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Houses for Rent in Columbus, OH

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  • a living room with a leather couch and a television
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    Noddymill Lane, Worthington, OH 43085
    2 BEDS $1,500
  • a kitchen with stainless steel appliances and marble counter tops
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    Annagladys Lane, Worthington, OH 43085
    2 BEDS $1,300
  • A black stove top oven with four burners and a black refrigerator in a kitchen.
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    2317 Neil Ave, Columbus, OH 43201
    2 BEDS $1,350
  • A brick house with a white door and a small porch.
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    1297 South James Road, Columbus, OH 43227
    2 BEDS $1,300
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Columbus, OH rent trends

Check out the average rent prices in Columbus by neighborhood.

Compared to the national average rent of $1,750, the average rent in Columbus, OH is $1,340.

Average rent in Columbus, OH

$1,340/mo Columbus, OH average rental price, September 2025
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The average monthly rent of apartments in Columbus, OH is $1,340.

What's the typical rent budget in Columbus, OH?

About 20% of apartment rents in Columbus, OH range between $1,501-$2,000. Meanwhile, apartments around $2,001-$2,500 represent 4% of apartments. Around 54% of Columbus’s apartments are in the $1,001-$1,500 price range. 20% of apartments are priced ≤ $1000. A share of 1% of apartment rentals in Columbus are in the $2,501-$3,000 range. There are 1% of apartment rentals in Columbus in the > $3,000 range.

The largest share of rentals in Columbus, OH (54%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Getting around in Columbus, OH

52 /100
Somewhat Walkable
46 /100
Some Transit
48 /100
Somewhat Bikeable
Walk Score®: 52, Transit Score®: 46, Bike Score®: 48

Frequently asked questions

How much is the rent for a house in Columbus, OH?

The price range of a house for rent is between $1,100 and $2,730.

How many houses are available in Columbus, OH on RentCafe?

There are 10 house rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Columbus, OH were last updated on 18 Nov 2025.

What is the average size of a rental house in Columbus, OH?

The average Columbus, OH rental house size is 1,266 sq. ft.

What are the advantages of renting a house in Columbus, OH?

Renting a house in Columbus, OH comes with more space, both indoor and outdoor.

What are the downsides of renting a house apartment in Columbus, OH?

Houses for rent in Columbus, OH are usually located in non-central areas.

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Do you want a house with a backyard, a grill area, that offers you privacy and enough space for your family? RentCafe offers you the possibility to look for a house for rent near you, to find the one that best suits your family. Browsing through our listings, you can filter by size, price, pet policy, check out the location, to find the best house in your area. Whether you are looking to move to a particular neighborhood, or a specific ZIP code, may it be for its safety, beautiful buildings, or quiet atmosphere, you can find the rental house that your whole family will enjoy.

Your next home is out there, whether you are looking for a house for rent near you or anywhere in the U.S. Easily browse houses for rent with availability updated daily, and let's find the one that is perfect for you!

Renting a house in Columbus, OH

Those looking for a cozy home with lots of living and storage space and a backyard, and also like the freedom of renting, rental homes can offer the best of both worlds. This segment of the rental market has become very popular and the selection is better than ever. In Columbus, OH there is 1 home for rent including duplexes, townhomes and single family homes for rent. If you are flexible about the location, you will find cheap houses to rent by searching a little further away from downtown, for as little as $1,100, or, if you’re willing to pay a little extra, take a look at what’s available in some of the best residential areas in town, and you’ll be surprised to find a nice selection of single-family houses renting for up to $1,200.

When you rent a house you can have as little or as much space as you wish

While apartments can be more limiting space wise, when you rent a house, you have a little more wiggle room (pun intended). Smaller 1 bedroom homes are perfect for a couple, 2 bedroom homes for those who need an extra bedroom for guests or for a baby, 3 bedroom and 4 bedroom homes that are just right for families with children. Larger rental homes are also great for sharing with roommates, whether you’re looking for something close to work, close to your college campus, or just close to shopping and entertainment.

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