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115 E 5th AveColumbus, OH 43201
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114 E 5th AveColumbus, OH 43201
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726 N High StColumbus, OH 43215
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1131 N High StColumbus, OH 43201
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30 W 1st AveColumbus, OH 43201
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423-237 N Front StColumbus, OH 43215
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87 E 4th Ave, Unit E
87 E 4th AveColumbus, OH 43201
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842 N High StColumbus, OH 43215
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21 W 2nd AveColumbus, OH 43201
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1051 N High StColumbus, OH 43201
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692 N High StColumbus, OH 43215
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The Jerome
1025 Dennison AveColumbus, OH 43201
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985 N High StColumbus, OH 43201
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205 Vine StColumbus, OH 43215
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138 Sommerfeld PlColumbus, OH 43201
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14-20 E Hubbard AveColumbus, OH 43215
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9 Buttles AveColumbus, OH 43215
854 N High St
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1114 N High St
1114 N High StColumbus, OH 43201
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90 W Starr Ave
90 W Starr AveColumbus, OH 43201
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Conley Hall
85 W 3rd AveColumbus, OH 43201
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Starr High Studios
989-993 N High StColumbus, OH 43201
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866 N Pearl StColumbus, OH 43215
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161 W Hubbard Ave
161 W Hubbard AveColumbus, OH 43215
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24-26 E 2nd AveColumbus, OH 43201
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641 N High St
641 N High StColumbus, OH 43215
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852 N High St
852 N High StColumbus, OH 43215
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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 | $1,386 | $1,050 | $3,262 |
| Short North 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,706 | $955 | $4,848 |
| Short North 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,614 | $1,200 | $6,460 |
| Short North 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,629 | $1,950 | $3,700 |
| Short North 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,575 | $3,100 | $4,200 |
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Cheapest Available Short North Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Short North area of Columbus, OH is a Studio unit found at Starr High Studios priced from $1,000. The Beeker has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,064. Here are the most affordable Short North apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starr High Studios | 201 | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| The Beeker | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,064 |
| The Residences at The Sutton | S4 | Studio,1BA | $1,171 |
| Green|House Short North | Aurora | Studio,1BA | $1,215 |
| Valencia on High | Madrid | 1BR,1BA | $1,230 |
| The Jerome | A.4 | Studio,1BA | $1,283 |
| New Village Homes & Whitney Young Townhomes | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| The Aubrey | The Dixie | 1BR,1BA | $1,344 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Short North, OH
As of March 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Short North area is the $1.94 price per square foot Two bedroom Model at Wood Co in the in the Downtown Columbus neighborhood starting from $2,645. The second greatest value Short North apartment is the 1BR/2.5BA Model at 40 West starting at $2,109 with a $1.58 price per square foot in the Downtown Columbus neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Short North apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Wood Co | Two bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.94 |
| 40 West | 1BR/2.5BA | 1BR,2.5BA | $1.58 |
| The Dennison | Dennison - 208 | 2BR,2BA | $1.98 |
| 1104 1/2 N High St, Unit D | 1104 1/2 N High St | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| The Hub | Deco | 2BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| 726 N High St | 726 N High St | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| 87 E 4th Ave, Unit E | 87 E 4th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Fireproof | 208 / 308 / 408 | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| New Village Homes & Whitney Young Townhomes | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| The Beeker | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Short North Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Short North?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Short North is under $1,344.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Short North?
The cheapest apartment in Short North is Starr High Studios which is listed at $1,200, while the average apartment in Short North costs $3,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Short North?
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 3 regular apartments in Short North 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 Short North?
Cheap apartments in Short North have an average cost of $237 which is $3,263 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Short North.
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