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  • 44
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    a kitchen with a long counter with plates of food a bedroom with a bed and a large window
    4.0
    Today

    601 Flarestar Ave, Columbus, OH 43240
    12 Units available
    1 BED $1,115+
    2 BEDS $1,678+
    a kitchen with a long counter with plates of food a bedroom with a bed and a large window a dining room with a table and chairs and a mirror the swimming pool at our apartments
    Property reviews
    5/5 Anonymous on Oct 21, 2025

    Close to shopping great amenities!!! Friendly neighborhood !!!

    5/5 Anonymous on Oct 1, 2025

    Very excellent place to live. If you are looking for place to live come over to Polaris View.

  • 258
    Top Rated for Location
    a kitchen with stainless steel appliances and a sink at The Berryessa Apartments, Ohio Bedroom at The Berryessa Apartments, Columbus, Ohio
    4.5
    Today

    5811 Spring Run Dr, Columbus, OH 43229
    8 Units available
    1 BED $999+
    2 BEDS $1,399+
    a kitchen with stainless steel appliances and a sink at The Berryessa Apartments, Ohio Bedroom at The Berryessa Apartments, Columbus, Ohio our apartments offer a swimming pool at The Berryessa Apartments, Columbus, OH A spacious gym with treadmills, exercise bikes, and a bench.
    Property reviews
    5/5 Aiko H. on Jul 5, 2025

    A great place to call home. I have lived here for a long time.

    5/5 Anonymous on Feb 9, 2025

    Nice quiet place to live would recommend

  • 67
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    a large kitchen with stainless steel appliances and wooden cabinets a bedroom with a bed and a window
    4.0
    Today

    190 S. High Street, Columbus, OH 43215
    Available
    STUDIO $916+
    1 BED $1,115+
    2 BEDS $1,643+
    a large kitchen with stainless steel appliances and wooden cabinets a bedroom with a bed and a window Business Center at Highpoint on Columbus Commons Apartments Luxury Pool Overlooking Columbus Commons at Highpoint
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    5/5 Shanda H. on May 1, 2025

    I love it here. I just wish they would create an area for the dogs to poop thats not the entire grass….

    5/5 Eric C. on Jan 28, 2025

    The best location for the best price you'll find in downtown.

  • 34
    Rent Specials
    Kitchen at The Pointe at Polaris Bedroom at The Pointe at Polaris
    Today

    8900 Lyra Dr., Columbus, OH 43240
    Available
    STUDIO $1,255+
    1 BED $1,362+
    2 BEDS $1,973+
    Kitchen at The Pointe at Polaris Bedroom at The Pointe at Polaris a dining room with tables and chairs and a bar and television Bedroom at The Pointe at Polaris Apartments
    Overview

    Move in by December 15 and get 2 months FREE on a 15-month lease! *Select units only. Terms & conditions apply. Welcome to The Pointe at Polaris—your gateway to refined urban living in one of Columbus’s most vibrant neighborhoods. Nestled along Polaris Parkway, our community blends modern apartment living with lush green spaces, serene courtyards, and unmatched convenience. From upscale interiors to resort-style amenities like heated saltwater pools, a sauna, and outdoor entertainment spaces, The Pointe at Polaris offers a lifestyle that’s equal parts relaxed and connected. This is more than just home—it’s your new favorite place to be.

    Amenities
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Dishwasher
    • Pool
    • Patio/Balcony
  • 164
    Top Rated for Location
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    a kitchen and dining room with a black refrigerator and a table and chairs at Springburne at Polaris Apartments, Ohio a bedroom with a large bed and a closet at Springburne at Polaris Apartments, Columbus
    4.0
    Today

    300 Springboro Ln., Columbus, OH 43235
    12 Units available
    STUDIO $980+
    1 BED $1,146+
    2 BEDS $1,302+
    a kitchen and dining room with a black refrigerator and a table and chairs at Springburne at Polaris Apartments, Ohio a bedroom with a large bed and a closet at Springburne at Polaris Apartments, Columbus the swimming pool at our apartments at Springburne at Polaris Apartments, Columbus, OH, 43235 a yard with a playground and houses in the background at Springburne at Polaris Apartments, Columbus, 43235
    Property reviews
    5/5 Eric E. on Jan 17, 2025

    I lived here at Springburne in the early nineties for 4 years then bought a home. I had to move due to health reasons, as I needed a one floor plan. I thought about checking with Sprinburne since I had liked living here and needed some time before I decided on what to purchase. I have lived here for three years now and I'm not sure that I want to leave. It is so convenient, livable, clean, quiet, and the staff is exceptional. I would highly recommend looking at Springburne of Polaris if you are looking for a nice place to live.

