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Highlights
- Large closets
- Private patio/balcony
- Extra storage
- Features
Location
5965 Mealla Rd, Westerville, OH 43081, USA|West Albany
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Property Overview
Large closets, a private patio/balcony, and extra storage stand out, offering practical comfort and added convenience. Strong value per square foot and a very short 0.14-mile distance to the nearest grocery store enhance everyday livability. With 15 photos available, renters can get a clear visual sense of the home and its key features.
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
More space- Images Available
- Laundry available on site
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 5965 Mealla Rd, West Albany
Features
| Balcony |
Appliances
| Garbage Disposal |
Community
| Laundry Hookups | Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Storage | Swimming Pool |
Services
| On-Site Management |
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About 5965 Mealla Rd
Apply now or schedule your self-tour today and take the first step toward getting more than just a place to live. Rent with FirstKey Homes for a home that's right for you, plus professional service and maintenance, innovative resident programs, and more… that's the power of purple! This 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom rental home in Westerville, OH, could be just what you’re looking for. Relax and unwind on the private patio/balcony. You're sure to love the convenience of large closets and extra storage. See the pictures to learn more. And apply soon – homes can go fast! This home is available to pre-lease! Reserve it by paying a refundable Hold Fee. (Exceptions apply in Colorado.) Find out more about Pre-Leasing at ? https www firstkeyhomes com pre-leasing ? This home is currently occupied and coming soon; please respect the current resident's privacy and do not disturb. Please note that the advertised price may exclude additional fees. These include a $55 application fee per applicant; a one-time $75 admin fee; an $11 monthly utility management fee; other mandatory fees, if applicable, for pool maintenance, pet fees/rent, smart home, internet service, and propane refilling; and optional fees for services like self-guided tours with third-party provider Rently ($1.99 to $11.99). HOAs may also charge mandatory application and amenity fees, where applicable, which must be paid directly to the HOA. For a comprehensive overview of all potential fees, please see our Rental Fees page. FirstKey Homes, LLC is an Equal Housing Lessor under the FHA. Applicable local, state and federal laws may apply. Lease terms and conditions apply. This is not an offer to rent-you must submit additional information for review and approval. Listed features may not be accurate; confirm details with a leasing representative. Certain cities and municipalities - including St. Louis and Chicago - require a home inspection prior to a new resident taking possession of the home. Please note that your move-in date could be adjusted to accommodate inspection requirements. Ask your leasing agent for more details. BEWARE OF RENTAL SCAMS: FirstKey Homes exclusively manages our homes (no third-party management). We do not lease homes through, Facebook Marketplace, or other classified advertising services. All applications and lease signing can only be completed through our online platform. We will never ask for wire transfers, cash apps like Venmo, Zelle, Cash App, PayPal, or any other transferring method to collect funds. Some photos may feature virtual furniture staging, which is intended to help visualize the space and potential designs. The rental home does not come with any furniture shown in the images and these virtual images do not represent actual furnishings. Listing photos are provided to help you select a home; all photos shown are for representative and illustrative purposes only but may not be exact. Colors and photo size may vary based on different resolutions, hue, brightness, contrast, or other photo variations. Photos on websites may be modified, changed, or amended at any time. For new construction homes, actual homes may vary; photos may be of similar home/floorplan; home may be under construction and photos may not be of actual home; individual homes, amenities, features, and views may differ.
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 5965 Mealla Rd compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 3-bedroom is 365 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- 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
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 2 miles away
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 3 miles away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
Address details
| Neighborhood | West Albany |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 43081 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in West Albany
3-bedroom apartments at 5965 Mealla Rd cost about 9% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Columbus.
Median rents as of May 30 2026.
West Albany
Columbus
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $1,748 |
| July 2024 | $1,741 |
| August 2024 | $1,744 |
| September 2024 | $1,736 |
| October 2024 | $1,740 |
| November 2024 | $1,712 |
| December 2024 | $1,696 |
| January 2025 | $1,699 |
| February 2025 | $1,710 |
| March 2025 | $1,753 |
| April 2025 | $1,800 |
| May 2025 | $1,800 |
| June 2025 | $1,800 |
| July 2025 | $1,796 |
| August 2025 | $1,804 |
| September 2025 | $1,800 |
| October 2025 | $1,798 |
| November 2025 | $1,785 |
| December 2025 | $1,749 |
| January 2026 | $1,750 |
| February 2026 | $1,758 |
| March 2026 | $1,769 |
| April 2026 | $1,792 |
| May 2026 | $1,766 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $2,415 |
| July 2024 | $2,400 |
| August 2024 | $2,530 |
| September 2024 | $2,550 |
| October 2024 | $2,550 |
| November 2024 | $2,438 |
| December 2024 | $2,448 |
| January 2025 | $2,400 |
| February 2025 | $2,461 |
| March 2025 | $2,637 |
| April 2025 | $2,858 |
| May 2025 | $2,910 |
| June 2025 | $2,725 |
| July 2025 | $2,687 |
| August 2025 | $2,573 |
| September 2025 | $2,479 |
| October 2025 | $2,399 |
| November 2025 | $2,502 |
| December 2025 | $2,539 |
| January 2026 | $2,488 |
| February 2026 | $2,485 |
| March 2026 | $2,472 |
| April 2026 | $2,583 |
| May 2026 | $2,679 |
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Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 5965 Mealla Rd
Mark Twain Elementary School
799 e walnut st
westerville, OH, 43081
K-5Public
B+
Early Learning Center
936 eastwind dr
westerville, OH, 43081
PKPublic
Northgate Intermediate School
6655 sharon woods blvd
columbus, OH, 43229
4-5Public
C
Gahanna - Jefferson Clark Hall
380 granville st
gahanna, OH, 43230
PK, KPublic
A-
Early Childhood Education And Family Center
2879 johnstown rd
columbus, OH, 43219
PKPublic
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Neighborhood
West Albany | Columbus, OH
Getting around Westerville near 5965 Mealla Rd
Walking
2/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
0/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.
Points of interest for 5965 Mealla Rd, Westerville
Groceries
0/10
Closest supermarket further than a 30-minute walk
Shopping
1/10
Few or no shops within walking distance
Cafes
2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
3/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
1/10
Closest elementary school further than a 30-minute walk
High schools
0/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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