10,250 Apartments, Houses, & Townhomes for Rent in Ohio

Prices vary depending on which city you're renting in. As one of the most affordable areas, Springfield has considerably lower prices for both one-bedroom and two-bedroom rentals. Columbus is usually the most expensive metro, with much higher prices for both one-bedroom and two-bedroom units.

With so many rural areas and green spaces, Ohio rentals are extremely pet-friendly. Renters usually have the most luck applying for suburban homes with yards, especially when they have multiple pets or large dogs. In city centers, there are also pet-friendly apartments. Ohio landlords and property managers are often stricter in dense urban areas, but breed and weight restrictions are common across all listings. Before applying and paying non-refundable fees, speak with the landlord directly to get a clear understanding of their pet-related criteria.

Throughout the state, Ohio has a large retirement community. Renters have many options when looking for senior housing. Ohio's key markets include Cleveland and Dayton. Because demand is often high, Ohio renters should check on waitlists and sign up for multiple communities at the same time. When looking into housing costs and service fees, ask about the rates for winter essentials, including heating costs and snow removal.

From Dublin to Athens, the market has a strong supply of short-term and furnished rentals. Ohio's demand for flexible leases and designed properties comes from corporate relocations, Ohio State University, and the healthcare industry. As a result, many landlords across the state offer seasonal and month-to-month leases or provide furnished homes. Rentler's 'furnished amenities' and 'lease length' filters are great tools to optimize your search.

The largest share of luxury rentals is in Over-the-Rhine, The Flats, and German Village. The most convenient way to spot high-end Ohio apartments is to look for newly constructed units with high rents. Rentler has easy-to-use filters to find these properties. Try the 'year built' filter, then sort the results by highest price first. These search tools are a fast way to find properties with walkable retail and entertainment access, premium finishes, pools, and rooftop spaces.