Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on November 13, 2026
Average rent in
Columbus, OH
Average rent in
Last updated on November 13, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Columbus, OH rent slipped 5.0% year over year, with a current median of $1,410/month. Renters today are paying $74 less per month on average than last year, while month-to-month rent is essentially flat.
Compared to national trends
Columbus runs 25.8% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, offering a more accessible market for renters with 1,968 total rentals across the city.
Price ranges
Studios in Columbus sit around $1,004/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,150/month, 2-bedrooms at $1,338/month, 3-bedrooms at $1,700/month, and 4+ bedrooms at $2,800/month. Apartments make up 58.4% of rentals, with houses renting for a median of $1,750/month.
Neighborhood spotlight
In Columbus, OH, Stambaugh Elwood rents fell 66.2% year over year to $1,350/month, with Trabue Woods down 63.4% and Deer Creek down 58.0%. The citywide market is down 5.0%, so these steep declines represent localized shifts rather than a broad cooldown.
Median rent
Median rent in Columbus
$1,410/mo
5%vs previous year
The average rent in Columbus is $1,410 per month as of November 2026. This is 26% below the national average rent, or $490 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Columbus
1,968
for rent on Zumper.com as of November 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Columbus rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Columbus, OH
Average rent prices in Columbus have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 5% 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 $1,311, whereas a house costs $1,750. 1-bedroom apartments in Columbus run $1,155 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,325.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,004 | 2% | 7% | |
1 bedroom | $1,150 | No Change | 4% | |
2 bedroom | $1,338 | No Change | 4% | |
3 bedroom | $1,700 | No Change | 5% | |
4 bedroom | $2,800 | 2% |  4% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Downtown Columbus | $1,782 | |
Indiana Forest | $3,200 | |
Indianola Terrace | $1,595 | |
Italian Village | $1,709 | |
North Linden | $1,150 | |
Old North Columbus | $1,695 | |
Short North | $1,795 | |
South Campus | $1,672 | |
University | $2,800 | |
Weinland Park | $1,475 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,311 | 1% | 5% | |
Condos | $1,500 | 1% | 3% | |
Houses | $1,750 | No Change | 5% | |
Rooms | $1,080 | 3% | 9% |
Studio
Average rent
$1,004
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
7%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,150
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
4%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,338
Last year
4%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,700
Last year
5%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,800
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
4%
Downtown Columbus
Average rent
$1,782
Indianola Terrace
Average rent
$1,595
Old North Columbus
Average rent
$1,695
Weinland Park
Average rent
$1,475
Italian Village
Average rent
$1,709
University
Average rent
$2,800
North Linden
Average rent
$1,150
South Campus
Average rent
$1,672
Short North
Average rent
$1,795
Indiana Forest
Average rent
$3,200
Apartments
Average rent
$1,311
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
5%
Condos
Average rent
$1,500
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
3%
Houses
Average rent
$1,750
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
5%
Rooms
Average rent
$1,080
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
9%
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
26%lower than the national median
2%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Columbus, OH is 24% lower than the median rent in Canal Winchester, OH.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,856
12%$1,600
3%$1,888
5%$1,522
13%$1,657
18%$1,495
6%$1,737
9%$1,900
3%$1,410
4%$1,796
19%$1,720
1%$1,150
31%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 | 13% lower |
| Housing | 10% lower |
| Transportation | 9% lower |
| Utilities | 3% higher |
Discover rentals in Columbus, OH
1d ago
60 Obetz Rd, Columbus, OH 43207
1–2 beds
1 bath
$373–$1,282
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
860 Rhoads Ave, Columbus, OH 43205
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$390–$1,230
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
21h ago
120 S Central Ave, Columbus, OH 43222
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$401–$1,295
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
1d ago
1001 Atcheson St, Columbus, OH 43203
1–2 beds
1 bath
$416–$1,295
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Indiana Forest house for rent in Columbus
5 beds
2 baths
$6,750
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
Indiana Forest house for rent in Columbus
5 beds
1.5 baths
$6,750
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
8h ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$6,205
Price dropped $253Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
8h ago
Verified
3 beds
1 bath
$6,027
Price dropped $216Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
3h ago
Verified
250 Liberty St, Columbus, OH 43215
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$995–$2,595
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
4314 Dresden St, Columbus, OH 43224
1–3 beds
1 bath
$869–$1,427
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 15-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
5020 Chatterton Rd, Columbus, OH 43232
1–2 beds
1 bath
$948–$1,184
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects an 18-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
3058 Allegheny Ave, Columbus, OH 43209
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,049–$1,249
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
3h ago
Verified
250 Liberty St, Columbus, OH 43215
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$995–$2,595
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
4314 Dresden St, Columbus, OH 43224
1–3 beds
1 bath
$869–$1,427
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 15-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
5020 Chatterton Rd, Columbus, OH 43232
1–2 beds
1 bath
$948–$1,184
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects an 18-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
3058 Allegheny Ave, Columbus, OH 43209
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,049–$1,249
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
3h ago
Verified
250 Liberty St, Columbus, OH 43215
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$995–$2,595
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
4314 Dresden St, Columbus, OH 43224
2–3 beds
1 bath
$936–$1,427
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 15-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
5020 Chatterton Rd, Columbus, OH 43232
1–2 beds
1 bath
$948–$1,184
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects an 18-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
3058 Allegheny Ave, Columbus, OH 43209
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,049–$1,249
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.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 $1,410 per month as of November 7, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Columbus?
Average rent prices in Columbus have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 5% since last year.
How does Columbus rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Columbus is 26% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $490 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Columbus?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Columbus are North Linden ($1,150/mo), Weinland Park ($1,475/mo), and Indianola Terrace ($1,595/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Columbus?
To comfortably afford rent in Columbus, you'd need to earn approximately $56,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Columbus?
January and December offer the best opportunities for apartment hunting in Columbus, with January seeing the lowest rents and December being the least competitive month with reduced demand.
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).