100 Best Apartments in Columbus, OH (with reviews)

Q: What are the best apartments in Columbus, OH?

The best apartments in Columbus, OH are: Stonecrest , Heathermoor and Bedford Commons Apartments , Runaway Bay , The Residence at Christopher Wren Apartments and Springburne .

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Average rent in Columbus, OH

$1,184/mo Columbus, OH average rental price, October 2022

The average monthly rent of apartments in Columbus, OH is $1,184.

Columbus, OH apartment rent ranges

About 43% of apartment rents in Columbus, OH range between $1,001-$1,500. Meanwhile, apartments priced over $1,501-$2,000 represent 13% of apartments. Around 33% of Columbus’s apartments are in the $701-$1,000 price range. 6% of apartments are priced between $501-$700.

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Compared to the national average rent of $1,727, the average rent in Columbus, OH is $1,184.

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

What are the best apartments in Columbus, OH?

The best apartments in Columbus, OH are: Stonecrest, Heathermoor and Bedford Commons Apartments, Runaway Bay, The Residence at Christopher Wren Apartments and Springburne.

What is the average rent in Columbus, OH?

The average rent in Columbus, OH is $1,184. Start your search for apartments in Columbus, OH now.

What is the price range for a studio apartment in Columbus, OH?

The price range for a studio apartment in Columbus, OH is between $250 and $2,900. View all studio apartments in Columbus, OH.

What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Columbus, OH?

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Columbus, OH is between $385 and $3,800. Browse all available 1-bedroom apartments in Columbus, OH now.

What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Columbus, OH?

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Columbus, OH is between $453 and $9,999,999. Browse and find a 2-bedroom apartment in Columbus, OH.

What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Columbus, OH?

The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Columbus, OH is between $511 and $5,995. Browse all available 3-bedroom apartments in Columbus, OH.

What type of rental buildings are in Columbus, OH?

In Columbus 55% of the housing is rented out compared to 45% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 9% of Columbus’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 72% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 18% are single-family rentals.

What do typical apartment communities look like in Columbus, OH?

The age and size of multifamily buildings are among the most visible characteristics of the rental market in a city.  In this case, the apartment buildings in Columbus are about 36 years old, on average. Of these, 29% have been built since 2000, representing the newer options on the market and typically offering more amenities. Rental buildings in the city have an average height of 3 stories. About 91% of the rental communities here are low-rise, garden-style communities, 8% are mid-rises, and 1.0% are high-rise buildings. These are true especially for large-scale multifamily buildings with over 50 apartments.

What apartment floorplans are common in Columbus, OH?

Studio apartments in Columbus are around 3% of rentals, while 1-bedroom floor plans represent 38% of the total stock. For those in search of larger rentals, 2-bedroom floorplans make up 52% of all rentals. More generous apartments with 3 bedrooms or more are also available in this city for those in search of more space.

Columbus, OH in the news

Renting Out the Neighborhood: 101 Zip Codes Switch From Homeowner to Renter Majority

The first zip code on the list is 43240 in Columbus, OH. About 68% of the people living in Columbus’ 43420 are renters — as a result of a whopping 157% increase in the last 10 years. A densely populated area, the zip code largely overlaps with the Polaris neighborhood, which is home to a community of young renters with a median age of 31. Here, residents earn a per capita income of $43,000 — 25% higher than that of the Columbus metro area, per Census data.

How Much Apartment Space Does $1,500 Get You in America’s 100 Largest Cities

With 1,230 square feet, Columbus, OH sits at number 17 in the top cities where renters can get the most space for $1,500 a month.

Built-to-Rent Homes Expected to Hit All-Time High in 2022, Fueled by Need for Space and Privacy

Columbus, OH, is the second-most popular metro, with 4,780 homes in built-to-rent communities. On the fast track to becoming one of the country’s most prosperous job hubs, the area surrounding Ohio’s largest city has seen consistent population and employment growth in recent years.

Vibrant Small Towns in America's Heartland Are the Best Cities for Gen Z Renters

Even the largest cities in the ranking are in fact mid-sized vibrant Midwestern cities that feel like home for many young adults: for instance, Columbus, OH, (population 880K), ranked 20th in the top trendiest locations for Gen Z.

Renter's guide to Columbus, OH

The city of Columbus, Ohio is the largest city in the state and is also the capital. Columbus is the 15^th largest city in the country with a population of around 805,100 people. In 2012, Columbus was ranked as one of Business Week’s Best Fifty Cities in America. Forbes magazine also recognized Columbus as being one of the top cities for businesses in the nation in 2013, giving it an A rating.

Columbus is only 106 miles from Cincinnati, the third largest city in Ohio. Columbus is 143 miles to Cleveland, the second largest city in Ohio. Columbus is about 350 miles to Chicago, Illinios another major city in the Midwest and a mere 146 miles to Toledo, Ohio. Columbus is only 183 miles from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

The weather in Columbus is humid in the summer and Columbus is known for having warm summers. However, the winters do not have heavy snowfall due to the city being too far south from Lake Eerie to experience the lake effect. Columbus is also out of the path of Nor’easters, further sparing it heavy winter snowstorms.

