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Northtowne Apartments

$1,030 – $1,426/mo

  • 1–3 bedrooms
  • 1–2 baths
  • 675–1,650 sq ft
  • 32 units available
4621 Northtowne Blvd, Columbus, OH, 43229

As of October 13, 2026, Northtowne Apartments in Columbus, OH has 32 apartments for rent from $1,030 to $1,426/mo. One-bedrooms start at $1,030, two-bedrooms at $1,237, and three-bedrooms at $1,426. The average asking rent has risen 1.5% since June 24, 2026, from $1,160 to $1,178.

Floor plans

5 floor plans · 32 available units · Prices checked October 13, 2026

2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom

2 Bedrooms • 1 Bath • 1,550 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,237/mo

4 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
#4618-G$1,2371,550Jul 10
#4654-A$1,2371,550Sep 23
#4618-A$1,2371,550Oct 1
#4654-I$1,2371,550Oct 7

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,040 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,237/mo

6 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
#4600-111$1,2371,040Jul 31
#4600-209$1,2371,040Jul 31
#4600-G19$1,2371,040Jul 31
#4594-219$1,2371,040Aug 13
#4594-209$1,2371,040Dec 7
#4594-G19$1,2371,040Dec 7

2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Townhome

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,650 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,237/mo

9 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
#2222$1,2371,650Sep 6
#4567$1,2371,650Oct 7
#4573B$1,2371,650Oct 7
#4576$1,2371,650Oct 14
#4592Q$1,2371,650Nov 6
#2262$1,2371,650Nov 7
#2268$1,2371,650Nov 7
#4553B$1,2371,650Nov 8
#4573$1,2371,650Dec 7

3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Townhome

3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,550 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,426/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
#4612-B$1,4261,550Sep 23
#4612-D$1,4261,550Dec 7

See all 103 units listed at Northtowne Apartments, including ones no longer available.


Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at Northtowne Apartments has ranged from $1,143 to $1,178. The current average is $1,178, the highest in the past year.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (110 days observed).
MonthAverage asking rentLowest – highestUnits listed
Oct 2026$1,161$1,030 – $1,42635
Sep 2026$1,153$1,030 – $1,23750
Aug 2026$1,157$1,030 – $1,41556
Jul 2026$1,159$1,030 – $1,42654
Jun 2026$1,163$1,030 – $1,42658

Fees & lease terms

  • Rent

    $1,030 – $1,426/mo
  • Earliest move-in

    Mar 20

Cost to rent here

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

Lowest-priced apartment: 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom at $1,030

$1,321/mo

$291/mo above the advertised rent

  • Rent

    $1,030

  • Electric, gas, water

    est.

    $156

  • Internet

    est.

    $90

  • Renters insurance

    est.

    $13

  • Laundry

    est.
    No in-unit washer/dryer listed

    $32

  • All-in monthly

    $1,321

By apartment size

SizeRent fromAll-in monthlyIncome to qualify
1 bedroom$1,030$1,321$37,080/yr
2 bedrooms$1,237$1,600$44,532/yr
3 bedrooms$1,426$1,885$51,336/yr

Landlords commonly look for a monthly income of three times the rent, about $37,080 a year for the $1,030 one-bedroom. The median renter household in Columbus earns $51,734 a year.

Compared with the Columbus area

The median two-bedroom at Northtowne Apartments asks $1,237 a month, 10% below 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
1 bedroom$1,030$1,126$1,118
2 bedrooms$1,237$1,372$1,339
3 bedrooms$1,426—$1,459
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

  • Air Conditioner

  • Laundry Facilities

  • No Deposit Option

  • Off Street Parking

  • On-Site Maintenance


Location

4621 Northtowne Blvd, Columbus, OH, 43229


Resident reviews

2.5
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management2.9
Building Quality2.4
Amenities and Shared Spaces1.5
Maintenance1.5

Resident experiences at this property are highly polarized. Positive reviews highlight friendly, responsive staff and clean units, while negative reviews—which comprise the majority—consistently report serious maintenance delays (AC, plumbing, roof damage), pest infestations (roaches and rats), unsafe common areas with homeless activity, and poor management communication. Recurring complaints include unresolved work orders, deposit retention issues, and concerns about security and cleanliness in shared spaces.

Management responsiveness and communication are inconsistent across resident experiences. Positive reviews highlight friendly, attentive staff who address concerns promptly, while negative reviews report unresponsive management, delayed maintenance responses despite multiple requests, and poor communication about work orders and repairs. Residents cite concerns about maintenance follow-through on reported issues including water damage, pest problems, and facility upkeep.

Building quality concerns center on cleanliness and maintenance issues, particularly in common areas like stairs, hallways, and parking facilities. Residents report pest infestation and note that maintenance responsiveness has been inconsistent. One recent review indicates some improvement or inquiry into remediation efforts.

Residents report significant concerns with common-area maintenance and upkeep across the property. Trash accumulation in shared spaces and dumpster overflow are documented issues. Safety and security in shared areas including parking lots, hallways, and laundry facilities are cited as ongoing concerns, with residents noting limited responsiveness to maintenance and safety reports.

Residents report significant delays in maintenance response, particularly for critical HVAC and plumbing issues. Multiple work orders have been submitted without timely resolution, with some issues remaining unaddressed for extended periods. Concerns include unresolved water leaks, ceiling damage, and air conditioning failures during high temperatures.

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

Walkable

Minimal Transit

Not Bikeable


About this property

Welcome to Northtowne Apartments in the Forest Park East neighborhood of Columbus, Ohio. We are proud to offer affordable one, two, and three-bedroom floor plans ranging from 675 to 1,650 square feet, each featuring air conditioning and thoughtfully designed living spaces that create a comfortable home environment. Northtowne Apartments participates in an Affordable Housing Program. Contact us for details.


Nearby schools

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Northtowne Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary0.3 mi

Horizon Science Academy Columbus Middle School

Charter · Middle
CharterMiddle0.3 mi

Zenith Academy

Charter · High
CharterHigh0.3 mi

Northland Preparatory And Fitness Academy

Charter · Middle
CharterMiddle0.5 mi

Northland High School

Public · High
PublicHigh0.7 mi

Parkmoor Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary0.9 mi

Avalon Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary0.9 mi

Epworth Dc With A Difference

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.0 mi

Ascension Lutheran Pre-School

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.1 mi

Woodward Park Middle School

Public · Middle
PublicMiddle1.1 mi

Contact & management