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Apartments Under $1,200 in Columbus, OH

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$1,000
1648 Smith Rd Coming Soon ! !
1646-1648 Smith RD Columbus, OH
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Air Conditioning
14
$950
Adorable 2 Bedroom Ranchself Schedule !
1020 E 13Th Ave Columbus, OH
2 BR | Ask for Availability
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South Linden
70
$899 - 1,050
1309 Fair Ave
Columbus, OH
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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$1,195
608-610 Racine Ave
Columbus, OH
3 BR | Available Now
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Hilliard
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$900
(50) 24-26 W. 10th Avenue
24-26 W 10th Ave Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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Weinland Park
1
$850
2378 Neil Ave
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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University District
13
$910
40 McMillen
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Jul. 22, 2026
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Weinland Park
1
$850 - 900
1515 Northwest Apartments
1515 Northwest Blvd Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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Fifth by Northwest
11
$800 - 1,074
Victoria Village
1900 Sunny Ct Columbus, OH
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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38
$1,049
Flats On Tamarack
4665 Tamarack Blvd Columbus, OH
2 BR | Jul. 6, 2026
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1
$995
450 Norwich
450 E Norwich Ave Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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24
$1,150
382 N Champion Ave Unit 382
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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King-Lincoln Bronzeville
7
$850
1360 Highland St Unit Apt
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Jul. 1, 2026
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$1,195
422 Chittenden Ave
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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9
$1,195
Hearthstone 1-bed, 1-bath Condo
4710 Charecote Ln Apt L Columbus, OH
1 BR | Ask for Availability
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10
$950
1350 King Ave Unit 101
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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Fifth by Northwest
15
$1,195
1717 Carolyn Avenue Unit Carolyn Ave
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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3
$845 - 1,200
Kings Highlands
4979 Kingshill Dr Columbus, OH
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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10
$1,150
1225 S Champion Ave Unit 1225
Columbus, OH
3 BR | Available Now
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7
$865 - 1,175
1550 E Broad St
Columbus, OH
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
7
$1,150
285 E 13Th Ave
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Jul. 27, 2026
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Weinland Park
9
$1,200
1505 W 3rd Ave
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Jun. 5, 2026
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Fifth by Northwest
7
$900
1 Bedroom Rent Starting $900/month Newly Renovated Garden Style Apartments Available For Rent
1773 Mound St Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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$1,099
Thurman Ave 47-53 IF
47 Thurman Ave Columbus, OH
Studio | Aug. 11, 2026
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5
$1,099 - 1,150
University Gardens
3617 Beulah Rd Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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1
$950
1814 To 1820 Acm
1814-1820 Summit St Columbus, OH
2 BR | May. 29, 2026
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$959 - 1,189
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VERVE Columbus - Historical Access
1355 N High St Columbus, OH
3 - 5 BR | Available Now
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Weinland Park
15
$1,200
2299 Hamilton Ave - Schedule Now!
2299 Hamilton Ave Columbus, OH
2 BR | Ask for Availability
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8
$865
60 W 9Th Ave
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Jul. 22, 2026
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Weinland Park
25
$950
2160 Summit St
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Aug. 5, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

There are 476 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 5,538 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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