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Apartments Under $1,200 in Columbus, OH

271 - 300 of 486 Results
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$850 - 900
Franklin Park Apartments
1551 Bryden Rd Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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8
$865
60 W 9Th Ave
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Jul. 22, 2026
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Weinland Park
14
$975
2160 Summit St
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Aug. 5, 2026
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Dishwasher
18
$995
2-bed, 1-bath Near Arlington
4645 Merrimar Cir Apt G E Columbus, OH
2 BR | Ask for Availability
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Air Conditioning
In Unit Laundry
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Pool
15
$1,200
2299 Hamilton Ave -ready This Week!
2299 Hamilton Ave Columbus, OH
2 BR | Ask for Availability
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18
$899
2 Bedroom One Level Apartment
3011 Markham Rd Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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$1,050
1808-1810 S 6th St
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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Reeb-Hosack
1
$900
1197 N High St
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Ask for Availability
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Weinland Park
1
$695
5451-5471 Red Bird Court
5451-5471 Red Bird Ct Columbus, OH
Studio | Available Now
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3
$945 - 1,050
Kings Highlands
4979 Kingshill Dr Columbus, OH
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Fitness Center
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8
$1,200
1225 S Champion Ave Unit 1225
Columbus, OH
3 BR | Available Now
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Dishwasher
4
$1,099
742 S High St
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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German Village
1
$1,185
Townley Court
580 E Town St Columbus, OH
2 BR | Apr. 10, 2026
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Heat Included
Air Conditioning
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1
$900
1330 W 5th Ave
Columbus, OH
Studio - 1 BR | May. 10, 2026
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Fifth by Northwest
19
$1,199
The Poste At Sinclair
607 Worthington Forest Pl Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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Dishwasher
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1
$895
1293 Neil Ave. Apartment Units For Lease
1293 Neil Ave Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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41
$1,050
1309 Fair Ave
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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Air Conditioning
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65
$910
1744 Richmond Ave
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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Millbrook
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$1,050
374 E 13Th Ave
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Aug. 5, 2026
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Weinland Park
27
$1,000
1648 Smith Rd Coming Soon ! !
1646-1648 Smith RD Columbus, OH
2 BR | Ask for Availability
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Air Conditioning
14
$925
Adorable 2 Bedroom Ranchself Schedule !
1020 E 13Th Ave Columbus, OH
2 BR | Ask for Availability
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South Linden
32
$1,122
1544 E Broad St
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
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$1,100
169 Chittenden Ave
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Aug. 6, 2026
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Weinland Park
12
$929 - 999
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Lumen on Ninth
76 E 9th Ave Columbus, OH
3 BR | Available Now
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7
$1,150
285 E 13Th Ave
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Jul. 27, 2026
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Weinland Park
15
$950 - 1,200
1505 W 3rd Ave
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Jun. 5, 2026
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Fifth by Northwest
12
$950
171 King Ave
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Jul. 22, 2026
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$850
1040 Loretta Ave. - Open House: By Appointment Only
1042 Loretta Ave Columbus, OH
1 BR | Ask for Availability
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$1,100
63-65 Waverly - Mgl
63-65 N Waverly St Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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$775
Sells Condos
1065 Sells Avenue Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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Fifth by Northwest
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

There are 486 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 1,097 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 5,454 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 4,811 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 $39,000.

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

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

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

Welcome to the April 2026 Columbus Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the April 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 45 90 135 180 <$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 $800 and $1,850. Out of the 10,706 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in Columbus, 4,927 are priced below $1,200, accounting for 46% of the total available one-bedroom units in Columbus.

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

Columbus, OH
Lancaster, OH
Reynoldsburg, OH
Westerville, OH
Delaware, OH
Dublin, OH
Grove City, OH
Hilliard, OH
Gahanna, 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 April, 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 599 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 April M/M % Change
Columbus, OH 520 +1.01%
Lancaster, OH 15 +1.13%
Reynoldsburg, OH 12 +0.97%
Westerville, OH 11 +1.03%
Delaware, OH 11 +1.06%
Dublin, OH 10 +1.06%
Grove City, OH 10 +0.93%
Hilliard, OH 6 +0.94%
Gahanna, OH 5 +0.86%
Marysville, OH 5 +0.85%

Looking for Apartments Under $1,200 in Columbus?

Available apartments under $1,200 12,165
Top amenities Air Conditioning, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Range / Oven, High Speed Internet
Deals 338
Pet friendly 1,043
Utilities included 73
Furnished 95
Studio 190
1 Bedroom 699
2 Bedroom 469

Where are Columbus Apartments Under $1,200?

Top Neighborhoods Weinland park, University district, Olde towne east, Fifth by northwest, Downtown columbus
Weinland Park 55
University District 44
Olde Towne East 14
Fifth by Northwest 10
Downtown Columbus 9
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