5+ Days Ago
Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Stainless steel appliances
- Beautiful hardwood floors
- Extremely spacious
Location
1481 Michigan Ave, Columbus, OH 43201, USA|Necko
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Property Overview
Michigan Ave 1481-1487 MLR receives a strong Zumper Expert Rating of 8.5, reflecting its competitive pricing and excellent amenities, which score 9 out of 10. With notable features such as stainless steel appliances and beautiful hardwood floors, the property is ideally located near popular points of interest, schools, and a vibrant social scene with 251 restaurants and diverse community spaces, making it great for pet owners and those seeking an active lifestyle. Additionally, it exhibits transparency with a trustworthiness rating of 7 out of 10.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “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
Great for
Pet owners
Social life
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | $1,199–$1,250 /mo | 2 units available | Charming OSU one bedroom apartment with stainless steel appliances, beautiful hardwood floors, and extremely spacious. Schedule your showing today. |
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Amenities for Michigan Ave 1481-1487 MLR
Apartment Amenities
| Hardwood Floor |
Appliances
| Stainless Steel Appliances |
Building
| Basement | Cats OK |
| Dogs OK | Full Basement |
Grounds
| Limited Off-Street Parking | Off-Street Parking |
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
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
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Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 8 |
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About Michigan Ave 1481-1487 MLR
Charming OSU one bedroom apartment with stainless steel appliances, beautiful hardwood floors, and extremely spacious. Schedule your showing today.
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.5
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Michigan Ave 1481-1487 MLR is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Michigan Ave 1481-1487 MLR has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Michigan Ave 1481-1487 MLR offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Michigan Ave 1481-1487 MLR goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including basement. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Michigan Ave 1481-1487 MLR receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Michigan Ave 1481-1487 MLR is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Michigan Ave 1481-1487 MLR does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Michigan Ave 1481-1487 MLR provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.
Michigan Ave 1481-1487 MLR is great for:
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 Michigan Ave 1481-1487 MLR compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
- No in-unit dishwasher
- Dishwashers aren't available
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Rent trends in Necko
1-bedroom apartments at Michigan Ave 1481-1487 MLR cost about 14% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Necko.
Median rents as of Mar 7 2026.
Necko
Columbus
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $1,207 |
| 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 | $1,230 |
| November 2025 | $1,207 |
| December 2025 | $1,168 |
| January 2026 | $1,150 |
| February 2026 | $1,148 |
| March 2026 | $1,150 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $1,650 |
| April 2024 | $1,650 |
| May 2024 | $1,550 |
| June 2024 | $1,404 |
| July 2024 | $1,417 |
| May 2025 | $1,055 |
| June 2025 | $1,055 |
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Can I afford to live at 1481 Michigan Ave?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$47,960/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $47,960 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,199.
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Schools near Michigan Ave 1481-1487 MLR
Beatty Park Elementary School
519 trevitt st
columbus, OH, 43203
K-5Public
C-
Linden Park Neighborhood Early Childhood Education Center
1400 myrtle ave
columbus, OH, 43211
PKPublic
Oakland Park Elementary School
3392 atwood ter
columbus, OH, 43224
PK, K-5Public
C
Special Education Center
1490 e main st
columbus, OH, 43205
PK, K-12Public
Cdcfc Capital Park Head Start
2150 agler rd
columbus, OH, 43224
PKPublic
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Getting around Columbus near 1481 Michigan Ave
Walking
8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
6/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
9/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.
Transit
4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 1481 Michigan Ave, Columbus
Groceries
7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
6/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
6/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
6/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk
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