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Apartments Under $1,200 in Columbus, OH

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1 Bedroom On Osu Campus
1669 N 4th St Apartment A3 Columbus, OH
1 BR | Aug. 15, 2026
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Weinland Park
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$1,200
1 Bed / 1 Bath On 10th Ave Close To Wexner Medical Center
133 W 10th Ave Columbus, OH
1 BR | Jul. 15, 2026
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$915
262 S Chase Ave
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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$899
Village Of Courtright
2483-2539 Courtright Rd Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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$1,000
5485 Garden Rdg
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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$1,000
2233-2239 N Homestead Dr
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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$1,100 - 1,200
Wyandotte Ave 416 MLR
416 Wyandotte Ave Columbus, OH
2 BR | Jun. 11, 2026
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$875
Flats Of Clintonville
4991-5003 Arbor Village Dr Columbus, OH
1 BR | Mar. 1, 2026
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$900
Renovated Townhome With Central Air And Off-street Parking
306 Stanaford Pl Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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$1,050
3145 Indianola Ave
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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$900 - 1,000
Melrose
3685 Cleveland Ave Columbus, OH
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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$999 - 1,100
W 6th 304-314 MLR
304 W 6th Ave Columbus, OH
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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$1,200
667 Frebis Ave
Columbus, OH
3 BR | Available Now
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$1,050
524-2217 Clarendon Ave
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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$1,180
5359 Cypress Chase
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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$900
511 E Deshler Ave
511 Deshler Ave Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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$1,100
Neil Ave 1260 GW2
1260 Neil Ave Columbus, OH
1 BR | Jul. 9, 2026
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$1,000
Dunbar
1870-1880 Dunbar Dr Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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$800
634 S Wheatland Ave
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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$950
1749 Holburn Ave
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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$1,150
1501 Linwood
1501 Linwood Ave Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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$925
835 E Mithoff St
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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$895
361-361 1/2 S Harris Ave
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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$1,100
Indianola Ave 1574-1580 MLR
1574 Indianola Ave Columbus, OH
1 BR | Jul. 25, 2026
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Weinland Park
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$950
1580 E Mound St
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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$1,150
364 S Chase Ave
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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$1,200
98-100 N Hague Ave
Columbus, OH
3 BR | Available Now
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$1,100
3751-3753 Briggs Rd
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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$875
2464 N 4th St
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Jul. 10, 2026
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$900
2507 Cleveland Ave
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 498 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 936 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 5,941 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 5,512 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. Olde Towne East
  4. Fifth by Northwest
  5. Short North

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

Welcome to the February 2026 Columbus Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the February 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 $1,880
This month, the typical cost to rent a one-bedroom apartment in Columbus stands at $1,310, with the majority falling between $820 and $1,840. Out of the 10,198 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in Columbus, 5,133 are priced below $1,200, accounting for 50% 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
Reynoldsburg, 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 February, 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 626 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 February M/M % Change
Columbus, OH 503 +0.93%
Lancaster, OH 17 +0.9%
Delaware, OH 13 +0.9%
Westerville, OH 12 +1.0%
Reynoldsburg, OH 11 +0.93%
Dublin, OH 10 +0.98%
Grove City, OH 9 +1.07%
Hilliard, OH 6 +1.08%
Gahanna, OH 5 +1.04%
Clearcreek Township, OH 5 +0.96%

Looking for Apartments Under $1,200 in Columbus?

Available apartments under $1,200 13,488
Top amenities Air Conditioning, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Range / Oven, Microwave
Deals 298
Pet friendly 1,281
Utilities included 61
Furnished 97
Studio 200
1 Bedroom 715
2 Bedroom 534

Where are Columbus Apartments Under $1,200?

Top Neighborhoods Weinland park, University district, Olde towne east, Fifth by northwest, Short north
Weinland Park 53
University District 45
Olde Towne East 13
Fifth by Northwest 10
Short North 9
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