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Highlights

  • Central air conditioning
  • Off-street parking
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Hardwood flooring
  • Fenced in yard

Location

686 Neil Ave, Columbus, OH 43215, USA|Victorian Village
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Management

Portfolio NCR - NorthSteppe Realty

Leasing office

(614) 299-4110

Property Overview

Neil Ave 686-688 MLR is highly rated with an overall Zumper score of 8.3, reflecting an excellent blend of amenities, pricing, and location. It features notable characteristics like central air conditioning, off-street parking, and stainless steel appliances, making it appealing to potential renters. Additionally, its impressive amenities score of 10 and a convenient distance of just 2.35 miles to public transport enhance its desirability, while a trustworthiness rating of 8 reinforces the clarity of its property description.

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.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Neil Ave 686-688 MLR is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Neil Ave 686-688 MLR has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Outdoor space

Great for

  • Eco living
  • Social life

Floor plans

4BR/1.5BA4 bed1.5 bath$2,600 /mo1 unit availableThis 2nd and 3rd floor unit has beautifully refinished hardwood floors, central air conditioning, high ceilings, rear deck, backyard and off-street parking.

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Amenities for Neil Ave 686-688 MLR

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCentral Air Conditioning
DeckHardwood Floor
High CeilingHigh Ceilings

Appliances

In-Unit LaundryWasher and Dryer

Grounds

BackyardOff-Street Parking
Outdoor SpaceYard
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

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One-time. Refundable.

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About Neil Ave 686-688 MLR

HomeApartments in ColumbusVictorian Village Neil Ave 686-688 MLR

This 2nd and 3rd floor unit has beautifully refinished hardwood floors, central air conditioning, high ceilings, rear deck, backyard and off-street parking.


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Neil Ave 686-688 MLR is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Neil Ave 686-688 MLR has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Neil Ave 686-688 MLR
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, Neil Ave 686-688 MLR is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Victorian Village. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·10A 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.
Neil Ave 686-688 MLR stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—in-unit laundry—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Neil Ave 686-688 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 Neil Ave 686-688 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·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.

Neil Ave 686-688 MLR is great for:

Eco living

  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • 49 parks within a mile
  • Public transit available nearby

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 246 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Area has 49 parks and recreation options
  • 112 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile

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 Neil Ave 686-688 MLR compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 4-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
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Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Victorian Village

4-bedroom apartments at Neil Ave 686-688 MLR cost about 19% less than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Victorian Village.

Median rents as of Mar 14 2026.
Victorian Village
Columbus
A table of studio rental data trends in Columbus
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$995
April 2024$995
May 2024$995
June 2024$1,007
July 2024$1,012
August 2024$1,018
September 2024$1,033
October 2024$999
November 2024$1,036
December 2024$1,069
January 2025$1,063
February 2025$1,028
March 2025$1,024
April 2025$1,055
May 2025$1,108
June 2025$1,082
July 2025$1,093
August 2025$1,088
September 2025$1,121
October 2025$1,083
November 2025$1,079
December 2025$981
January 2026$965
February 2026$994
March 2026$995
A table of studio rental data trends in Victorian Village
MonthMedian Rent
March 2025$1,325

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Bedrooms

4+ bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$104,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $104,000 annually to afford this 4-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,600.
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Schools near Neil Ave 686-688 MLR

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

Linden Park Neighborhood Early Childhood Education Center

1400 myrtle ave

columbus, OH, 43211

PKPublic

East Franklin Elementary School

1955 richmond rd

columbus, OH, 43223

PK, K-4Public
C+

Oakland Park Elementary School

3392 atwood ter

columbus, OH, 43224

PK, K-5Public
C
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Getting around Columbus near 686 Neil Ave

Walking

8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 686 Neil Ave, Columbus

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-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

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

7/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk

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