave, Unit 135 1/2 W. 1st Avenue

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135 W Hubbard Ave, Unit 135 W. Hubbard

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139 W 1st Ave

726 N High St

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135 W 1st Ave, Unit 135 W. 1st Avenue

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143 W 1st Ave, Unit 143

115 W 2nd Ave

970 N High St, Unit #201

1116 Mount Pleasant Ave, Unit 1116 Mount Pleasant
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95 W 1st Ave, Unit 5

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18 Buttles Ave, Unit SI ID1544273P

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18 Buttles Ave, Unit SI ID1544276P

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31 Lundy St, Unit SI ID1265641P

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33 Lundy St, Unit SI ID1265647P

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29 Lundy St, Unit SI ID1265622P

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29 Lundy St, Unit SI FL1-ID1265656P

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1180 N High St, Unit SI ID1265615P

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1180 N High St, Unit SI ID1265610P

767 N High St, Unit 209 209
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772 N High St

182 W 1st Ave

970 N High St

18 Buttles Ave

82 Price Ave

26 E 2nd Ave

35 Lundy St

49 Price Ave

88-90-90 E 4th Ave

854 N High St
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Short North, Columbus, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Short North?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Short North Studio Apartments | $1,333 | $975 | $2,159 |
| Short North 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,656 | $1,075 | $3,731 |
| Short North 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,473 | $1,200 | $6,995 |
| Short North 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,845 | $1,299 | $6,995 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Short North?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $2,387 | $1,595 | $5,500 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $2,922 | $1,995 | $3,850 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $3,070 | $3,070 | $3,070 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleShort North, Columbus, OH
Ranked #102
Among cities in Ohio for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.5Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Short North
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Short North area of Columbus, OH?
As of today, September 12, 2026, there are currently 131 available Short North apartments priced from $975 to $6,995, with an average monthly rent of $2,060.
How much are Studio apartments in Short North?
There are currently 39 Studio Apartments in Short North with rent ranges from $975 to $2,159 with an average price of $1,333.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Short North Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Short North ranges from $1,075 to $3,731 with an average monthly rent of $1,656.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Short North cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Short North range from $1,200 to $6,995. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,473.
How expensive are Short North Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 8 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Short North on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,299 to $6,995 - averaging $3,845 for the location.
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