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Apartments Under $1,200 in Columbus, OH

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$595
3939 Rosland Dr
Columbus, OH
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$629 - 879
Plumwood
1050 Plumrose Drive Columbus, OH
Studio - 2 BR | Available Now
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$644 - 994
Wake Robin Apartments
1690 Bob-o-link Bend Columbus, OH
1 - 3 BR | Available Now
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$849
W 6th 304-314 MLR
304 W 6th Ave Columbus, OH
Studio | Jul. 8, 2026
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$825
2888 Cleveland Ave
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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$1,000
Bexvie Village Townhomes
3409 Bexvie Ave Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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$750
Melrose
3685 Cleveland Ave Columbus, OH
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$750
1008 Parsons Ave
Columbus, OH
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Discovery District
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$1,200
Nch - 579-587 Carpenter St.
579-587 Carpenter St Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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Old Oaks
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$1,050
2661 Medary
2661 Medary Ave Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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University District
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$815
3605 Cushing Dr
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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$845
695 Riverview
695 Riverview Dr Columbus, OH
1 BR | Jul. 9, 2026
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$721
618 Canterbury Way
Columbus, OH
3 BR | Ask for Availability
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$1,020
60 - G
Columbus, OH
Studio | Jul. 22, 2026
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$1,175
726 Frebis Ave
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Jul. 18, 2026
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$850
1473 Thomas Ave
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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$950
1061-1063 E 15th Ave
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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$1,100
Chilcote Ave 476-486 MOGR Howard
476-486 Chilcote Columbus, OH
2 BR | Aug. 11, 2026
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$910 - 1,280
Georgetown Apartments
3.9
59 Fitz Henry Blvd Columbus, OH
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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$800
36 West Northwood Ave
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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$895 - 1,150
1580 E Mound St
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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$1,175
5285 Portland St Unit 104
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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$875
348 E 15th Ave
348 E 14th Ave Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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Weinland Park
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$950
Short North! Studio Apartment
999 N High St Columbus, OH
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$1,150
1530 Genessee Ave
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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$909
French Beautiful & Spacious 1-bedroom Apartment At Heritage Apartments
1810 Lafayette Pl Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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Fifth by Northwest
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$1,100
47-53 S Burgess Ave
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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$878
Independence Studio Modern & Cozy Studio Apartment – Move-in Ready!
1855 Independence Rd Columbus, OH
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$1,050
2 Bedroom/1 Bath Garden Style Apartment Available Now!
2669 Medary Ave Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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University District
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$1,100
726 N High St Unit 7265-3b
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many apartments under $1,200 are available in Columbus, OH on Rentable.co?

There are 490 apartments under $1,200 in Columbus currently available for rent on Rentable.co.

How many studio apartments under $1,200 are available in Columbus?

Rentable.co has 1,092 studio apartments under $1,200 available for rent in Columbus.

How many one-bedroom apartments under $1,200 are available in Columbus?

Rentable.co has 5,594 one-bedroom apartments under $1,200 available for rent in Columbus.

How many two-bedroom apartments under $1,200 are available in Columbus?

Rentable.co has 5,265 two-bedroom apartments under $1,200 available for rent in Columbus.

Can I afford a apartment under $1,200 in Columbus, OH?

To comfortably afford a apartment under $1,200 in Columbus based on average rent prices, a household would need an annual income of $40,000.

Which neighborhoods have the most apartments under $1,200 for rent in Columbus, OH?

  1. Weinland Park
  2. University District
  3. Fifth by Northwest
  4. Olde Towne East
  5. Short North

Apartments Under $1,200 in Columbus, OH: July Rental Information

Welcome to the July 2026 Columbus Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the July 2026 key findings and figures for the Columbus rental landscape.

Our experts analyze the inventory trends for apartments under $1,200 — overall market rent-distribution, availability by bedroom count, and month-over-month comparisons — in Columbus and surrounding areas. This summary also provides insights into available features and amenities, as well as location options for apartments under $1,200 in Columbus.

If you're on a budget or simply prefer more affordable housing options, this report will provide you with valuable information and help you make an informed decision about your next rental in Columbus.
0 35 70 105 140 <$800 $840 $920 $1,000 $1,080 $1,160 $1,240 $1,320 $1,400 $1,480 $1,560 $1,640 $1,720 >$1,800
This month, the typical cost to rent a one-bedroom apartment in Columbus stands at $1,310, with the majority falling between $830 and $1,830. Out of the 11,661 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in Columbus, 4,501 are priced below $1,200, accounting for 39% of the total available one-bedroom units in Columbus.

Available Apartments Under $1,200: Columbus vs. Surrounding Areas

Columbus, OH
Lancaster, OH
Westerville, OH
Delaware, OH
Grove City, OH
Reynoldsburg, OH
Dublin, OH
Hilliard, OH
Marysville, OH
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The chart above displays the number of apartments available for rent under $1,200 in Columbus, OH and the surrounding cities for the month of July, 2026. The surrounding cities included in the data are Pataskala, Lancaster, Grove City, Groveport, Delaware, Upper Arlington, Dublin, Pickerington, Shawnee Hills, Canal Winchester, Heath, Hebron, Hilliard, New Albany, Powell, Baltimore, Reynoldsburg, Gahanna, West Jefferson, Westerville, Thurston, Obetz, Whitehall, Bexley, Johnstown, Grandview Heights, Granville, Worthington, Commercial Point, Galena, Marysville, Orient, Plain City, South Bloomfield, Blacklick, Lewis Center, Galloway, Clearcreek Township, Mt. Sterling, Sunbury, Carroll, and Lewis Center Polaris. In total, there are 596 apartments in the Columbus, OH metro area that fall within this price range. This data provides prospective renters with an overview of the current availability and options for affordable apartments in the area.

Apartments Under $1,200 Now vs. Last Month: Columbus and Surrounding Areas

City Apartments Under $1,200 in July M/M % Change
Columbus, OH 472 +1.03%
Lancaster, OH 13 +1.07%
Westerville, OH 13 +0.92%
Delaware, OH 12 +0.99%
Grove City, OH 11 +1.05%
Reynoldsburg, OH 10 +0.98%
Dublin, OH 9 +1.03%
Hilliard, OH 7 +0.98%
Marysville, OH 6 +0.97%
Canal Winchester, OH 5 +1.0%

Looking for Apartments Under $1,200 in Columbus?

Available apartments under $1,200 13,227
Top amenities Air Conditioning, On Site Laundry, Refrigerator, Range / Oven, Microwave
Deals 156
Pet friendly 876
Utilities included 59
Furnished 74
Studio 118
1 Bedroom 621
2 Bedroom 478

Where are Columbus Apartments Under $1,200?

Top Neighborhoods Weinland park, University district, Fifth by northwest, Olde towne east, Short north
Weinland Park 50
University District 37
Fifth by Northwest 15
Olde Towne East 9
Short North 8
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