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Rambler

$1,299 – $2,654/mo

  • Studio–6 bedrooms
  • 1–6 baths
  • 70 units available
222 W Lane Ave, Columbus, OH, 43201

As of October 13, 2026, Rambler in Columbus, OH has 70 apartments for rent from $1,299 to $2,654/mo. Studios start at $1,989, one-bedrooms at $2,229, two-bedrooms at $1,309, three-bedrooms at $1,539, 4-bedrooms at $1,399, 5-bedrooms at $1,409, and 6-bedrooms at $1,299. The average asking rent has risen 5.2% since July 18, 2026, from $1,587 to $1,670.

Floor plans

25 floor plans · 70 available units · Prices checked October 13, 2026

The Viceroy

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths

Starting at $1,669/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
The Viceroy - Signature$1,669—Aug 19

The Waldorf

2 Bedrooms • 2.5 Baths

Starting at $1,859/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
The Waldorf - Signature$1,859—Aug 19

The Henry

2 Bedrooms • 2.5 Baths

Starting at $1,929/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
The Henry - Signature$1,929—Aug 19

See all 135 units listed at Rambler, including ones no longer available.


Rent history

Over the past 3 months, the average asking rent at Rambler has ranged from $1,339 to $1,695. The current average is $1,670, up $83 (5.2%) from $1,587 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (64 days observed).
MonthAverage asking rentLowest – highestUnits listed
Oct 2026$1,669$1,299 – $2,65470
Sep 2026$1,670$1,299 – $2,65467
Aug 2026$1,596$849 – $2,51968
Jul 2026$1,587$849 – $2,51968

Fees & lease terms

  • Rent

    $1,299 – $2,654/mo
  • Lease term

    11 months
  • Earliest move-in

    Aug 19

Cost to rent here

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

Lowest-priced apartment: The EllaSold-Out at $1,299

$1,758/mo

$459/mo above the advertised rent

  • Rent

    $1,299

  • Electric, gas, water

    est.

    $324

  • Internet

    est.

    $90

  • Renters insurance

    est.

    $13

  • Laundry

    est.
    No in-unit washer/dryer listed

    $32

  • All-in monthly

    $1,758

By apartment size

SizeRent fromAll-in monthlyIncome to qualify
Studio$1,989$2,265$71,604/yr
1 bedroom$2,229$2,520$80,244/yr
2 bedrooms$1,309$1,672$47,124/yr
3 bedrooms$1,539$1,998$55,404/yr
4 bedrooms$1,399$1,858$50,364/yr
5 bedrooms$1,409$1,868$50,724/yr
6 bedrooms$1,299$1,758$46,764/yr

Landlords commonly look for a monthly income of three times the rent, about $46,764 a year for the $1,299 6-bedroom. The median renter household in Columbus earns $51,734 a year.

Compared with the Columbus area

The median two-bedroom at Rambler asks $1,659 a month, 21% 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
Studio$2,049—$1,085
1 bedroom$2,254$1,126$1,118
2 bedrooms$1,659$1,372$1,339
3 bedrooms$1,569—$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.

Amenity photos

  • Roof deck
  • Work space

Location

222 W Lane Ave, Columbus, OH, 43201


Resident reviews

4.7 · 200+ reviews
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management4.9
Amenities and Shared Spaces4.3
Location5.0
Building Quality1.5
Maintenance1.5

The Rambler receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its modern design, extensive amenities (gym, pool, café, study spaces), convenient campus location, and responsive leasing staff. However, a small number of residents report ongoing concerns with maintenance issues—including elevator outages, fire alarm disruptions, and parking garage access—as well as security gaps such as unsecured package delivery and unclear resident-only area enforcement. While most residents praise the property's aesthetic and service quality, those experiencing operational problems note a disconnect between the premium pricing and the frequency of these disruptions.

Management and leasing staff are consistently described as helpful, responsive, and professional, with particular praise for their communication during the leasing process and their ability to handle urgent situations. The team demonstrates strong customer service and accessibility, with residents noting staff willingness to go above and beyond, including emergency housing assistance. One isolated negative review contrasts sharply with the overwhelming positive feedback regarding staff responsiveness and support.

The Rambler offers extensive amenities including a gym, pool, coffee shop, yoga studio, and study spaces that residents consistently praise. However, maintenance and operational issues significantly detract from the experience, with recurring problems including elevator outages, fire alarm disruptions, parking garage security concerns, and general upkeep deficiencies that residents feel are inconsistent with the rental price point.

Residents consistently praise the property's proximity to campus, particularly for Business School students, citing significantly shortened commutes. The location offers convenient on-site amenities including dining, study spaces, and fitness facilities that reduce the need to leave the property. Multiple residents highlight the strategic positioning as a key advantage for off-campus living.

Residents report persistent elevator malfunctions and frequent out-of-service periods requiring stair use, recurring false fire alarms at irregular hours, and visible wear including cracks and cosmetic defects throughout the building. Security access points remain frequently unlocked, and maintenance issues such as broken garage doors and non-functional amenities have been ongoing despite the property's premium positioning and rental rates.

This property has experienced recurring maintenance and operational issues affecting resident safety and access. Fire alarm malfunctions, elevator and stairwell lock failures, and delayed responses to reported problems are documented concerns. Management communication regarding planned improvements has not resulted in timely implementation.

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

Very Walkable

Minimal Transit

Very Bikeable


About this property

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Nearby schools

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Indianola Childrens Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.6 mi

Graham Expeditionary Middle School

Charter · Middle
CharterMiddle0.7 mi

Tree of Life-Indianola Branch

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary0.7 mi

Kiddie Prep School

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.1 mi

Weinland Park Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary1.4 mi

Cdcfc Weinland Park Head Start

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.4 mi

Gingerbread House Day Care Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.5 mi

Livelaugh & Learn Child Care Center & Lc

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.5 mi

Godman Guild Head Start

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.6 mi

Columbus Early Learning Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.7 mi

Contact & management