Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on June 29, 2026
Average rent in
Columbus, OH
Average rent in
Last updated on June 29, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Columbus rent stands today
Columbus, OH rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $1,425/month. Month over month, rent slipped 0.7%, showing a slight recent easing in the market.
Compared to national trends
Columbus sits 26.9% more affordable than the $1,950/month national median, making it a more accessible market for renters seeking value in the Midwest. The city offers 1,650 total rentals across various neighborhoods and unit types.
Price ranges
Studios in Columbus run around $1,078/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,179/month, 2-bedrooms around $1,375/month, and 4+ bedrooms at $2,550/month. Houses rent for a median of $1,800/month while apartments sit at $1,325/month, reflecting distinct price tiers.
Neighborhood spotlight
Northwood Park rents rose 61.1% year over year to $2,397/month, with University and Sweetwater neighborhoods also climbing over 20%. This contrasts with citywide flat rents and shows strong local variation in Columbus, OH.
Median rent
Median rent in Columbus
$1,425/mo
vs previous year
The average rent in Columbus is $1,425 per month as of June 2026. This is 27% below the national average rent, or $525 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Columbus
1,650
for rent on Zumper.com as of June 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Columbus rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Columbus, OH
Average rent prices in Columbus have decreased by 1% over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Columbus, OH
Rent prices in Columbus vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Columbus is $1,325, whereas a house costs $1,800. 1-bedroom apartments in Columbus run $1,195 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,375.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,078 |  1% |  1% | |
1 bedroom | $1,179 | 1% | 2% | |
2 bedroom | $1,375 | 1% | 2% | |
3 bedroom | $1,795 | No Change | 1% | |
4 bedroom | $2,550 | 1% | 8% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Downtown Columbus | $1,772 | |
Indianola Terrace | $1,300 | |
Italian Village | $1,598 | |
North Linden | $1,100 | |
Old North Columbus | $1,362 | |
Olde Town East | $1,350 | |
Short North | $1,520 | |
South Campus | $1,395 | |
Victorian Village | $1,995 | |
Weinland Park | $1,452 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,325 | No Change | No Change | |
Condos | $1,500 | 4% | No Change | |
Houses | $1,800 | 4% | No Change | |
Rooms | $1,079 | 5% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$1,078
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
1%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,179
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
2%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,375
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
2%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,795
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
1%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,550
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
8%
Downtown Columbus
Average rent
$1,772
Weinland Park
Average rent
$1,452
Italian Village
Average rent
$1,598
Indianola Terrace
Average rent
$1,300
Old North Columbus
Average rent
$1,362
North Linden
Average rent
$1,100
Short North
Average rent
$1,520
South Campus
Average rent
$1,395
Victorian Village
Average rent
$1,995
Olde Town East
Average rent
$1,350
Apartments
Average rent
$1,325
Last 30 days
No Change
Condos
Average rent
$1,500
Last 30 days
4%
Houses
Average rent
$1,800
Last 30 days
4%
Rooms
Average rent
$1,079
Last 30 days
5%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Columbus, OH, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Columbus, OH compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Columbus and Canal Winchester by all bedroom counts and property types.
Columbus
27%lower than the national median
16%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Columbus, OH is 13% lower than the median rent in Canal Winchester, OH.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,635
15%$1,485
2%$2,500
47%$1,325
18%$1,567
7%$1,649
1%$1,365
26%$1,910
5%$1,495
1%$2,350
17%$1,650
11%$1,050
30%Cost of living in Columbus, OH
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 10% lower |
| Groceries | 1% higher |
| Health | 16% lower |
| Housing | 8% lower |
| Transportation | 9% lower |
| Utilities | 2% higher |
Discover rentals in Columbus, OH
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Columbus
853 E Jenkins Ave Storage West 4 #4, Columbus, OH 43207
Studio
0 baths
$300
Apartment for rent
Available Mar 17
1d ago
2200 Foundation Dr, Columbus, OH 43219
2 beds
1 bath
$587–$1,323
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
5125 Cedar Drive, Columbus, OH 43232
1–2 beds
1 bath
$649–$995
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Westbrook Ct, Columbus, OH 43204
1–2 beds
1 bath
$675–$775
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Indiana Forest house for rent in Columbus
182 E Lane Ave, Columbus, OH 43201
Studio
2.5 baths
$7,643
House for rent
Available Aug 1
4d ago
35 E Hubbard Ave, Columbus, OH 43215
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,495–$7,495
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Columbus
5055 Slate Run Woods Ct, Columbus, OH 43220
4 beds
4 baths
$6,000
Apartment for rent
2d ago
797 N Wall St, Columbus, OH 43215
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,925–$5,995
Apartment for rent
15h ago
Verified
250 Liberty St, Columbus, OH 43215
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$995–$2,595
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
4314 Dresden St, Columbus, OH 43224
1–3 beds
1 bath
$981–$1,449
Price drop
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
5020 Chatterton Rd, Columbus, OH 43232
1–2 beds
1 bath
$867–$1,177
Price drop
Apartment for rent
48m ago
Verified
5353 Wilcox Rd, Columbus, OH 43016
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,232–$2,775
Price drop
Apartment for rent
15h ago
Verified
250 Liberty St, Columbus, OH 43215
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$995–$2,595
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
5020 Chatterton Rd, Columbus, OH 43232
1–2 beds
1 bath
$867–$1,177
Price drop
Apartment for rent
48m ago
Verified
5353 Wilcox Rd, Columbus, OH 43016
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,232–$2,775
Price drop
Apartment for rent
48m ago
Verified
351 Peat Moss Dr, Columbus, OH 43235
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,074–$1,675
Apartment for rent
15h ago
Verified
250 Liberty St, Columbus, OH 43215
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$995–$2,595
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
4314 Dresden St, Columbus, OH 43224
1–3 beds
1 bath
$981–$1,449
Price drop
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
5020 Chatterton Rd, Columbus, OH 43232
1–2 beds
1 bath
$867–$1,177
Price drop
Apartment for rent
48m ago
Verified
5353 Wilcox Rd, Columbus, OH 43016
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,232–$2,775
Price drop
Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Columbus, OH
Quick answers to common questions about the Columbus rental market.
How much is rent in Columbus?
The average rent in Columbus is $1,425 per month as of June 27, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Columbus?
Average rent prices in Columbus have decreased by 1% over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
How does Columbus rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Columbus is 27% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $525 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Columbus?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Columbus are North Linden ($1,100/mo), Indianola Terrace ($1,300/mo), and Olde Town East ($1,350/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Columbus?
To comfortably afford rent in Columbus, you'd need to earn approximately $57,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Columbus?
Columbus, Ohio rental prices in 2025 show one-bedroom apartments averaging around $1,200 per month, while two-bedroom units rent for around $1,400 monthly. These figures reflect the current market conditions across the city's diverse neighborhoods.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).