$1,350
1 bed1 bath675 sqftApartment
1295 Chesapeake Avenue, Columbus, OH, 43212
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$1,439
1 bed1 bath678 sqftApartment
5700 Rocky Ridge Landings Drive, Westerville, OH, 43081
$1,100
1 bed1 bath750 sqftApartment
1806 North Star Road, Columbus, OH, 43212
$950
1 bed1 bath550 sqftApartment
1530 King Ave., Columbus, OH, 43212
$910
1 bed1 bath450 sqftApartment
1450 King Ave., Columbus, OH, 43212
$1,280
1 bed1 bath573 sqftApartment
815 E Long St, Columbus, OH, 43203
$900
1 bed1 bath500 sqftApartment
1515 Northwest Blvd, Columbus, OH, 43212
$1,695
1 bed1 bath960 sqftApartment
1295 Chesapeake Avenue, Columbus, OH, 43212
$1,280
1 bed1 bath573 sqftApartment
815 E Long St, Columbus, OH, 43203
$1,395
1 bed1 bath928 sqftApartment
772 N. High St, Columbus, OH, 43215
$1,600
1 bed1 bathApartment
929 S 3rd St, Columbus, OH, 43206
$950
1 bed1 bath700 sqftApartment
1773 MOUND ST, Columbus, OH, 43223
$1,399
1 bed1 bath678 sqftApartment
5700 Rocky Ridge Landings Drive, Westerville, OH, 43081
$980
1 bed1 bath576 sqftApartment
2760 Flag Lane, Reynoldsburg, OH, 43068
$945
1 bed1 bath536 sqftApartment
4979 Kingshill Drive, Columbus, OH, 43229
$945
1 bed1 bath536 sqftApartment
4979 Kingshill Drive, Columbus, OH, 43229
$945
1 bed1 bath536 sqftApartment
4979 Kingshill Drive, Columbus, OH, 43229
$945
1 bed1 bath536 sqftApartment
4979 Kingshill Drive, Columbus, OH, 43229
$945
1 bed1 bath536 sqftApartment
4979 Kingshill Drive, Columbus, OH, 43229
$945
1 bed1 bath536 sqftApartment
4979 Kingshill Drive, Columbus, OH, 43229
$945
1 bed1 bath536 sqftApartment
4979 Kingshill Drive, Columbus, OH, 43229
$1,219
1 bed1 bath676 sqftApartment
99 Antelope Way, Columbus, OH, 43235
$900
1 bed1 bath550 sqftApartment
1330 W 5th Avenue, Columbus, OH, 43212
$809
1 bed1 bath627 sqftApartment
200 Broad Meadows Blvd., Columbus, OH, 43214
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Load moreWhat to Know Before Renting a 1-Bedroom Apartment in Columbus, OH
A 1-bedroom apartment in Columbus hits the sweet spot for most solo renters and couples — enough space to have a real living room and a separated sleep area, without the cost of a 2-bedroom you don't fully use. For remote workers, a 1-bedroom is often the minimum viable setup: you can close a door between your workspace and your living space, which matters more than most people expect before they try working from a studio. When evaluating 1-bedrooms in Columbus, pay attention to bedroom size (some 1-bedrooms are technically 1-bedrooms with a bedroom that fits a queen bed and nothing else), closet space, and whether the kitchen opens to the living room or is walled off. In-unit laundry, a parking spot, and a dedicated storage unit are the three amenities most renters wish they'd prioritized when they didn't have them. 1-bedrooms in Columbus also tend to have the most competitive rental market of any unit type — more supply than studios, but more demand than 2-bedrooms, which means good 1-bedrooms in desirable Columbus neighborhoods at fair prices move quickly.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Renting a 1-Bedroom Apartment in Columbus, OH
In Columbus, 1-bedrooms average $1,063/mo versus $840/mo for a studio. For solo renters on a tight budget, compare both filters on Rentler before applying. If you work from home or spend significant time in your apartment, the extra separation of a larger unit may be worth the difference.
Pet policies on 1-bedroom apartments vary by landlord and building — there's no blanket rule. Use Rentler's pet-friendly filter to narrow your search, then confirm breed, weight, and deposit requirements directly with the landlord before applying.
Furnished 1-bedrooms are available in Columbus but represent a smaller share of total inventory compared to unfurnished units. Use Rentler's furnished filter to surface move-in-ready options. Furnished units are most common in newer construction buildings and in complexes that cater to corporate or short-term renters.
Most landlords in Columbus require gross monthly income of 2.5–3x the monthly rent. For a 1-bedroom at Columbus's current average of $1,063/mo, that means demonstrating roughly 2.5–3x that amount in gross income. If you're below that threshold, a co-signer, larger security deposit, or prepaid rent may be accepted by some landlords — always worth asking.
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