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Last updated on August 14, 2026
Average rent in
Columbus, OH
Average rent in
Last updated on August 14, 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 $1,419/month. Renters are paying $42 less per month than last year, but month over month rent increased by 1.3%, showing recent upward movement in prices.
Compared to national trends
Columbus is 26.3% more affordable than the $1,925/month national median, offering a more accessible rental market with 1,606 total rentals available across the city.
Price ranges
Studio rents in Columbus run around $1,038/month, 1-bedrooms at $1,179/month, and 2-bedrooms at $1,375/month, with 3-bedrooms at $1,700/month and 4+ bedrooms at $2,400/month. Houses have a median rent of $1,775/month, while apartments sit lower at $1,319/month, reflecting the inventory split with apartments making up 58.2% of total rentals.
Neighborhood spotlight
University rents rose 58.5% year over year to $2,397/month, and Northwood Park increased 51.7% to $2,650/month, while Indiana Forest climbed 24.6% to $2,236/month. These gains contrast with the citywide trend and show significant hyperlocal growth in these neighborhoods.
Median rent
Median rent in Columbus
$1,419/mo
1%vs previous year
The average rent in Columbus is $1,419 per month as of August 2026. This is 26% below the national average rent, or $506 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Columbus
1,606
for rent on Zumper.com as of August 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Columbus rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Columbus, OH
Average rent prices in Columbus have increased by 1% over the last month and have decreased by 1% 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 $1,319, whereas a house costs $1,775. 1-bedroom apartments in Columbus run $1,195 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,369.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,037 | No Change | 4% | |
1 bedroom | $1,179 |  1% | 4% | |
2 bedroom | $1,375 | 1% | 1% | |
3 bedroom | $1,700 | 1% | 2% | |
4 bedroom | $2,400 | 1% | 3% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Downtown Columbus | $1,797 | |
Grandview South | $1,590 | |
Indianola Terrace | $1,250 | |
Italian Village | $1,692 | |
North Linden | $1,127 | |
Old North Columbus | $1,465 | |
Short North | $1,622 | |
University | $2,650 | |
Victorian Village | $1,900 | |
Weinland Park | $1,400 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,319 | No Change | No Change | |
Condos | $1,600 | 2% | No Change | |
Houses | $1,775 | 2% | No Change | |
Rooms | $1,120 | 12% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$1,037
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
4%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,179
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
4%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,375
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
1%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,700
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
2%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,400
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
3%
Downtown Columbus
Average rent
$1,797
Weinland Park
Average rent
$1,400
Italian Village
Average rent
$1,692
Indianola Terrace
Average rent
$1,250
North Linden
Average rent
$1,127
Short North
Average rent
$1,622
Victorian Village
Average rent
$1,900
Old North Columbus
Average rent
$1,465
Grandview South
Average rent
$1,590
University
Average rent
$2,650
Apartments
Average rent
$1,319
Last 30 days
No Change
Condos
Average rent
$1,600
Last 30 days
2%
Houses
Average rent
$1,775
Last 30 days
2%
Rooms
Average rent
$1,120
Last 30 days
12%
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
17%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Columbus, OH is 11% lower than the median rent in Canal Winchester, OH.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,600
14%$1,575
3%$2,025
5%$1,400
3%$1,525
11%$1,602
5%$1,312
8%$1,920
2%$2,197
8%$2,505
5%$1,906
4%$1,219
32%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
15h ago
3540 Easton Loop W, Columbus, OH 43219
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$435–$1,708
Price drop
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
South Linden apartment for rent in Columbus
1 bed
1 bath
$550
Apartment for rent
Available Jan 8
5d+ ago
Merion Village condo for rent in Columbus
1 bed
1 bath
$575
Condo for rent
Available Aug 7
1d ago
2200 Foundation Dr, Columbus, OH 43219
2 beds
1 bath
$587–$1,340
Apartment for rent
7h ago
35 E Hubbard Ave, Columbus, OH 43215
2–3 beds
2–3 baths
$5,995–$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
5d+ ago
Scioto Trace house for rent in Columbus
2899 Katmai Dr #A, Columbus, OH 43228
2 beds
2.5 baths
$5,750
House for rent
23h ago
Verified
155 E Broad St, Columbus, OH 43215
1–3 beds
1–3 baths
$1,820–$7,030
Apartment for rent
4h ago
Verified
5020 Chatterton Rd, Columbus, OH 43232
1–2 beds
1 bath
$970–$1,126
Price drop
Apartment for rent
15h ago
Verified
250 Liberty St, Columbus, OH 43215
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,225–$2,595
Price drop
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
4314 Dresden St, Columbus, OH 43224
1–3 beds
1 bath
$885–$1,479
Apartment for rent
19m ago
Verified
5407 Edwards Plantation Dr, Columbus, OH 43221
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,215–$5,219
Apartment for rent
15h ago
Verified
250 Liberty St, Columbus, OH 43215
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,225–$2,595
Price drop
Apartment for rent
1h ago
Verified
2143 Winslow Dr, Columbus, OH 43207
Studio–3 beds
1 bath
$789–$1,129
Apartment for rent
3h ago
Verified
5451 Olivia Michal Pl, Columbus, OH 43081
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,250–$1,620
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 13
4h ago
Verified
860 Candlelite Ln, Columbus, OH 43035
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,519–$2,494
Apartment for rent
4h ago
Verified
5020 Chatterton Rd, Columbus, OH 43232
1–2 beds
1 bath
$970–$1,126
Price drop
Apartment for rent
15h ago
Verified
250 Liberty St, Columbus, OH 43215
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,225–$2,595
Price drop
Apartment for rent
19m ago
Verified
5407 Edwards Plantation Dr, Columbus, OH 43221
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,215–$5,219
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 $1,419 per month as of August 8, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Columbus?
Average rent prices in Columbus have increased by 1% over the last month and have decreased by 1% 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 $506 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Columbus?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Columbus are North Linden ($1,127/mo), Indianola Terrace ($1,250/mo), and Weinland Park ($1,400/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?
Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in Columbus average around $1,220/month and two-bedrooms approximately $1,410/month.
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).