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Apartments Under $1,200 in Columbus, OH

181 - 210 of 498 Results
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$1,000 - 1,100
N 4th 1827 Acm
1827 N 4th St Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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$900 - 1,000
Osu Campus 1 & 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartments
2121 Iuka Ave Columbus, OH
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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$845
142 Dana Ave Unit 142
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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Franklinton
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$1,200
1474 N. 5th St.
1474 N 4Th St Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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Weinland Park
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$1,150
Pinecrest Village - Special Promotion
2380 Pinecrest Dr Columbus, OH
2 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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$1,199
151 Sherman Ave Unit 001
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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Olde Towne East
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$695
5451-5471 Red Bird Court
5451-5471 Red Bird Ct Columbus, OH
Studio | Available Now
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$1,080
1020-1026 Cable Ave
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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$945 - 1,050
Kings Highlands
4979 Kingshill Dr Columbus, OH
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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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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$1,125
30 W 8Th Ave
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Aug. 5, 2026
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Weinland Park
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$999
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Lumen on Ninth
76 E 9th Ave Columbus, OH
3 BR | Aug. 17, 2026
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$795
1348 Wager St
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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Merion Village
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$1,180
285 E 13Th Ave
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Jul. 27, 2026
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Weinland Park
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$850
1769 Clifton Ave
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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Millbrook
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$1,125
1179 E Main St
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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$1,100
55 W Starr Ave
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Apr. 1, 2026
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Short North
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$950
3045 Markham Rd
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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$734 - 894
Gardenview Flats
1316 Marion Rd Columbus, OH
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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$840 - 870
775 E Broad St
3.0
Columbus, OH
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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$800
2026 Summit St
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Aug. 21, 2026
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$1,130
Meridian At Grandview
1401 Aschinger Blvd Columbus, OH
1 BR | Feb. 24, 2026
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$895
Northern Court Apartments
1928 Agler Rd Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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$900
Osu Campus 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment
285 E 15th Ave Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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$970
2486 Agler Rd Unit 2486
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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$995
1-bed, 1-bath Near Arlington
4710 Charecote Ln Columbus, OH
1 BR | Ask for Availability
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$1,150
344 E13th Ave
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Aug. 5, 2026
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Weinland Park
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$1,100
3018 E 6Th Ave
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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$740
329-331 Chittenden Ave
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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Weinland Park
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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 5,511 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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