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Apartments Under $1,200 in Columbus, OH

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$1,114
Ryland Park
5391 Renner Road Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Luxury
In Unit Laundry
Balcony/Deck/Patio
$595 - 1,100
1721 Summit Street
Columbus, OH
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Balcony/Deck/Patio
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Weinland Park
$595 - 1,500
1717 Summit Street
Columbus, OH
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Heat Included
Student
Weinland Park
$1,089 - 1,189
The Barrett
Deal
345 E. Deshler Ave Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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Luxury
Air Conditioning
In Unit Laundry
$485
Camellia Court Apartments
3.2
3835 Beth Ann Dr. Columbus, OH
Studio | Available Now
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Section 8
Air Conditioning
In Unit Laundry
$1,129 - 1,149
Glenmuir
2223 Craigside Dr Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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Townhome
Air Conditioning
Balcony/Deck/Patio
$990 - 1,200
Lc Dublin
5730 Silver Falls St. Columbus, OH
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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$850
Duplex For Rent East Columbus
3005 Brownlee Ave Columbus, OH
2 BR | Ask for Availability
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$820
2288 N High Street #2
4.0
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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University District
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$850
2074 Ridgeview Road, Unit B
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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$890
2288 N High Street #3
4.0
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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Dishwasher
University District
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$1,100
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2456 Indianola Avenue
Deal
Columbus, OH
3 BR | Ask for Availability
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Balcony/Deck/Patio
University District
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$1,050
67 Mcmillen Ave
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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Weinland Park
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$1,100
108-110 Wilber Ave
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Mar. 10, 2026
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Short North
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$1,150
892 N Meadows Ct
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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$950
1617 Kenmore Ave. Coming Soon !! Call 855-406-4253 Ext 0 For Details.
1615 - 1617 Kenmore RD Columbus, OH
3 BR | Ask for Availability
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$629 - 766
Gateway Apartments
1.8
3345 E. 7Th Avenue Columbus, OH
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
$850
1713 East Whittier Street
Columbus, OH
2 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 5,942 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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