Tompkins
2490 N High St,
Columbus, OH 43202
$1,500 - $2,400
1-2 Beds
Old North Columbus
Columbus, OH
Old North Columbus - Columbus, OH
Area Guide
Niche Reviews 
Where education and entertainment converge
Walkable
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Bike-Friendly
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OSU
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Buckeyes
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Urban
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Downtown
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Historic
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Active
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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 October 2025, the average apartment rent in Old North Columbus is $766 for one bedroom, $1,042 for two bedrooms, and $1,159 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Old North Columbus has increased by 2.0% in the past year.
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1 BR
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620 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$766/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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922 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,042/month
Average Rent
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3 BR
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950 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,159/month
Average Rent
Transportation
85
Very Walkable
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
42
Some Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
88
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
24 Reviews
Former Resident
5 years and 4 months ago•Niche Review
I grew up in Westerville. I had a great young life. I had a lot of friends. The schools were new and fresh smelling. I was a popular person. That was a feat in itself.
Current Resident
8 years and 3 months ago•Niche Review
Old North Columbus is a great neighborhood for students and those who desire a easy-going feel. There has been a lot of development the past few years especially on Summit St.
Current Resident
8 years and 3 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
9 years and 5 months ago•Niche Review
It's cold, but I would live here again if I was given the opportunity.
Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Chadwick Arboretum and Learning Gardens
- Center of Science and Industry (COSI)
- Kelton House Museum & Garden
- Grange Insurance Audubon Center
- Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Garden
Airports
- John Glenn Columbus International
- Rickenbacker International
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† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2025.