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5196 Karl Rd, Columbus, OH 43229, USA|Forest Park East
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Amenities for 5196 Karl Rd, Forest Park East
Apartment Amenities
| Utilities Included |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
Building
| Business Center | Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Garage Parking |
Services
| On-Site Management |
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Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
|---|
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About 5196 Karl Rd
*pre-listed ONLY** Welcome home to 5196 Karl Rd – a cozy and convenient space featuring comfortable living areas and easy access to local shops, dining, and public transit. This well-maintained unit is perfect for anyone seeking affordable living in a friendly neighborhood! • Property Restrictions • Pet Policy: Cats and dogs are permitted (2 max) ESA Animals Welcome At All PROPERTIES. No exotic pets. Smoking Policy: No smoking. • Property Description Details • Flooring: Mixed Parking: 1 Car Attached Garage Kitchen/Laundry Appliances Included: Stove, Fridge, Microwave, Dishwasher, Washer & Dryer Property Type: Duplex Utilities Included: None Landscaping: Tenant responsibility • Application, Lease Terms, and Fees • Application Fee: $100 per person (18 and older). If approved, $50.00 will go towards your admin fee. Security Deposit: Equal to 1 month's rent. Additional Fees: Lease-Signing Admin Fee (10% of rent). If applicable: Pet Rent (esa is exempt) ($50 per pet), Pet Acceptance Fee (esa is exempt) ($300 one-time non-refundable). Application Turnaround Time: 2-3 business days, depending on how quickly we get required information from you and your past landlord. Lease Length: 1 year Lease to Purchase Option: Not Available It's important to us that your new home is in tip-top shape and 100% ready for you to move in. Please allow up to 5 business days after your lease signing for final property inspection and move-in preparation activities (in most cases). • Company Policy - Common Reasons for Denial • Evictions or eviction filings in the last 5 years. Any filings found on screening are grounds for denial even if the case(s) were dismissed. Certain criminal convictions in the last 10 years. Residential EquiFax Credit score below 620. Scores are averaged for multiple applicants. Combined monthly household income of less than 3x rent. Income is combined for multiple applicants. Unable to show clean rental history (unless first time renting). This is not a complete list of qualifications, but a summary. All information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed and is subject to change. • Who am I renting from? • rl Property Management manages this property on behalf of the property owner. We take pride in the units that we manage, and treat them as we would our own. This means you can expect a well-maintained property, prompt service, and helpful responses if you have any questions or concerns. We manage homes and small apartment communities throughout Columbus and nearby areas. Our company has a 24/7 emergency maintenance hotline, online payments, and other convenience features to make things easier for our residents. You can find out more about our company at our website, [www.rlpmg.com](http www rlpmg com ) By submitting your information on this page you consent to being contacted by the Property Manager and RentEngine via SMS, phone, or email.
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 5196 Karl Rd compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.1 mile away
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Considerations
- Grow a garden indoors
- A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
Address details
| Neighborhood | Forest Park East |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 43229 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Forest Park East
2-bedroom apartments at 5196 Karl Rd cost about 12% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Columbus.
Median rents as of Sep 27 2025.
Forest Park East
Columbus
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2023 | $1,384 |
| November 2023 | $1,365 |
| December 2023 | $1,349 |
| January 2024 | $1,342 |
| February 2024 | $1,325 |
| March 2024 | $1,365 |
| April 2024 | $1,402 |
| May 2024 | $1,416 |
| June 2024 | $1,414 |
| July 2024 | $1,426 |
| August 2024 | $1,405 |
| September 2024 | $1,396 |
| October 2024 | $1,393 |
| November 2024 | $1,391 |
| December 2024 | $1,388 |
| January 2025 | $1,379 |
| February 2025 | $1,388 |
| March 2025 | $1,386 |
| April 2025 | $1,395 |
| May 2025 | $1,392 |
| June 2025 | $1,383 |
| July 2025 | $1,366 |
| August 2025 | $1,389 |
| September 2025 | $1,440 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2023 | $1,008 |
| November 2023 | $1,043 |
| December 2023 | $1,049 |
| January 2024 | $1,049 |
| February 2024 | $1,075 |
| March 2024 | $1,063 |
| April 2024 | $1,049 |
| May 2024 | $1,049 |
| June 2024 | $1,049 |
| July 2024 | $1,143 |
| August 2024 | $1,142 |
| September 2024 | $1,022 |
| October 2024 | $975 |
| November 2024 | $1,035 |
| December 2024 | $1,077 |
| January 2025 | $1,087 |
| February 2025 | $1,081 |
| March 2025 | $1,112 |
| April 2025 | $1,100 |
| May 2025 | $1,060 |
| June 2025 | $1,068 |
| July 2025 | $1,105 |
| August 2025 | $1,096 |
| September 2025 | $1,075 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 5196 Karl Rd
Parkmoor Elementary School
1711 penworth dr
columbus, OH, 43229
PK, K-5Public
C
Oakland Park Elementary School
3392 atwood ter
columbus, OH, 43224
PK, K-5Public
C
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
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Getting around Columbus near 5196 Karl Rd
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 5196 Karl Rd, Columbus
Groceries
5/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk
Shopping
4/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
2/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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