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Apartments Under $1,200 in Columbus, OH

151 - 180 of 477 Results
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$1,050
1808-1810 S 6th St
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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$825
384 E Maynard Ave
Columbus, OH
Studio | Aug. 14, 2026
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University District
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$850 - 900
Franklin Park Apartments
1551 Bryden Rd Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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$1,125
737 E Sycamore St Unit 737
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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Discovery District
47
$800
775 E Broad St
Columbus, OH
Studio | Available Now
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Olde Towne East
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$990
1035 Ridge St
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Aug. 20, 2026
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Dublin
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$1,150
270 E 12th Ave
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Aug. 6, 2026
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Weinland Park
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$940 - 979
1268 N High St
Columbus, OH
Studio | Jun. 16, 2026
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Weinland Park
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$910
1744 Richmond Ave
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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Millbrook
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$1,100
169 Chittenden Ave
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Aug. 6, 2026
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Weinland Park
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$1,000
1648 Smith Rd Coming Soon ! !
1646-1648 Smith RD Columbus, OH
2 BR | Ask for Availability
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$950
Adorable 2 Bedroom Ranchself Schedule !
1020 E 13Th Ave Columbus, OH
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South Linden
70
$899 - 1,050
1309 Fair Ave
Columbus, OH
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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$904
Thurman Ave
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Ask for Availability
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$900 - 950
1330 W 5th Ave
Columbus, OH
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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Fifth by Northwest
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$1,199
The Poste At Sinclair
607 Worthington Forest Pl Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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$850
1360 Highland St Unit Unit
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Jun. 1, 2026
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$950
171 King Ave
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Jul. 22, 2026
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$1,099
90A West North Broadway
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Jul. 1, 2026
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$809
500 - Broad Meadows Plaza
200 Broad Meadows Blvd Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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$1,049
Worthington Woods
607 Worthington Forest Pl Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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$1,150
Pinecrest Village Apartments - Promotion Extended Through May 31st, 2026
2380 Pinecrest Dr Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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$1,190 - 1,200
Ogden Apartments
815 E Long St Columbus, OH
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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King-Lincoln Bronzeville
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$960
50 A W 9Th Ave
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Jul. 22, 2026
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Weinland Park
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$845 - 1,200
Kings Highlands
4979 Kingshill Dr Columbus, OH
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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$925
24685 Summit St
Columbus, OH
Studio | Aug. 6, 2026
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$1,125
1179 E Main St
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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$1,095
30 W 8Th Ave
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Aug. 13, 2026
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Weinland Park
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$1,150
1225 S Champion Ave Unit 1225
Columbus, OH
3 BR | Available Now
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$1,195
1717 Carolyn Avenue Unit Carolyn Ave
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 477 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 5,646 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 5,547 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. 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 11
Downtown Columbus 9
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