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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
2 BR | Ask for Availability
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Air Conditioning
14
$925
Adorable 2 Bedroom Ranchself Schedule !
1020 E 13Th Ave Columbus, OH
2 BR | Ask for Availability
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South Linden
32
$1,122
1544 E Broad St
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
18
$1,100
169 Chittenden Ave
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Aug. 6, 2026
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Weinland Park
1
$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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Dishwasher
University District
13
$910
40 McMillen
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Jul. 22, 2026
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Weinland Park
38
$849 - 1,049
Flats On Tamarack
4665 Tamarack Blvd Columbus, OH
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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1
$995
450 Norwich
450 E Norwich Ave Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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17
$1,199
87 E 4th Ave Unit E
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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Italian Village
1
$995
518 Oakland Park Ave - Abcdefghijkl
519 Oakland Park Ave Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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$1,195
2233 Summit St Unit A
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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University District
1
$900
1330 W 5th Ave
Columbus, OH
Studio - 1 BR | May. 10, 2026
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Fifth by Northwest
19
$1,199
The Poste At Sinclair
607 Worthington Forest Pl Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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1
$895
1293 Neil Ave. Apartment Units For Lease
1293 Neil Ave Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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1
$1,185
Townley Court
580 E Town St Columbus, OH
2 BR | Apr. 10, 2026
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Heat Included
Air Conditioning
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1
$1,100
(33) 167 E. 14th Avenue
167 E 14th Ave Columbus, OH
2 BR | Aug. 1, 2026
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Weinland Park
1
$1,000 - 1,150
51-53 Waverly - D&s
51-53 N Waverly St Columbus, OH
2 - 3 BR | Available Now
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1
$850
2040 Iuka Ave
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Jul. 29, 2026
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Air Conditioning
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16
$1,199
Worthington Court Townhomes
879 N Meadows Ct Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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6
$1,029
Arlington Pointe
2565-2599 Riverside Dr Columbus, OH
1 BR | Jun. 13, 2026
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Fitness Center
28
$1,025 - 1,304
The Guild
Deal
303 E Sixth Ave Columbus, OH
Studio | Available Now
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Balcony/Deck/Patio
Weinland Park
13
$1,195
84 E Norwich Ave
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Aug. 3, 2026
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Balcony/Deck/Patio
University District
10
$910
1715 Richmond Ave
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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Millbrook
12
$950
171 King Ave
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Jul. 22, 2026
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$850
1040 Loretta Ave. - Open House: By Appointment Only
1042 Loretta Ave Columbus, OH
1 BR | Ask for Availability
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18
$840
58 Hamilton Park
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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King-Lincoln Bronzeville
10
$1,100
337 E 13Th Ave
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Aug. 6, 2026
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10
$795
106 E 13Th Ave
Columbus, OH
Studio | Aug. 6, 2026
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10
$734 - 875
Gardenview Flats
1316 Marion Rd Columbus, OH
Studio - 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 486 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 1,097 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 5,452 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 4,814 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. Olde Towne East
  4. Fifth by Northwest
  5. Downtown Columbus

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

Welcome to the April 2026 Columbus Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the April 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 45 90 135 180 <$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 $1,310, with the majority falling between $800 and $1,850. Out of the 10,706 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in Columbus, 4,927 are priced below $1,200, accounting for 46% of the total available one-bedroom units in Columbus.

Available Apartments Under $1,200: Columbus vs. Surrounding Areas

Columbus, OH
Lancaster, OH
Reynoldsburg, OH
Westerville, OH
Delaware, 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 April, 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 599 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 April M/M % Change
Columbus, OH 520 +1.01%
Lancaster, OH 15 +1.13%
Reynoldsburg, OH 12 +0.97%
Westerville, OH 11 +1.03%
Delaware, OH 11 +1.06%
Dublin, OH 10 +1.06%
Grove City, OH 10 +0.93%
Hilliard, OH 6 +0.94%
Gahanna, OH 5 +0.86%
Marysville, OH 5 +0.85%

Looking for Apartments Under $1,200 in Columbus?

Available apartments under $1,200 12,165
Top amenities Air Conditioning, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Range / Oven, High Speed Internet
Deals 338
Pet friendly 1,043
Utilities included 73
Furnished 95
Studio 190
1 Bedroom 699
2 Bedroom 469

Where are Columbus Apartments Under $1,200?

Top Neighborhoods Weinland park, University district, Olde towne east, Fifth by northwest, Downtown columbus
Weinland Park 56
University District 44
Olde Towne East 14
Fifth by Northwest 10
Downtown Columbus 9
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