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266 E Gay St, Columbus, OH 43215, USA|Downtown Columbus
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MDC Realty Limited
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Property Overview
Located in a vibrant area with 87 parks and 354 restaurants within a mile, this property supports an active lifestyle and social scene. Additionally, it offers proximity to a top-rated middle school and numerous fitness facilities, making it appealing for those interested in wellness. With ample outdoor spaces and pet-friendly features, it caters well to pet owners and outdoor enthusiasts alike.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Middle school nearby- Images Available
Great for
Wellness
Pet owners
Social life
Amenities for 266 E Gay St, Downtown Columbus
Apartment Amenities
| Dryer | Forced Air |
| Garage Detached | Hardwood Floor |
| Patio |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Garbage Disposal |
| In-Unit Laundry | Range/Oven |
| Refrigerator |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Garage Parking | Outdoor Space |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Dog policy
| Allowed |
|---|
Cat policy
| Allowed |
|---|
Contact for more information on pet policy.
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About 266 E Gay St
One bedroom, garden flat in the Neighborhood Launch now available for lease! Hardwood floors, granite countertops, and high end appliances make this the perfect retreat for someone who loves living or working in the downtown Columbus area. This unit also features a private front patio and one car garage. Don't miss your opportunity to call this well appointed condominium home! Pets OK with approval and additional fees Professionally managed with 24/7 maintenance & online payment portal.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 266 E Gay St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Downtown Columbus |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 43215 |
| Type | Condo for rent |
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Rent trends in Downtown Columbus
1-bedroom apartments at 266 E Gay St cost about 2% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Columbus.
Median rents as of Oct 11 2025.
Downtown Columbus
Columbus
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2023 | $1,195 |
| November 2023 | $1,180 |
| December 2023 | $1,072 |
| January 2024 | $1,074 |
| February 2024 | $1,129 |
| March 2024 | $1,208 |
| April 2024 | $1,236 |
| May 2024 | $1,250 |
| June 2024 | $1,245 |
| July 2024 | $1,273 |
| August 2024 | $1,249 |
| September 2024 | $1,230 |
| October 2024 | $1,212 |
| November 2024 | $1,200 |
| December 2024 | $1,192 |
| January 2025 | $1,197 |
| February 2025 | $1,210 |
| March 2025 | $1,200 |
| April 2025 | $1,168 |
| May 2025 | $1,173 |
| June 2025 | $1,191 |
| July 2025 | $1,211 |
| August 2025 | $1,224 |
| September 2025 | $1,244 |
| October 2025 | $1,237 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2023 | $1,594 |
| November 2023 | $1,614 |
| December 2023 | $1,597 |
| January 2024 | $1,601 |
| February 2024 | $1,570 |
| March 2024 | $1,501 |
| April 2024 | $1,704 |
| May 2024 | $1,848 |
| June 2024 | $1,687 |
| July 2024 | $1,836 |
| August 2024 | $1,623 |
| September 2024 | $1,583 |
| October 2024 | $1,511 |
| November 2024 | $1,526 |
| December 2024 | $1,518 |
| January 2025 | $1,554 |
| February 2025 | $1,559 |
| March 2025 | $1,628 |
| April 2025 | $1,683 |
| May 2025 | $1,650 |
| June 2025 | $1,643 |
| July 2025 | $1,642 |
| August 2025 | $1,645 |
| September 2025 | $1,668 |
| October 2025 | $1,659 |
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Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 266 E Gay St
Beatty Park Elementary School
519 trevitt st
columbus, OH, 43203
K-5Public
C-
Special Education Center
1490 e main st
columbus, OH, 43205
PK, K-12Public
Oakland Park Elementary School
3392 atwood ter
columbus, OH, 43224
PK, K-5Public
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Neighborhood
Downtown Columbus | Columbus, OH
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Columbus near 266 E Gay St
Walking
8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
6/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 266 E Gay St, Columbus
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
8/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
6/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
7/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk
Explore the area around 266 E Gay St
The Hills Market Downtown
95 N Grant Ave
Bravo
750 E Long St
Kroger
150 W Sycamore St
Plaza Grocery & Meat
1050 Mount Vernon Ave
Little's Village IGA
704 Parsons Ave
Anthropologie
625 N High St
1812 Society
65 E State St
Flying Gentlemen Mercantile
14 E Gay St
B.loved Bridal Boutique
36 W Gay St
Urban Affair LLC
Brioso Roastery & Coffee Bar
329 E Long St
The Roosevelt Coffeehouse
300 E Long St
Confessions Coffee Inc
20 S 3rd St
Schokko Cafe
480 E Broad St Columbus Museum Of Art
Starbucks
88 E Broad St
Matt and Tony's Kitchen X Tavern
340 E Gay St
Slammers
202 E Long St
Butcher & Rose
155 E Broad St
Tip Top
73 E Gay St
Wolfs Ridge Brewing
215 N 4th St
Einstein Bros Bagels
41 S High St
J's Sweet Treats & Wedding Cakes
400 N High St
A Blessed Cookie Company
3 Nationwide Plz
Kennedys Kakes
310 S High St
Biscuits By Daddy-O
821 E Long St
Deaf School Park
Columbus Commons
Richter Worker's Memorial Park
Sensenbrenner Park
Dorrian Commons Park
Domino's
342 E Gay St
Matt and Tony's Kitchen X Tavern
340 E Gay St
Pat & Gracies
340 E Gay St
Pierogi Mountain
105 N Grant Ave
Jimmy John's
325 E Long St
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