Old North Columbus

Columbus, OH

Old North Columbus - Columbus, OH

Area Guide

Niche Reviews

3.9 (23 Reviews)

Where education and entertainment converge

Walkable • Bike-Friendly • OSU • Buckeyes • Urban • Downtown • Historic • Active •

With its location just north of the Ohio State University campus, North Columbus teems with places to go and things to do. Explore the nightlife and visit Old North Arcade where you can enjoy a variety of drinks on tap while playing your favorite arcade games.

North High Street, which runs through the area and connects the neighborhood with Downtown Columbus, is a hub of activity almost every night of the week but particularly on the weekends. Newport Music Hall remains a popular hangout for both students and residents. Known as America's longest continually-running rock club, it has hosted new and established rock artists, both local and nationally known, since 1984.

Rent Trends

As of February 2025, the average apartment rent in Old North Columbus is $778 for one bedroom, $1,066 for two bedrooms, and $1,151 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Old North Columbus has increased by 3.5% in the past year.

1 BR
620 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$778/month

Average Rent

2 BR
922 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$1,066/month

Average Rent

3 BR
950 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$1,151/month

Average Rent

Transportation

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

Very Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

This area is very bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.

Reviews of Old North Columbus - Columbus, OH

Niche Reviews

3.9 23 Reviews

Current Resident

7 years and 3 months ago•Niche Review

There's a lot of diversity. However, public safety needs to be better implemented. The area contains a lot of students with a lot of preventable crime.

Current Resident

7 years and 6 months ago•Niche Review

I enjoy access to the Olentangy Trail which is ideal for strolling and cycling. I enjoy the variety of the local businesses. This neighborhood is very walkable, which is ideal for people who enjoy an active lifestyle.

Niche User

8 years and 7 months ago•Niche Review

I live in Columbus, Ohio which is a great place to live overall. There is plenty to see and do, and you experience all four seasons.

Niche User

10 years and 1 months ago•Niche Review

Tons of local shops, lots of variety, can get anything you need within a couple miles.

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