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McNaughten Woods

$1,630 – $2,110/mo

  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2.5 baths
  • 1,877–2,035 sq ft
  • 16 units available
  • Pet friendly
1484 Mcnaughten Rd, Columbus, OH, 43232

As of October 13, 2026, McNaughten Woods in Columbus, OH has 16 apartments for rent from $1,630 to $2,110/mo. The average asking rent has fallen 9.8% since May 7, 2026, from $2,118 to $1,909.

Floor plans

2 floor plans · 16 available units · Prices checked October 13, 2026

Cedar

2 Bedrooms • 2.5 Baths • 1,877 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,715/mo

5 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1480 1480$2,0851,877Oct 12
6084 6084$2,0851,877Oct 12
1490 1490$2,1101,877Oct 12
1548 1548$1,8751,877Oct 27
1484 1484$1,7151,877Dec 7

See all 68 units listed at McNaughten Woods, including ones no longer available.


Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at McNaughten Woods has ranged from $1,903 to $2,206. The current average is $1,909, down $208 (9.8%) from $2,118 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (148 days observed).
MonthAverage asking rentLowest – highestUnits listed
Oct 2026$1,939$1,630 – $2,18516
Sep 2026$1,987$1,565 – $2,20016
Aug 2026$2,058$1,770 – $2,23517
Jul 2026$2,094$1,725 – $2,23519
Jun 2026$2,158$1,750 – $2,39020
May 2026$2,082$1,760 – $2,51020

Fees & lease terms

  • Rent

    $1,630 – $2,110/mo
  • Lease term

    12 months
  • Earliest move-in

    Oct 12

Monthly fees

Pet Rent (Per Pet)

$50/mo

Renter's Insurance

$18.75/mo

Trash Removal

$15/mo

Ulity Billing Administrave Fee

$5/mo

Due at signing

Administrave Fee

$100

Applicaon Fee

$70

Insurance Placement Fee

$10

Insurance Placement Policy

$15

Late Fee

$75

Non-Sufficient Funds

$50

Pet Fee

$300

Security Deposit (Refundable)

$750

Vacant Unit Cost Recovery

$50

Cost to rent here

The all-in monthly cost by apartment size, and how the rent compares across the Columbus area.

Lowest-priced apartment: Maple at $1,630

$1,965/mo

$335/mo above the advertised rent

  • Rent

    $1,630

  • Pet Rent (Per Pet)

    $50

  • Renter's Insurance

    $19

  • Trash Removal

    $15

  • Ulity Billing Administrave Fee

    $5

  • Electric and gas

    est.
    Other utilities are billed by the building

    $143

  • Internet

    est.

    $90

  • Renters insurance

    est.

    $13

  • All-in monthly

    $1,965

By apartment size

SizeRent fromAll-in monthlyIncome to qualify
2 bedrooms$1,630$1,965$58,680/yr

Landlords commonly look for a monthly income of three times the rent, about $58,680 a year for the $1,630 two-bedroom. The median renter household in Columbus earns $51,734 a year.

Compared with the Columbus area

The median two-bedroom at McNaughten Woods asks $1,930 a month, 41% above the Columbus area's typical two-bedroom asking rent of $1,372. Typical asking rents across the area are down 0.1% from a year earlier.

SizeMedian asking rent hereColumbus-area asking rentColumbus rent paid
2 bedrooms$1,930$1,372$1,339
Area asking rent: typical rent asked for a new lease across the Columbus, OH metro, Apartment List Rent Estimates, August 2026.Rent paid: median rent including utilities across all renter households in Columbus, U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey, 2020–2024.
Rows marked “est.” are averages for this area scaled to the apartment, not quotes from the property. The income figure is a common screening rule, not this property’s requirement.

