Renting in Columbus: What's the cheapest apartment available right now?

Renting in Columbus: What's the cheapest apartment available right now?101 E. 14th Ave. | Photo: Zumper
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Published on August 12, 2019

According to rental site Zumper, median rents for a one-bedroom in Columbus are hovering around $750. But how does the low-end pricing on a Columbus rental look these days — and what might you get for your money?

We took a look at local listings for studios and one-bedroom apartments from Zumper and Apartment Guide to find out what price-conscious apartment seekers can expect to find.

Take a look at the cheapest listings available right now, below. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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1980 Belcher Drive

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

This one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, situated at 1980 Belcher Drive in Maize-Morse, is listed for $535/month for its 680 square feet.

In the unit, anticipate a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting and a walk-in closet. Building amenities include on-site laundry and a swimming pool. Pet lovers are in luck: Cats and dogs are allowed.

Per Walk Score ratings, this location is moderately walkable, is relatively bikeable and has a few nearby public transportation options.

(See the complete listing here.)

283 Clarendon Ave.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Then there's this 500-square-foot residence with one bedroom and one bathroom at 283 Clarendon Ave. in Central Hilltop, listed at $550/month.

Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: This spot doesn't allow cats or dogs. The building offers assigned parking. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee.

According to Walk Score, this location is moderately walkable, is very bikeable and has a few nearby public transportation options.

(See the listing here.)

245 S. 21st St.

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Photo: Zumper

Next up is this one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, located at 245 S. 21st St. in Olde Town East and listed for $590/month.

Building amenities include additional storage space, assigned parking and on-site laundry. In the unit, look for carpeted floors. Hairball alert: Cats are permitted.

Per Walk Score ratings, this location is friendly for those on foot, is quite bikeable and has good transit options.

(Here's the listing.)

2346 Parkgreen Place

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

This one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, situated at 2346 Parkgreen Place in Forest Park East, is listed for $599/month for its 576 square feet.

In the apartment, you'll find in-unit laundry and a balcony. Good news for animal lovers: Both dogs and cats are welcome here. The building offers additional storage space.

Walk Score indicates that the area around this address is moderately walkable, is bikeable and has a few nearby public transportation options.

(See the listing here.)

101 E. 14th Ave.

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Photo: Zumper

Over at 101 E. 14th Ave. in the Ohio State University, there's this 384-square-foot studio apartment, that's also going for $599/month.

The apartment has central heating and air conditioning. Luckily for pet owners, both dogs and cats are allowed. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.

Per Walk Score ratings, the surrounding area is friendly for those on foot, is convenient for biking and has good transit options.

(View the listing here.)


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