Columbus/ Real Estate & Development
Published on January 08, 2020
Renting in Columbus: What's the cheapest apartment available right now? 940-950 East N. Broadway St. |  Photo: Zumper

Finding a good option for a reasonable price can be a challenge if you're looking for a rental on a budget. So what does the low-end pricing on a rental in Columbus look like these days — and what might you get for the price?

We took a look at local listings for studios and one-bedroom apartments in Columbus via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide to find out what budget-minded 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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47 Parsons Ave.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

First up, his one-bedroom, one-bathroom residence, situated at 47 Parsons Ave. in Olde Town East, is listed for $550/month for its 650 square feet.

In the unit, you're promised central heating and air conditioning and hardwood flooring. Cats and dogs are not welcome. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental.

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

(See the complete listing here.)

3814-3816 Cleveland Ave.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom living space at 3814-3816 Cleveland Ave. in North Linden, which, at 500 square feet, is also going for $550/month.

The unit has air conditioning. Pets are not welcome. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.

Per Walk Score ratings, this location isn't very walkable, is somewhat bikeable and has a few nearby public transportation options.

(See the full listing here.)

940-950 East N. Broadway St.

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Next up is this 650-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom living space, located at 940-950 East N. Broadway St. in North Linden and listed for $595/month.

The building includes on-site laundry. The residence also features hardwood flooring and central heating. If you've got a pet, you'll be happy to learn that cats and dogs are allowed. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee.

Walk Score indicates that the surrounding area is somewhat walkable, has some bike infrastructure and has some 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 unit, you'll find a balcony. The building features on-site laundry and additional storage space. Luckily for pet owners, both dogs and cats are welcome.

Walk Score indicates that this location is somewhat walkable, is fairly bikeable and has some transit options.

(See the listing here.)


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