Amenities

  • Attached Carports Available

  • Extra Storage Available

  • Pet-Friendly Community

  • Reynoldsburg School District

  • Sparkling Swimming Pool With Sun Deck

  • Walk To Cota Bus Line

  • Wi-Fi In Common Areas

  • 2-1/2 Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedroom Townhomes

  • Bay Window*

  • Built-In Microwave*

  • Ceiling Fans

  • Central Air Conditioning

  • Covered, Attached Carport*

  • Largest Floor Plans In The Area

  • Partially-Finished, Full Basement

  • Private Entrance

  • Private Patio

  • Spacious Walk-In Closets

  • Stainless-Steel Appliances*

  • Walk-In Shower

  • Washer & Dryer Connection

  • Wood-Burning Fireplace


Location

1484 Mcnaughten Rd, Columbus, OH, 43232


Resident reviews

3.7 · 200+ reviews
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management3.5
Maintenance3.7
Amenities and Shared Spaces2.8
Building Quality1.9
Location2.9

Residents report mixed experiences with this property. Positive feedback centers on spacious units, responsive maintenance, and friendly leasing staff, though several residents have lived here for many years. However, significant concerns include inconsistent management responsiveness, maintenance delays on critical issues, recurring pest and bug problems, thin walls causing noise complaints, parking shortages, and security issues including vehicle break-ins. Fee structures and enforcement of community policies are also points of frustration.

Management responsiveness is inconsistent, with positive experiences often tied to specific staff members and negative experiences centered on delayed maintenance response, communication gaps, and unresolved issues. While some residents report efficient leasing staff and timely work order completion, others describe prolonged waits for emergency repairs, difficulty reaching the office, and unaddressed maintenance requests spanning months. Staff turnover and inconsistent follow-up on documented concerns are recurring frustrations.

Maintenance response times vary significantly by management period, with positive reviews citing quick service (same-day to 1-2 days) and professional staff, while negative reviews report months-long delays, unaddressed work orders, and poor follow-up on pre-move-in requests. Common issues include HVAC system failures, appliance repairs, electrical problems, and water leaks. Recent management changes appear to have improved responsiveness for some residents, though consistency remains a concern across the property.

Amenities at this property include a pool, gym, fitness center, dog park, trash valet service, and walking trails, which residents generally appreciate when well-maintained. However, significant concerns emerge around common-area upkeep, parking availability, and amenity access: hallways and breezeways lack regular cleaning, trash accumulates near compactors, pool hours are not enforced, and gym key fobs have experienced extended delays. Maintenance response times are mixed—some residents report quick service while others describe months-long delays on repair requests. Parking is consistently cited as insufficient, with reports of long-term vacant spaces and limited availability near units.

Residents report significant building quality concerns, particularly widespread pest infestations, thin walls and floors causing noise transmission, and inconsistent maintenance responsiveness. Common issues include bugs entering units, inadequate pest control frequency, poor sound insulation between floors, and deferred maintenance on finishes and amenities. While maintenance staff are noted as responsive in some cases, overall building upkeep and cleanliness standards appear to fall short of expectations for the rental price.

The property offers convenient access to shopping centers, restaurants, and major highways, with a quiet neighborhood setting that appeals to many residents. However, concerns about parking allocation fairness, vehicle security issues, and limited parking lot surveillance have been recurring complaints. Location convenience is a consistent positive, though some residents feel the neighborhood quality has declined over time.

Summaries are written by AI from reviews residents posted on public review sites such as Google and ApartmentRatings. Each topic shows how many of those reviews discuss it.

Getting around

Car-Dependent

Minimal Transit

Not Bikeable


About this property

The exceptional lifestyle you’ve been dreaming of awaits in Columbus, Ohio. Located in the sought-after McNaughten-Livingston neighborhood, McNaughten Woods offers spacious two-bedroom townhomes designed to impress. Pet-friendly and part of the desirable Reynoldsburg school district, our community features the largest two-bedroom townhomes in the area, complete with the amenities you want. View Fees & Charges Guide For a list of additional fees and charges you may encounter, please view the fees and charges guide. Take note that fees may change at any time and are subject to the terms of the application and lease.


Nearby schools

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Yorktown Middle School

Public · Middle
PublicMiddle0.4 mi

Oakmont Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary0.7 mi

Kidding Around Day Care & Lc

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.8 mi

Woodcrest Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary0.8 mi

Arts & College Preparatory Academy

Charter · High
CharterHigh2.1 mi

Independence High School

Public · High
PublicHigh2.2 mi

Liberty Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary2.2 mi

No Place Like Home Dc-Columbus

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool2.5 mi

Capital City Career Prep High School

Charter · High
CharterHigh2.6 mi

Dunloe Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary2.8 mi

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