Columbus market rental trends report

Over the past three months, rent prices in Columbus, OH have experienced a modest increase, with the average rent rising from $1,495 in January 2025 to $1,500 in March 2025. This uptick is primarily driven by a shortage of rental properties coupled with increasing costs and shifts in the workforce. As of March 2025, the median rent for all bedroom counts and property types in Columbus stands at $1,500.

Cincinnati

​Over the past six months, Cincinnati's rental market has experienced minimal fluctuation, with rent growth stabilizing around 0.3% year-to-date in early 2025, a significant decrease from the 3.5% growth observed in 2023. This stabilization is largely attributed to an increase in new housing construction, which has balanced supply and demand dynamics in the area. Currently, the median rent in Cincinnati stands at approximately $1,521.                                                    

Apartment listings

Below are some recent listing examples.

Library Park

• Studio/1 Bath
• 464 sq. ft.
• Rent: $1,196

The Ethan

• 1 Bed/1 Bath
• 684sq. ft.
• Rent: $1,250

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)