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property at 57 Smith Pl

$1,175 - $1,850

1 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

57 Smith Pl

ColumbusOH43201

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property at 2355 N High St

$1,195 - $1,695

1 Bedroom Rentals

Available Jul 23, 2026

2355 N High St

ColumbusOH43202

Columbus's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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University District, Columbus, OH Local Guide

Largest Available University District 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the University District area of Columbus, OH is found at The Day Companies - Short North and is listed at 1,923 square feet priced from $2,990. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Day Companies - Short North28 W 5th Ave1,923 Sq Ft$2,990
Smith and HighSmith and High Lofts1,010 Sq Ft$1,495
245 E 13th Ave1 Bedroom with Office800 Sq Ft$1,200
Makley PlaceMartini763 Sq Ft$1,795
Statehouse Highline on 9th1BR/1BA - Kirchner753 Sq Ft$1,850
1680 Summit St1 Bed With Office750 Sq Ft$1,100
Grant Commons1-Bed Flat618 Sq Ft$1,252

Cheapest Available University District 1 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit University District of Columbus, OH is the 1BR/1.0BA Model starting from $799 at Holiday House Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in University District is currently $1,458. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Holiday House Apartments1BR/1.0BA$799
Hometeam Properties1 Bedroom - Multiple Floorplans Available$799
N High St 2228 TPP1BR/1.0BA$825
Royal Neil ApartmentsOne Bedroom$925
Smith and HighSmith & High Flats$1,095
Riverwatch TowersScioto - Furnished$1,100
1680 Summit St1 Bed With Office$1,100
1460 Grant1460 Grant-1A$1,125

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
University District, Columbus, OH

Ranked #27

Among cities in Ohio for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States including University District, Columbus, and the greater Columbus area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom University District Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in University District with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in University District is at Holiday House Apartments listed at $799.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom University District Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in University District is $1,458.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom University District Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in University District is a 1,923 square feet unit starting from $2,990 at The Day Companies - Short North.

What is the average size for University District 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in University District is currently 540 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Columbus, OH

Written by: Kim Mooneyham

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!