What is the average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Downtown Columbus, Columbus, OH?

One-bedroom apartments in Downtown Columbus average around $1,700 per month in 2025, representing a 2.3% increase from the previous year. These units typically offer about 724 sqft of living space.

What is the average rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Downtown Columbus, Columbus, OH?

Two-bedroom apartments in Downtown Columbus rent for around $2,500 per month in 2025, up 8.7% from 2024. These units average approximately 1,187 sqft in size.

What is the average rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Downtown Columbus, Columbus, OH?

Three-bedroom apartments in Downtown Columbus average around $5,000 per month in 2025, showing a sharp increase of 16.9% from the previous year. These larger units typically span about 1,764 sqft.

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Columbus, Columbus, OH?

Downtown Columbus rental costs average around $1,900 per month across all apartment types in 2025, up 3.2% from 2024. Rent varies significantly by unit size, from around $1,200 for studios to around $5,000 for three-bedroom apartments.

What is the average apartment size in Downtown Columbus, Columbus, OH?

Apartments in Downtown Columbus average around 906 sqft across all unit types. Size varies considerably by bedroom count, with studios averaging 548 sqft and three-bedroom units offering approximately 1,764 sqft of space.

What type of apartment is most common in Downtown Columbus, Columbus, OH?

One-bedroom apartments are the most common rental type in Downtown Columbus, with about 97 listings available monthly. Two-bedroom units follow as the second most prevalent option with approximately 84 listings per month.

What type of apartment is least common in Downtown Columbus, Columbus, OH?

Three-bedroom apartments are the least common rental type in Downtown Columbus, with about 5 listings available monthly. Studios represent the second smallest segment with approximately 29 listings per month.

Cheap Apartments for Rent in Downtown Columbus, Columbus, OH

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Adelphi Quarter

820 E Long St, Columbus, OH 43203

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Dishwasher

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$989–$2,095

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Liberty Place Apartments

250 Liberty St, Columbus, OH 43215

Affordable | Garage parking | Swimming pool

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$995–$2,595

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Top amenities

Controlled Access

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5d+ ago

9.9

Excellent

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303 Front St

303 S Front St, Columbus, OH 43215

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Garage parking

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$999–$2,066

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Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Ceiling Fan

Elevator

Hardwood Floor

In-Unit Laundry

Storage

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2d ago

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446 S Yale Ave, Columbus, OH 43223

Affordable | On-site management | Outdoor space

2 beds

1 bath

$1,050

Apartment for rent

Available Jun 20

Top amenities

On-Site Management

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2d ago

8.8

Very good

Vera on Broad

366 E Broad St, Columbus, OH 43215

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Garage parking

Studio–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,060–$2,350

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Top amenities

Elevator

Fitness Center

In-Unit Laundry

Microwave

On-Site Laundry

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9.6

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The Guild

303 E 6th Ave, Columbus, OH 43201

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Storage

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,163–$3,180

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Top amenities

Elevator

Fitness Center

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Management

Storage

Swimming Pool

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$1,229

33 S Washington Ave

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The Frisbie

750 E Broad St, Columbus, OH 43205

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Garage parking

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,200–$1,699

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Top amenities

Elevator

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

On-Site Management

Package Service

Storage

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Crossline

300 E 5th Ave, Columbus, OH 43201

Affordable | Garage parking | Dishwasher

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,215–$2,270

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Top amenities

Business Center

Fitness Center

Garage Parking

Roof Deck

Swimming Pool

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Edgehill Flats LLC

1155 Edgehill Rd, Grandview Heights, OH 43212

Affordable | Oven | Microwave

1 bed

1 bath

$1,225

Apartment for rent

Highly rated

5d+ ago

7.9

Very good

The Triad Apartments

33 S Washington Ave, Columbus, OH 43215

Affordable | On-site laundry | Storage

2 beds

1 bath

$1,229

Apartment for rent

Available Aug 11

Top amenities

Hardwood Floor

On-Site Laundry

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The Ethan

1179 E Main St, Columbus, OH 43205

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Dishwasher

1 bed

1 bath

$1,250–$1,550

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Top amenities

In-Unit Laundry

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394 S Guilford Ave, Columbus, OH 43223

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Storage

3 beds

1.5 baths

$1,450

House for rent

Available Jun 9

Top amenities

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

On-Site Management

Storage

3d ago

8.9

Very good

772res

772 N High St, Columbus, OH 43215

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Hardwood floor

1 bed

1 bath

$1,495

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

In-Unit Laundry

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8.5

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Luxury Living in the Short North!

1079 N High St, Columbus, OH 43201

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Garage parking

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,540–$2,525

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Dishwasher

Elevator

Fitness Center

Garage Parking

In-Unit Laundry

Microwave

10h ago

8.3

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65-71 S. Douglass St.

65 S Douglass St, Columbus, OH 43205

Affordable | Air conditioning

2 beds

1 bath

$1,550

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Rent special

23h ago

9.2

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50 S Grant Ave

50 S Grant Ave, Columbus, OH 43215

Affordable | Furnished

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,566–$3,581

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2BR/1.0BA

1368 Doten Ave, Grandview Heights, OH 43212

Affordable

2 beds

1 bath

$1,595

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4d ago

8.7

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409 Oak St

409 Oak St, Columbus, OH 43215

Affordable | Furnished

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,893–$2,611

Apartment for rent

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2d ago

8.7

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210 W. 5th Ave

210 W 5th Ave, Columbus, OH 43201

Affordable | Furnished

Studio–1 bed

1 bath

$1,900–$2,245

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2h ago

8.4

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Preston Centre

155 E Broad St, Columbus, OH 43215

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Dishwasher

1–3 beds

1–3 baths

$1,987–$7,400

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Ceiling Fan

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Hardwood Floor

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5d+ ago

Cheap Downtown Columbus condo for rent in Columbus

Affordable | Microwave

2 beds

1.5 baths

$2,250

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Parkside On Pearl

35 E Hubbard Ave, Columbus, OH 43215

Affordable | Hardwood floor | Walk-in closets

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,495–$7,495

Apartment for rent

1d ago

8.7

Very good

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41 E 9th Ave

41 E 9th Ave #2-206, Columbus, OH 43201

Affordable | Furnished

2 beds

2 baths

$2,590

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18 Buttles Ave, Columbus, OH 43215

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Assigned parking

1 bed

1 bath

$2,852

$2,699

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Assigned Parking

Central Heat

In-Unit Laundry

Package Service

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1494 N High St

1494 N High St #529, Columbus, OH 43201

Affordable | Furnished

3 beds

3 baths

$3,305

Apartment for rent

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