Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Short North Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $800 (29 Rentals)

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999 N High St

ColumbusOH43201

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90 W Starr Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

90 W Starr Ave

90 W Starr AveColumbus, OH 43201
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Conley Hall
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Conley Hall

85 W 3rd AveColumbus, OH 43201
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The Prescott
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Prescott

866 N Pearl StColumbus, OH 43215
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161 W Hubbard Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

161 W Hubbard Ave

161 W Hubbard AveColumbus, OH 43215
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Dimora
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Dimora

24-26 E 2nd AveColumbus, OH 43201
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852 N High St
1 Bedroom Apartments

852 N High St

852 N High StColumbus, OH 43215
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Short North, Columbus, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available Short North Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Short North area of Columbus, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Park Royal Apartments priced from $955. One Short North has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here are the most affordable Short North apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Park Royal ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$955
One Short NorthOne Bed1BR,1BA$1,100
The BeekerStudioStudio,1BA$1,125
Arena CrossingBayStudio,1BA$1,209
Valencia on HighMadrid1BR,1BA$1,290
New Village Homes & Whitney Young TownhomesA11BR,1BA$1,325
Luxe 23The High1BR,1BA$1,390
The Diplomat1 bedroom, 1 bathroom1BR,1BA$1,395
985 HighGold1BR,1BA$1,440
Flats on VineNapa1BR,1BA$1,459

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Short North, OH

As of June 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Short North area is the $1.50 price per square foot Charleston Model at The Hub in the in the Downtown Columbus neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Short North apartment is the One Bed Model at One Short North starting at $1,100 with a $0.73 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The HubCharleston2BR,2.5BA$1.50
One Short NorthOne Bed1BR,1BA$0.73
985 HighDiamond2BR,2BA$1.88
40 WestPenthouse- 2 Bed2BR,2.5BA$1.62
Brunner Building2 bedroom/2 bath - Brunner 3092BR,2BA$2.11
The Sutton2X2.B2BR,2BA$1.99
The Diplomat1 bedroom, 1 bathroom1BR,1BA$1.41
New Village Homes & Whitney Young TownhomesA1BR,1BA$1.95
Park Royal ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.69
The BeekerStudioStudio ,1BA$2.10

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Short North, Columbus, OH

Ranked #59

Among neighborhoods in Columbus, OH for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across Ohio including Short North, Columbus, and the greater Columbus area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Short North Neighborhood in Columbus, OH

Walk Score®

96 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

91 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

55 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Short North Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Short North?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Short North is at The Beeker listed at $1,125.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Short North Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Short North Apartment is $955 at Park Royal Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Short North Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Short North is starting from $1,880 at Luxe 23.

What is the most affordable Short North Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Short North Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Two Twenty Vine and starts from $2,943.

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