    5/5 Anonymous on Apr 11, 2023

    Nice place to live

  • 22
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    an open kitchen and dining area with a table and chairs the preserve at ballantyne commons bedroom with large windows
    4.5
    Today

    8500 Sancus Blvd, Columbus, OH 43240
    8 Units available
    1 BED $1,218+
    2 BEDS $1,707+
    3 BEDS $2,102+
    an open kitchen and dining area with a table and chairs the preserve at ballantyne commons bedroom with large windows a swimming pool with lounge chairs in front of an apartment building a gym with weights and cardio equipment in a building with windows
    Property reviews
    5/5 SAGoffin on Apr 5, 2024

    Very nice and quiet community with honest neighbors.

    5/5 Anonymous on Feb 27, 2024

    Everything is already at it's best. Thanks for setting it up so well

  • 98
    Top Rated for Location
    a living room with a fireplace and wooden floors a bedroom with a door open to a bathroom and a closet
    4.0
    Today

    149 Sanctuary Village Drive, Columbus, OH 43235
    6 Units available
    1 BED $1,002+
    2 BEDS $1,193+
    a living room with a fireplace and wooden floors a bedroom with a door open to a bathroom and a closet front entrance of a house with a porch and tree a row of houses with a sidewalk in front of them
    Property reviews
    5/5 Adam S. on Oct 2, 2025

    Great bang for your buck. Nice area and located to alot of places

    5/5 Anonymous on Sep 29, 2023

    Ive been here for about 4 months so far and am enjoying the location alot! The area is quiet and neighbors seem noce as well. The office is helpful and maintenance has been timely with few things that i wanted them to check when i moved in ??

  • 41
    Top Rated for Location
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    A kitchen with white walls and a white ceiling with a fridge, stove and bar stools. A bedroom with a large bed and a dresser with a mirror.
    4.0
    Today

    8901 Antares Park Drive, Columbus, OH 43240-2235
    Available
    1 BED $1,220+
    2 BEDS $1,450+
    A kitchen with white walls and a white ceiling with a fridge, stove and bar stools. A bedroom with a large bed and a dresser with a mirror. A dining room with a table and chairs. Polaris Place Pool
    Property reviews
    5/5 Anthony S. on Sep 1, 2023

    Polaris Parkway is very convenient to the surrounding area and the staff is top notch with quick responses and helpful in every way day or night.

    5/5 Adul S. on Aug 28, 2023

    I have been living this community since 2019 and we have family friends are living same community. we all love this place. hazel free maintenance good staff.

  • 32
    Top Rated for Location
    Rent Specials
    a living room with an orange couch an open kitchen and living room with a counter top
    4.0
    Today

    3691 Albany Chase Road, Columbus, OH 43230
    Available
    1 BED $1,100+
    2 BEDS $1,348+
    a living room with an orange couch an open kitchen and living room with a counter top an open kitchen and living room with a counter top a spiral bed in a room with a circle of windows
    Property reviews
    5/5 Anonymous on May 16, 2023

    Best place EVER! Hardest working staff I have ever dealt with and will not be going anywhere else for a very long time ??

    3/5 Anonymous on Oct 24, 2022

    The rudest staff you will find apartments need updating. Carpet is old and nasty. They try to clean it but its just sticky and gross move to the nicer and newer complexes even if the ppl are rude at least the apartment makes up for it

  • 63
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    a kitchen with white cabinets and a bar with three stools a bedroom with a blue and white bed and large windows
    4.5
    Today

    401 West Rich St, Columbus, OH 43215
    Available
    1 BED $1,075+
    2 BEDS $1,677+
    a kitchen with white cabinets and a bar with three stools a bedroom with a blue and white bed and large windows River and Rich Aerial dual closets with towels and tee shirts in a clubhouse
    Property reviews
    5/5 Anonymous on Sep 27, 2023

    The best place to live in downtown Columbus, close enough to walk to everything but also far enough to feel like the suburbs. The staff are wonderful! The gym is the best for an apartment complex. Parking easy and not a pain.

    5/5 Autumn G. on Jul 17, 2020

    Everyone is so nice, couldnt pick a better location!

