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Apartments Under $1,200 in Columbus, OH

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$799
Worthington Court II
5827 N Meadows Blvd Columbus, OH
1 BR | Mar. 1, 2026
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14
$1,200
5502 Cypress Chase, Unit 5502
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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5
$1,100 - 1,200
The Prescott
22 E Prescott St Columbus, OH
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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Short North
1
$1,000
2048 Iuka Ave
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Jul. 28, 2026
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Storage
Disability Access
11
$850
1769 Clifton Ave
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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Millbrook
8
$960
50 A W 9Th Ave
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Jul. 22, 2026
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Weinland Park
14
$1,125
30 W 8Th Ave
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Aug. 5, 2026
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Weinland Park
13
$1,149 - 1,199
Stella
Deal
1055 Lusso Ave Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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Italian Village
12
$965
171 King Ave
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Jul. 22, 2026
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5
$800
1040 Loretta Ave. - Open House: By Appointment Only
1042 Loretta Ave Columbus, OH
1 BR | Ask for Availability
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20
$900
21 N Wayne Ave
Columbus, OH
3 BR | Ask for Availability
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16
$945 - 979
1268 N High St
Columbus, OH
Studio - 1 BR | Mar. 18, 2026
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Weinland Park
66
$945
1560 E Broad St
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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21
$840 - 855
775 E Broad St
Columbus, OH
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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Olde Towne East
11
$790
406 1/2 S Hague Ave
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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64
$910
1744 Richmond Ave
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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Millbrook
32
$1,122
1544 E Broad St
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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4
$895
285 E 16Th Ave
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Jul. 27, 2026
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17
$850
2470 Summit St
Columbus, OH
Studio | Available Now
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6
$920
1734 Summit St
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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Weinland Park
6
$865
58 W 9Th Ave
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Jul. 22, 2026
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Weinland Park
26
$849 - 1,179
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VERVE Columbus
1355 N High St Columbus, OH
3 - 5 BR | Available Now
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28
$1,200
618 S. Ogden Ave. - Coming Soon !
616 S Ogden Ave Columbus, OH
3 BR | Ask for Availability
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9
$1,100
Lincoln Village
134 Old Village RD Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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Balcony/Deck/Patio
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183
$1,125
1179 E Main St
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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Balcony/Deck/Patio
Fitness Center
Dishwasher
21
$910
1743 Richmond Ave
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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Millbrook
1
$800
2028 Summit St
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Jul. 31, 2026
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100
$995
1732d E. Long St.
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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Millbrook
10
$815
245 S 21St St
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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Olde Towne East
6
$1,100
Beautifully Renovated King-lincoln Bronzeville Area
491 Fairfield 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 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
503
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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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