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Sinclair

$1,190 – $1,838/mo

  • 1–4 bedrooms
  • 1–2 baths
  • 659–1,223 sq ft
  • 5 units available
  • Pet friendly
5075 Sinclair Rd, Columbus, OH, 43229

As of October 13, 2026, Sinclair in Columbus, OH has 5 apartments for rent from $1,190 to $1,838/mo. One-bedrooms start at $1,190, two-bedrooms at $1,428, three-bedrooms at $1,640, and 4-bedrooms at $1,838. The average asking rent has risen 21.4% since June 24, 2026, from $1,240 to $1,505.

Floor plans

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

A

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 659 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,190/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
A$1,190659—

B2

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 902 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,428/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
B2$1,428902—

B3

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 921 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,428/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
B3$1,428921—

C2

3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,050 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,640/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
C2$1,6401,050—

D

4 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,223 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,838/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
D$1,8381,223—

See all 7 units listed at Sinclair, including ones no longer available.


Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at Sinclair has ranged from $1,229 to $1,527. The current average is $1,505, up $265 (21.4%) from $1,240 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (110 days observed).
MonthAverage asking rentLowest – highestUnits listed
Oct 2026$1,520$1,190 – $1,8386
Sep 2026$1,525$1,190 – $1,8386
Aug 2026$1,322$981 – $1,8386
Jul 2026$1,239$981 – $1,5147
Jun 2026$1,240$981 – $1,5145

Fees & lease terms

  • Rent

    $1,190 – $1,838/mo
  • Lease term

    12 months

Cost to rent here

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

Lowest-priced apartment: A at $1,190

$1,449/mo

$259/mo above the advertised rent

  • Rent

    $1,190

  • Electric, gas, water

    est.

    $156

  • Internet

    est.

    $90

  • Renters insurance

    est.

    $13

  • All-in monthly

    $1,449

By apartment size

SizeRent fromAll-in monthlyIncome to qualify
1 bedroom$1,190$1,449$42,840/yr
2 bedrooms$1,428$1,759$51,408/yr
3 bedrooms$1,640$2,067$59,040/yr
4 bedrooms$1,838$2,265$66,168/yr

Landlords commonly look for a monthly income of three times the rent, about $42,840 a year for the $1,190 one-bedroom. The median renter household in Columbus earns $51,734 a year.

Compared with the Columbus area

The median two-bedroom at Sinclair asks $1,428 a month, about the same as 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$1,190$1,126$1,118
2 bedrooms$1,428$1,372$1,339
3 bedrooms$1,640—$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

  • Community Room

  • Fitness Center

  • Full-Equipped Kitchen

  • Full-Size Washer/Dryer Connections

  • Generous Walk-In Closets

  • Island/Breakfast Bar

  • Kitchen Pantry (On Select Units)

  • Laundry Facility

  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring

  • Modern Cabinetry

  • On-Site Parking

  • Outdoor Playground

  • Package Concierge

  • Pet Friendly

  • Private Patio/Balcony (On Select Units)

  • Rentable Storage Spaces

  • Secured Entry

  • Spacious 1, 2, 3 And 4 Bedroom Apartment Homes

  • Window Coverings


Location

5075 Sinclair Rd, Columbus, OH, 43229


Resident reviews

4.2
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management3.6
Building Quality2.4
Amenities and Shared Spaces3.3
Maintenance1.5

The Sinclair Apartments offers modern, well-maintained units with responsive leasing staff during the application process, but resident experiences are significantly divided. While many residents praise the property's physical condition and initial service, a substantial portion report serious concerns including inadequate maintenance response times, security door failures, persistent hallway and common area cleanliness issues, noise disturbances from other residents, and delayed security deposit returns. Community management and enforcement of lease terms remain inconsistent challenges.

Office staff receive consistent praise for professionalism, helpfulness, and responsiveness during the application and leasing process. However, residents report significant challenges with management responsiveness to maintenance requests, security concerns, and enforcement of community standards after move-in. Communication gaps and delayed responses to resident concerns, particularly regarding security system repairs and emergency maintenance, are recurring issues that contrast sharply with positive initial leasing experiences.

The property features new construction with attractive finishes, appliances, and high ceilings, but residents report significant building quality concerns including persistent noise from neighboring units and common areas, widespread trash and cleanliness issues in hallways and exterior spaces, non-functional security doors and elevator problems, and delayed or unresolved maintenance requests for critical systems like HVAC and locks. Multiple residents describe paper-thin walls, inadequate sound insulation, and difficulty obtaining timely repairs despite repeated reports to management.

The property features modern amenities including a gym, community room, and well-maintained grounds that residents appreciate. However, common areas show inconsistent upkeep, with reports of trash accumulation, stair cleanliness issues, and maintenance delays affecting shared spaces. The gym has experienced damage, and management responsiveness to maintenance requests and common-area conditions appears to vary.

Maintenance response times are significantly delayed, with critical repairs like HVAC, plumbing leaks, and door locks remaining unresolved for weeks to months. Residents report that emergency maintenance requests go unanswered, and management communication is inconsistent or absent. Appliance failures, including dishwashers and air conditioning units, have not been adequately addressed despite multiple reports.

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

Sinclair Apartments is the result of a public-private partnership between the Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority and The NRP Group that brings desperately needed, high-quality affordable housing units to the City of Columbus. The project is located at 5055 Sinclair Avenue, which was formerly a popular live music venue. The project sits directly on a public transit line that provides residents with easy access to the grocery stores, shops, restaurants, and jobs nearby. The community consists of three 4-story buildings and a total of 180 one, two, three, and four-bedroom apartment homes that serve residents at a variety of income levels – 30%, 50%, 60%, and 70% of the area median income. The Sinclair provides homes for the many families in Columbus who are currently unable to afford high-quality rental options. This community features apartment interiors with modern finishes like vinyl plank flooring and fully-equipped kitchens and community amenities for all residents to enjoy.


Nearby schools

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

East Bridge Academy of Excellence

Charter · Middle
CharterMiddle0.4 mi

Salem Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary0.8 mi

Valley Forge Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary0.8 mi

Columbus Humanities Arts And Technology Academy

Charter · Middle
CharterMiddle1.1 mi

Forest Park Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary1.1 mi

Woodward Park Middle School

Public · Middle
PublicMiddle1.1 mi

Ascension Lutheran Pre-School

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.2 mi

Epworth Dc With A Difference

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.2 mi

Parkmoor Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary1.4 mi

Forest Park Christian Child Care Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.5 mi

Contact & management