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Cheap Apartments in Columbus, OH

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$850
2378 Neil Ave
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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University District
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$815
101 E 14Th Ave
Columbus, OH
Studio | Aug. 6, 2026
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$625
57 E Mithoff St
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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Merion Village
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$925
1560 E Broad St
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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$945 - 979
1268 N High St
Columbus, OH
Studio - 1 BR | Mar. 11, 2026
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Weinland Park
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$825 - 855
775 E Broad St
Columbus, OH
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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Olde Towne East
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$799
245 S 21St St
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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Olde Towne East
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$995
1-bed, 1-bath Near Arlington
4710 Charecote Ln Columbus, OH
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$999
552-558 Riverview Dr
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Jan. 15, 2026
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$975
376 Chittenden Ave
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Aug. 1, 2026
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$800
2028 Summit St
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Jul. 31, 2026
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$920
40 McMillen
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Jul. 22, 2026
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Weinland Park
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$995
2470 Summit St
Columbus, OH
Studio | Aug. 6, 2026
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$995
2366 Glenmawr Ave
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Aug. 6, 2026
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$910
1744 Richmond Ave
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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Millbrook
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$900
3632 Cushing Dr. Winter Discount!!
3632 Cushing Dr Apt D Columbus, OH
2 BR | Ask for Availability
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$999
The Triad Apartments
33 S Washington Ave Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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$995
373-375 N Roosevelt Ave
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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$899
3605 Cushing Dr
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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$950
1647 Smith Rd
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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$895
1 Bedroom On Osu Campus
1669 N 4th St Apartment A2 Columbus, OH
1 BR | Aug. 15, 2026
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Weinland Park
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$700 - 900
1470 King Apartments
1470 King Ave Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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Fifth by Northwest
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$695
209 N James Rd
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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$900
Renovated Townhome With Central Air And Off-street Parking
306 Stanaford Pl Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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$1,015
2233-2239 N Homestead Dr
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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$899
3001 Markham Rd
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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$920
397 S Chase Ave
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Available Now
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$995
142-144 W Park Ave
Columbus, OH
2 BR | Jan. 1, 2026
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Franklinton
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$999
Williams St 2369 MLR
2369 Williams St Columbus, OH
1 BR | Aug. 5, 2026
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University District
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$790
636 S Wheatland Ave
Columbus, OH
1 BR | Available Now
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

There are 347 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 153 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 9,903 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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