Columbus market rental trends report

Over the past 3–6 months, rent prices in Columbus have shown modest upward pressure, with average rents inching higher in many segments. This reflects tightening vacancy and steady demand, though the trend is less aggressive than in prior years.

The primary drivers behind this movement include elevated construction and maintenance costs, limited new inventory relative to demand, and continued inward migration of workers, students, and remote professionals into the region.

Today, the current average rent across Columbus is approximately $1,533/month.

Cincinnati

Over the past 3–6 months, rents in the Cincinnati region have largely flattened, showing only modest upward movement following a period of stronger growth. Landlord pricing power has softened as a wave of new multifamily developments has increased available inventory and eased tight market conditions. Meanwhile, continued cost pressures — including rising maintenance, materials, and property taxes — have limited landlords’ ability to reduce prices significantly. As of mid‑2025, the median asking rent in Cincinnati is approximately $1,450 per month.

Apartment listings

Below are some recent listing examples.

Library Park

• Studio/1 Bath
• 552 sq. ft.
• Rent: $1,064

LC RiverSouth

• 1 Bed/1 Bath
• 742 sq. ft. 
• Rent: $1,220

Seneca

• 2 Beds/2 Baths
• 787 sq. ft. 
• Rent: $1,490

Heritage

• 3 Beds/2 Baths
• 1,075 sq. ft.
• Rent: $1,768

(Data sourced from Apartments.com)