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Apartments Under $1,200 in Columbus, OH

301 - 330 of 474 Results
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$900
1580 E Mound St
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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$975
348 E 15th Ave
348 E 14th Ave Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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$1,200
5285 Portland St Unit 104
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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$925
Designer 1-br On The East Side | Granite, Lvp & Smart Security
1656 E Livingston Ave Apt 9 Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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$875
316 E 15th Ave
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Aug. 3, 2026
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$1,000
57 N Waverly St. - Fully Updated!
57-59 N Waverly St Columbus, OH
2 BR | Ask for Availability
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$1,095
98-100 N Hague Ave
Columbus, OH
3 BR | Available Now
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$1,075
1075 Oak St
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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Olde Towne East
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$1,195
2 Bedroom On Osu Campus
1669 N 4th St Apartment B3 Columbus, OH
2 BR | Aug. 15, 2026
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Weinland Park
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$950
Updated 1 Bedroom In Bexley/berwick Area
931 Kenwick Rd Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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$975
364 S Chase Ave
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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$1,200
798-804 E Whittier St
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Ask for Availability
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$850
1500 E 25th Ave
Columbus, OH
2 BR | May. 25, 2026
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$745
1900 N 4th St Unit 10
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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$1,099
Brentnell Terrace
1456 Brentnell Ave Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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$775
Summer Special! $75 Off. Down From $850.00.
2174 Sullivant Ave Columbus, OH
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$1,020
60 - G
Columbus, OH
Studio | Jul. 22, 2026
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$775 - 920
Island Club
2225 Montego 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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$910 - 1,280
Georgetown Apartments
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59 Fitz Henry Blvd Columbus, OH
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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$1,140 - 1,215
The Bradford At Easton Apartments
4150 Silver Springs Ln Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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$940 - 1,050
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The Griff
1234 Steelwood Road Columbus, OH
2 - 4 BR | Available Now
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$950
Updated 1 Bedroom In Bexley/berwick Area
931 Kenwick Rd Columbus, OH
1 BR | Jul. 10, 2026
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$1,180 - 1,240
Central Park Apartments
Deal
105 Radio City Blvd Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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$995 - 1,250
2317 Neil Avenue
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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$1,050
2505 1/2 Adams Avenue
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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$845 - 975
Westerville Park Apartments
3.8
4565 Northland Square Drive East Columbus, OH
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$618 - 1,066
Steeplechase Village Apartments
2.9
1552 Pine St Columbus, OH
2 - 4 BR | Available Now
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$814 - 957
Park Trails
1.8
5555 Tinley Park Columbus, OH
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

There are 474 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 1,230 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 5,624 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 5,516 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. Fifth by Northwest
  4. Olde Towne East
  5. Downtown Columbus

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

Welcome to the May 2026 Columbus Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the May 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 47 95 142 190 <$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 $1,330, with the majority falling between $840 and $1,820. Out of the 11,145 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in Columbus, 4,635 are priced below $1,200, accounting for 42% of the total available one-bedroom units in Columbus.

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

Columbus, OH
Lancaster, OH
Delaware, OH
Westerville, 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 May, 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 579 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 May M/M % Change
Columbus, OH 505 +1.03%
Lancaster, OH 14 +1.05%
Delaware, OH 12 +0.97%
Westerville, OH 11 +1.0%
Grove City, OH 11 +0.9%
Reynoldsburg, OH 11 +1.06%
Dublin, OH 10 +1.03%
Hilliard, OH 7 +0.95%
Marysville, OH 6 +0.77%
Gahanna, OH 6 +0.91%

Looking for Apartments Under $1,200 in Columbus?

Available apartments under $1,200 13,131
Top amenities Air Conditioning, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Range / Oven, Microwave
Deals 274
Pet friendly 950
Utilities included 63
Furnished 74
Studio 169
1 Bedroom 630
2 Bedroom 437

Where are Columbus Apartments Under $1,200?

Top Neighborhoods Weinland park, University district, Fifth by northwest, Olde towne east, Downtown columbus
Weinland Park 52
University District 36
Fifth by Northwest 11
Olde Towne East 10
Downtown Columbus 9
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