
Apartments for Rent in the South Columbus Neighborhood of Columbus, OH (300 Rentals)


Columbus Park Apartments

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The Barrett

College Park

Millstone Lakes Apartments

Haven's Edge

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365 Frebis Ave

Chatham Village

Ashley Village

Indian Mound
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The Lofton

835 E Mithoff St

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Timbercreek

Water's Edge Apartments

Capital Pointe - Woodview

Madison Grove Townhomes

SkyView

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Aries Court

Mason Run

Winchester Oaks
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Columbus Renaissance Housing I

Jenkins Lofts

Courtyards of Kimberly

Heather Glen Townhomes

Winchester Bend

West Of Eastland

Camellia Court

1241 Bruck St, Unit 1239

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187 Currier Dr, Unit D

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364 E Mithoff St, Unit 364 East Mithoff
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888 City Park Ave, Unit Upper

4151 Crosspointe Dr

3011 Markham Rd, Unit D

3411 Clarkston Ave

1288 Oakwood Ave

362 E Markison Ave

1098 Miller Ave

998 E Whittier St

1549 S High St

43 W Markison Ave
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926 City Park Ave

444 E Woodrow Ave

530 Hanford St

266 E Jenkins Ave, Unit 266

3631 Cushing Dr, Unit B

324 Harland Dr

2650 Patrick Henry Ave

1659 Coburg Rd

2998 Remington Ridge Rd

3710 Amwell Rd W
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South Columbus, Columbus, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Columbus?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Columbus Studio Apartments | $796 | $695 | $1,130 |
| South Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,110 | $625 | $1,879 |
| South Columbus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,292 | $665 | $3,004 |
| South Columbus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,575 | $1,025 | $3,025 |
| South Columbus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,057 | $1,499 | $4,502 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in South Columbus?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $1,435 | $899 | $2,295 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $2,058 | $1,230 | $5,000 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $2,232 | $1,745 | $2,850 |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $2,300 | $2,300 | $2,300 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Columbus, Columbus, OH
Ranked #184
Among cities in Ohio for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about South Columbus
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the South Columbus area of Columbus, OH?
As of today, September 04, 2026, there are currently 300 available South Columbus apartments priced from $625 to $4,502, with an average monthly rent of $1,307.
How much are Studio apartments in South Columbus?
There are currently 43 Studio Apartments in South Columbus with rent ranges from $695 to $1,130 with an average price of $796.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom South Columbus Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in South Columbus ranges from $625 to $1,879 with an average monthly rent of $1,110.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in South Columbus cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in South Columbus range from $665 to $3,004. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,292.
How expensive are South Columbus Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 48 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in South Columbus on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,025 to $3,025 - averaging $1,575 for the location.
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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.

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