Tips for renting in Columbus, OH

In Columbus, renters’ rights are protected under the Ohio Landlord Law. One tip; before taking possession of an apartment, a good idea is to walk through and check items that may need to be repaired. If there are any, it is advisable to delay moving in until the repairs can be made.

Make sure the landlord promises to make the repairs in writing if a move cannot be stalled. Keep detailed records and request promises in writing from a landlord.

Columbus, OH demographics

889,079Total Population
455,328 Female

433,751 Male
32.4Median Age

Columbus, OH has a population of 889,079 according to the most recent data from the U.S. Census Bureau. 455,328 of Columbus’s residents are women and 433,751 are men. The median age of those who live in Columbus, OH is 32.4.

Living in Columbus, OH

Columbus is probably best known as being the home of The Ohio State University. The Ohio State University football team is a top ranked team year after year and their home games attract hundreds of thousands of people to the city. Columbus is also well known for its Zoo. Columbus has a top tier Zoo and Aquarium and a lively art scene but lack of public transit is one of Columbus’s weak spots.

Columbus, OH households

191,495 Family

171,131 Non-family
100,930 Children

261,696 No Children

362,626Total Number of Households
2.39Average People Per Household
$54,902Median Household Income

According to U.S. Census data, there are 362,626 households in Columbus, OH. 191,495 are family households and 171,131 are non-family households. There are 100,930 households with children in Columbus and 261,696 households without children. On average, about 2.39 people live in a household in Columbus, OH.

Things to do in Columbus, OH

Columbus has a fantastic dining scene. Brassica was named Columbus' Best New Restaurants of 2015 by Alive.com. Schmidt's Sausage Haus is an excellent place for German cuisine lovers, whereas Skillet, Rustic.Urban.Food is the go-to-place for those who fancy New American fare.

The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium offers wonderful opportunities to see animals such as the Zoo’s new polar bear cub, Nora. The aquarium also offers hands on opportunities for guests to touch marine animals like starfish. The Heart of Africa is a new Columbus zoo exhibit that spans 43 acres and features giraffes.

The Columbus Museum of Art, COMA, is a stand out in the Columbus art community. The museum hosts rotating exhibits, notably a Picasso exhibit, and also has its own impressive collection of art. This cultural hotspot offers fantastic opportunities to experience art in Columbus.

The Columbus Arts Festival has been held annually for nearly forty years and takes place along the Scioto River east side featuring nearly 300 artisans and craftspeople along with entertainment and food, ranging from gourmet to “street treats.”

The Ohio State Fair is an annual event that the Travel Channel calls “one of the country’s best state fairs.” The state fair is held every summer from late July until early August.

Parks in Columbus

Columbus has a variety of parks for residents to enjoy. Schiller Park is a favorite of many Columbus residents. Schiller Park features green space, a playground, tennis courts, fishing ponds and has an open air stage for outdoor entertainment. Whetstone Park is another top park in Columbus. The park is 146 acres with a rose garden, community center and athletic fields. Both these parks are free to the public.

Shopping in Columbus

Top tier shopping in Columbus can be found at Easton Town Center. Easton Town Center has stores like Nordstrom, Coach, and Apple and over twenty-one million shoppers visit Easton Town Center each year. The Short North district also offers shopping with many funky and unique boutiques.

Sports in Columbus

In addition to Ohio State University’s sports programs, Columbus has other exciting sports teams to follow. Columbus has a professional hockey team, the Blue Jackets. Attending a Blue Jackets game is fun for the entire family or a great date night. Columbus also has a minor league baseball team, the Columbus Clippers, who are a Triple A affiliate of the nearby Cleveland Indians. Columbus has the football fan, hockey fan, and baseball fan covered.

Columbus, OH employment & economy

The largest employer in Columbus is Ohio State University, which employs 29,000+ people. The State of Ohio is the second largest employer. Since Columbus is the capital it is no surprise the state employs so many people, around 22,000. JP Morgan Chase, which employs around 12,000 people is another top employer and Nationwide Financial is behind JP Morgan Chase employing around 11,000 people. In many ways Columbus is a “college town” due to the Universities influence but the finance sector is also a major industry in the city.

Education in Columbus, OH

In addition to Ohio State University, Columbus is also home to Columbus State University, which offers undergraduate and graduate programs. The campus is 132 acres, situated in downtown Columbus, and the enrollment is around 8,300 undergraduates and graduate students. In contrast, Ohio State University has an enrollment of around 65,000 students making it one of the largest universities in the nation. It covers 1,764 acres.

Columbus has a large public school district with around 110 schools for younger students. The public school system offers top notch education for students from kindergarten to high school. The vision of the public school district in Columbus is to provide a “world class model of public education” and prepare students in Columbus to meet their full potential.

Columbus, OH education statistics

The level of education of the population of Columbus, OH is as follows: 3% have no high school education, 32% completed some high school, 24% partially completed college, 7% have an Associate Degree, 23% have a Bachelor Degree, and 11% have a Graduate Degree.

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