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Cheap Apartments in Columbus, OH

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$841 - 997
Wheatland Crossing II
174 N Wheatland Ave Columbus, OH
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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26
$789 - 999
Columbus Park Apartments
Deal
2143 Winslow Dr Columbus, OH
Studio - 2 BR | Available Now
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63
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$740 - 1,050
Garden Heights Apartments
3.4
257 S Central Ave Columbus, OH
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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17
$707
Derrer Rd
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Ask for Availability
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27
$799 - 1,049
Olentangy Village
3.6
2907 N High St Columbus, OH
Studio - 1 BR | Ask for Availability
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37
$999 - 1,149
Worthington Gardens
4.2
5146 N. High St. Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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9
$999
Smith Pl 78 CR
78 Smith Pl Columbus, OH
Studio | Available Now
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17
$899
Chittenden Ave 40-42 GW2
40-42 Chittenden Ave Columbus, OH
Studio | Aug. 4, 2026
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12
$949
Highland St 1320 TPP
1320 Highland St Columbus, OH
1 BR | Jul. 15, 2026
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$1,040
Long View
1728-1738 E Long St Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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Millbrook
17
$899 - 949
Neil Ave 2330-2332 NO
2330-2332 Neil Ave Columbus, OH
Studio | Jun. 25, 2026
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10
$799 - 1,049
N High St 2232 SSR
4.0
2232 N High St Columbus, OH
1 BR | Jan. 14, 2026
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18
$949 - 1,049
Summit St 1770 1770
2.5
1770 Summit St Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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13
$799 - 999
E 15th Ave 325 TPP
325 E 15th Ave Columbus, OH
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12
$699 - 929
W 8th Ave 240-242 SWP
240-242 W 8th Ave Columbus, OH
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39
$749 - 999
1433-1437 Highland St
5.0
Columbus, OH
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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13
$949
N High St 2321-2327 ONYX
4.0
2321 N High St Columbus, OH
1 BR | Apr. 2, 2026
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10
$799 - 949
N High St 2332 (2330-2334) TPP
4.0
2330-2334 N High St Columbus, OH
Studio - 1 BR | May. 14, 2026
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18
$949
1683 Summit
3.0
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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Weinland Park
34
$949
217 E Livingston Ave A
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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1
$849 - 950
Chittenden Ave 34 UL
34 Chittenden Ave Columbus, OH
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$749 - 1,050
W Oakland Ave 42-50 WOR
42-50 W Oakland Ave Columbus, OH
1 BR | May. 6, 2026
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$775 - 1,049
1472-1490 Neil Ave
Columbus, OH
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$825
1075 Bryden Rd
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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Olde Towne East
1
$850
2040 Iuka Ave
Columbus, OH
1 BR | May. 29, 2026
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$1,000
N 4th 2150 Acm
2150 N 4th St Columbus, OH
1 BR | Jun. 16, 2026
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2
$849
W 8th Ave 226 CR
226 W 8th Ave Columbus, OH
1 BR | Jul. 8, 2026
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$800 - 900
2026 Iuka Ave
Columbus, OH
Studio | Aug. 14, 2026
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$989
E 15th 435 Ave RGM
435 E 15th Ave Columbus, OH
1 BR | Jun. 10, 2026
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$825 - 949
N High St 2228 TPP
4.0
2228 N High St Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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How many cheap apartments are available in Columbus, OH on Rentable.co?

There are 363 cheap apartments in Columbus currently available for rent on Rentable.co.

What is the average rent for a cheap apartment in Columbus, OH?

The average monthly rent for a cheap apartment in Columbus is about $390.

How many studio cheap apartments are available in Columbus?

Rentable.co has 152 studio cheap apartments available for rent in Columbus.

How many one-bedroom cheap apartments are available in Columbus?

Rentable.co has 728 one-bedroom cheap apartments available for rent in Columbus.

How many two-bedroom cheap apartments are available in Columbus?

Rentable.co has 655 two-bedroom cheap apartments available for rent in Columbus.

Can I afford a cheap apartment in Columbus, OH?

To comfortably afford a cheap apartment in Columbus based on average rent prices, a household would need an annual income of $16,000.

Which neighborhoods have the most cheap apartments for rent in Columbus, OH?

  1. Fifth by Northwest
  2. Downtown Columbus
  3. University District
  4. Uptown District
  5. Weinland Park

Cheap Apartments in Columbus, OH: December Rental Information

Welcome to the December 2025 Columbus Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the December 2025 key findings and figures for the Columbus rental landscape.

Our experts analyze the inventory trends for apartments under $1,000 — overall market rent-distribution, availability by bedroom count, and month-over-month comparisons — in Columbus and surrounding areas. This summary also provides insight into available features and amenities, as well as location options for apartments under $1,000 in Columbus.

0 32 65 97 130 <$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 $1,240, with the majority falling between $800 and $1,810. Out of the 9,681 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in Columbus, 6 are priced below $400, accounting for 0% of the total available one-bedroom units in Columbus.

Available Cheap Apartments: Columbus vs. Surrounding Areas

Columbus, OH
Dublin, OH
19
3
The chart above provides a snapshot of the number of available cheap apartments in Columbus, OH and the surrounding areas as of December 2025. The data includes the total inventory of affordable rental units in the Columbus, OH metro area, as well as specific availability in 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. This information is essential for prospective renters looking to find affordable housing options in and around Columbus, with a comprehensive understanding of the current market. Please note that these numbers might fluctuate as new listings become available or are filled.

Cheap Apartments Now vs. Last Month: Columbus and Surrounding Areas

City Cheap Apartments in December M/M % Change
Columbus, OH 19 +0.8%
Dublin, OH 3 +0.5%
Westerville, OH 2 +0.92%
Canal Winchester, OH 2 +1.0%
Grandview Heights, OH 1 +1.0%
Marysville, OH 1 +1.0%
Blacklick, OH 1 +1.0%
Grove City, OH 1 +1.0%
Hilliard, OH 0 +1.0%
Upper Arlington, OH 0 +1.0%

Looking for Cheap Apartments in Columbus?

Available cheap apartments 1,619
Top amenities Air Conditioning, Dishwasher, Balcony/Deck/Patio, Refrigerator, Range / Oven
Deals 23
Pet friendly 61
Furnished 3
Studio 9
1 Bedroom 28
2 Bedroom 27

Where are Cheap Columbus Apartments?

Top Neighborhoods Fifth by northwest, Downtown columbus, University district, Uptown district, Weinland park
Fifth by Northwest 2
Downtown Columbus 1
University District 1
Uptown District 1
Weinland Park 1
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