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Highlights
- Off-street parking
- Spacious living room
- Lvp flooring
Location
987 Lilley Ave, Columbus, OH 43206, USA|Driving Park
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Property Overview
987 Lilley Ave features notable amenities such as off-street parking, a spacious living room, and LVP flooring, contributing to a commendable living experience. With an impressive amenities rating of 9 and a location rating of 9, residents enjoy easy access to key points of interest and transportation. Additionally, a trustworthiness rating of 8 indicates transparency in the property's description, providing potential renters with confidence in their decision.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Middle school nearby
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | $855 /mo | 1 unit available | Welcome to your new home in the lovely Driving Park community, surrounded by parks, schools, and local amenities. This charming 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom unit features a spacious living room that’s perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The kitchen is equipped with a new stove and refrigerator, along with plenty of counter space for cooking and meal prep. Both bedrooms are roomy and comfortable, featuring new LVP flooring and a fresh coat of paint throughout the home. Each room also includes a window AC unit to keep you cool during the warmer months. Enjoy the convenience of a shared basement and a rear parking lot, plus plenty of off-street parking available in the area. This home is move-in ready. General Application Requirements: – Credit score of 600 or higher – Income must be at least 2.5x the monthly rent – No prior evictions (including dismissals) Housing Voucher Applicants: – No prior evictions (including dismissals) – At least 6 months of work history – No prior felony convictions Pet Policy: We welcome all pets. There is a $300 non-refundable pet fee and $35/month pet rent per animal. |
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Amenities for 987 Lilley Ave
Apartment Amenities
| Trash |
Appliances
| Fridge | Range |
| Refrigerator | Stove |
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
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REQUIRED FEES
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One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 4 |
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About 987 Lilley Ave
Welcome to your new home in the lovely Driving Park community, surrounded by parks, schools, and local amenities. This charming 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom unit features a spacious living room that’s perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The kitchen is equipped with a new stove and refrigerator, along with plenty of counter space for cooking and meal prep. Both bedrooms are roomy and comfortable, featuring new LVP flooring and a fresh coat of paint throughout the home. Each room also includes a window AC unit to keep you cool during the warmer months. Enjoy the convenience of a shared basement and a rear parking lot, plus plenty of off-street parking available in the area. This home is move-in ready. General Application Requirements: – Credit score of 600 or higher – Income must be at least 2.5x the monthly rent – No prior evictions (including dismissals) Housing Voucher Applicants: – No prior evictions (including dismissals) – At least 6 months of work history – No prior felony convictions Pet Policy: We welcome all pets. There is a $300 non-refundable pet fee and $35/month pet rent per animal.
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.
6.8
/10
Good987 Lilley Ave is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Price, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
Price·4A 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.
Monthly rent at 987 Lilley Ave is less expensive than other properties in the neighborhood. Because of the risk associated with the significant cost difference, this building received a 4/10. Expect to pay less, but only get the basic necessities.
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.
987 Lilley Ave goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including trash. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 987 Lilley Ave 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.
987 Lilley Ave 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 987 Lilley Ave does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.
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 987 Lilley Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
Considerations
- 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
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Rent trends in Driving Park
2-bedroom apartments at 987 Lilley Ave cost about 29% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Driving Park.
Median rents as of Jan 31 2026.
Driving Park
Columbus
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $1,230 |
| November 2025 | $1,207 |
| December 2025 | $1,168 |
| January 2026 | $1,150 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2025 | $900 |
| March 2025 | $900 |
| October 2025 | $925 |
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Can I afford to live at 987 Lilley Ave?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$34,200/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $34,200 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $855.
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Schools near 987 Lilley Ave
Fairwood Elementary School
726 fairwood ave
columbus, OH, 43205
PK, K-6Public
C-
Special Education Center
1490 e main st
columbus, OH, 43205
PK, K-12Public
Beatty Park Elementary School
519 trevitt st
columbus, OH, 43203
K-5Public
C-
Oakland Park Elementary School
3392 atwood ter
columbus, OH, 43224
PK, K-5Public
C
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Getting around Columbus near 987 Lilley Ave
Walking
6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 987 Lilley Ave, Columbus
Groceries
3/10
At least one supermarket within a 30-minute walk
Shopping
3/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
3/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
6/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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