  • A living room with a white couch, a coffee table, and a painting on the wall.
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    1050 Plumrose Drive, Columbus, OH 43228
    STUDIO $789+
    1 BED $860+
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  • A living room with a white couch, a coffee table, and a painting on the wall.
    246
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    3752 Knightsway Lane, Columbus, OH 43232
    STUDIO $749+
    1 BED $829+
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • A living room with a white couch, a coffee table, and a painting on the wall.
    191
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    2346 Parkgreen Place, Columbus, OH 43229
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    1 BED $929+
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  • A living room with a white couch, a coffee table, and a painting on the wall.
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    5470 Yellowbud Drive, Columbus, OH 43231
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    1 BED $1,035+
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  • a living room with a couch and a tv
    44
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    601 Flarestar Ave, Columbus, OH 43240
    1 BED $1,115+
    2 BEDS $1,678+
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  • A living room with a white couch, a coffee table, and a painting on the wall.
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    5554 Covert Drive, Columbus, OH 43231
    STUDIO $846+
    1 BED $851+
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  • A living room with a white couch, a coffee table, and a painting on the wall.
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    2531 Arborview Drive, Columbus, OH 43229
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    2 BEDS $1,149
  • A living room with a white couch, a coffee table, and a painting on the wall.
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    6677 Guinevere Dr, Columbus, OH 43229
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    1 BED $951+
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  • A kitchen with white cabinets and a marble countertop.
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    6345 Cooper Road, Columbus, OH 43231
    1 BED $1,161+
    2 BEDS $1,344+
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  • a living room with a couch and a tv
    258
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    5811 Spring Run Dr, Columbus, OH 43229
    1 BED $999+
    2 BEDS $1,399+
  • a living room with couches and chairs and a fireplace
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    850 Polaris Grand Drive, Lewis Center, OH 43035
    1 BED $1,295+
    2 BEDS $1,750+
    3 BEDS $2,370+
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  • a kitchen with an island and a living room with a couch
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    4011 Easton Way, Columbus, OH 43219
    STUDIO $995+
    1 BED $1,250+
    2 BEDS $1,675+
  • a living room and bedroom with a table and chairs and a bed
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    9180 Antares Ave., Columbus, OH 43240
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  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    2645 Hard Rd Bedford, Columbus, OH 43235
    1 BED $1,049+
    2 BEDS $1,349+
  • a living room with a brown couch and yellow and blue chairs
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    190 S. High Street, Columbus, OH 43215
    STUDIO $916+
    1 BED $1,115+
    2 BEDS $1,643+
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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 is the price of a short-term rental in Columbus, OH?

The price range of a short-term rental is between $749 and $4,523.

How many short-term rentals are available in Columbus, OH on RentCafe?

There are 876 short term rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Columbus, OH were last updated on 23 Nov 2025.

What is the average size of a short-term rental in Columbus, OH?

The average Columbus, OH short-term rental size is 906 sq. ft.

Why rent a short-term rental in Columbus, OH?

The best part about living in a short-term rental is the lease flexibility that allows you to choose for how long you’ll be renting.

What are the downsides of renting a short-term rental in Columbus, OH?

Short-term rentals might be more expensive per month than long-term leases. Some short-term apartments are furnished and may include the cost of utilities as well.

Look for short term rentals near me

Looking for short-term apartments nearby? This option is ideal if you want to stay in the area, or you’re still looking for something more stable and don’t want to make any permanent decisions yet. Or, simply put, renting short-term fits your lifestyle better. With RentCafe you can now browse short-term apartments near you and compare price, size, location and real reviews from verified residents in your area to see which short-term apartment would suit you best.

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Renting a short-term apartment in Columbus, OH

If you’re in Columbus, OH for a limited amount of time, you are a digital nomad, or simply want a change of scenery, RentCafe is here to help you find the short-term rental suitable for your needs. Maybe you just want to test a new area in Columbus before actually settling in, or maybe you find yourself in-between homes on your way to getting your hands on your dream home. For all those reasons and many more, short-term apartments are the way to go. Short-term rentals usually come furnished and are equipped with essentials that most renters would need on the regular. Plus, some include the cost of utilities in the rent price, so you wouldn’t have as many bills and paperwork to deal with. Renting in Columbus, OH is an experience. So, if you want to make your renting experience here short and sweet, we got your back!

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Short-term apartments are not just for renters in between homes or people on prolonged visits to a certain area. They are perfect for those who aren’t looking to put down roots too soon and settling down is not currently in the plans. For those not looking for a long-term apartment just yet, the experience of living in other areas can be life changing. If you’re the type of person who goes wherever life takes them, we are here to help you find a short-term lease!

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