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Cheap Apartments in Columbus, OH

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$850
2040 Iuka Ave
Columbus, OH
1 BR | May. 29, 2026
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$995
Arlington Pointe
2565-2599 Riverside Dr Columbus, OH
1 BR | Feb. 14, 2026
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$771
N Nd St
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Ask for Availability
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Uptown District
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$1,000
51-53 Waverly - D&s
51-53 N Waverly St Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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$890
1330 W 5th Ave
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Dec. 28, 2025
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Fifth by Northwest
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$750 - 875
1293 Neil Ave. Apartment Units For Lease
1293 Neil Ave Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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$824
791-793 S Champion Ave
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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Old Oaks
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$850
898 Byron Ave Unit B
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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$920
40 McMillen
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Jul. 22, 2026
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Weinland Park
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$950
1456 Neil Ave
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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$925
2 Bedroom Townhouse Apartment
2403 Belcher Dr Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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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 - 875
571 E Rich St
Columbus, OH
Studio | Available Now
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$999
474 Elsmere St
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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Schumacher Place
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$895
1485 Summit St
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Aug. 5, 2026
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Weinland Park
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$945 - 1,025
250 W 5Th Ave
Columbus, OH
Studio | Jul. 28, 2026
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$795
207 E Lane Ave
Columbus, OH
1 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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$995
1236 Indianola Ave
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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Weinland Park
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$1,025
1985 Summit St
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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$850
1392 Bryden Rd
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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$795
Broadway Court Apartments
940-950 E North Broadway St Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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$899
2085 Building - New Rennovated 1 & 2 Bedrooms Starting At $989!
2085 W Broad St Unit 108 Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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$795
440 E Maynard Ave
Columbus, OH
Studio | Aug. 14, 2026
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$875 - 900
Osu North Campus 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment
59 E Norwich Ave Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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$825
106 E 13Th Ave
Columbus, OH
Studio | Aug. 6, 2026
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$850 - 925
2188-2194 N High St
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Aug. 14, 2026
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$795
Karl-ferris Apartments
4086 Karl Rd Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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$965
171 King Ave
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Jul. 22, 2026
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$800
1040 Loretta Ave. - Open House: By Appointment Only
1042 Loretta Ave Columbus, OH
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many cheap apartments are available in Columbus, OH on Rentable.co?

There are 351 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 782 one-bedroom cheap apartments available for rent in Columbus.

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

Rentable.co has 791 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 $1,250, with the majority falling between $800 and $1,840. Out of the 9,882 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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