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PrivateParking/Entrance_OSU/ExpoCentr 6B Renovated
Near EVERYTHING! A Renovated 2 BD/1 Bath unit with beautiful design, details & comfort. FREE parking spot at our PRIVATE parking lot! Off-campus area, walking distance to OSU, Expo Center, restaurants, café, bus stops on High St. & events. PRIVATE entrance to outside with keyless self-check in. 1.4 mi to Mapfree & Ohio Stadium, 1.5 mi to Italian Village/Short North, 2 mi to Convention Center, Arena District & 3 mi to Downtown. Easy access to Hwy. A great spot to enjoy what Columbus has to offer!

Cozy & Quaint 2BR Home. Centrally Located Gem!
A fantastic place to stay and explore what Columbus has to offer! One block from High Street, and nestled on the edge of North Campus and Old North Columbus. Tons of restaurants and bars in the area, with 2x $10 off coupons! Only a 10 minute drive to the bustling Short North and Downtown. 20 minute walk to the historic Ohio Stadium! Living room and bedrooms all come equipped with smart TV's. Keyless entry with smart lock. New memory foam mattresses and sleeper sofas for your earned beauty rest.

Cozy Cabin in the City
You will be close to everything when you stay at this centrally-located super cozy, stylish home in Columbus! Located between Upper Arlington and Grandview, it is arguably the safest location in central Ohio. Located on a quiet street and right next to a grocery store. A 10 minute drive to attractions such as Easton, the Convention Center, OSU campus, the Short North, and the Crew Soccer stadium. Just west of Ohio State and blocks from shopping, the Olentangy Bike trail, restaurants and parks.

Rustic Treetop Apartment w/ Off Street Parking
This is a one-bedroom unit in a 3-unit building w/ 1 parking space. The space is completely separated from the other units in the building. The third floor living room and bedroom have a great view over the surrounding buildings. There is a spacious bathroom, with clean fresh towels, and some basic necessities, hair dryer, etc. The kitchen is new with a stove, refrigerator, and microwave. All kitchenware is supplied and some basic cooking items are provided. A drip coffeemaker is provided.

Short North Carriage House next to Goodale Park
Welcome to the Goodale Park Carriage House located by beautiful Goodale Park, a 34 acre urban oasis steps away from the Short North Arts District. The apartment is a comfortable 2nd floor, one bedroom walk-up with cathedral ceilings and large windows for natural light. The carriage house is conveniently located a short walk from High Street with all of its shopping, restaurants, and nightlife, as well as a short walk to the Convention Center, North Market, Arena District, CVS and grocery.

Comfy & airy full house, 4mi from central Columbus
Welcome to Westgate! Originally established as a streetcar suburb in the 1920's, Westgate is a quiet family neighborhood 4 miles directly west of downtown Columbus. Our newly-refinished 720 sq foot, 2-bedroom/1 bath 1940's cottage is the perfect mix of original historic charm and modern conveniences. Tucked in a community of lovingly restored homes, walkable tree-lined streets, and just 1/2 block from Westagte Park, you get the best the city has to offer without the hustle and bustle.

Ideally Located 1 Bdrm Stay | Parking & Laundry
Located in the heart of the Short North Arts District, this cozy 2nd-floor condo is the perfect home base for exploring Columbus. Walk to galleries, boutiques, grocery stores, and dozens of the city's best restaurants! You'll also be minutes from Ohio State events, Nationwide Arena, and the Columbus Convention Center. *Prime location in Short North (1 block over from High St) *Free off-street parking (first come, first served) *Full kitchen *In-unit laundry *Convenient self check-in

Bright + Pet-Friendly | Close to OSU, Short North
Welcome to our little bungalow in Clintonville! Enjoy a family-friendly, walkable neighborhood. This home is a short walk from local restaurants, shops and more. Perfect for a weekend visit or a longer stay. Fully stocked kitchen, fast WiFi, washer/dryer, new wooden privacy fence + 1-car garage! The Ohio State University - 2 mi Schottenstein Center - 2 mi Short North - 3 mi OSU Medical Center - 3 mi Convention Center - 5 mi Easy access to 71 and 315 Dogs welcome with $75 pet fee.

🌲 Mtn Mod Townhome w/City Views-Unmatched Location
• The Grove at Grandview! The Blue Spruce is a private 3 bedroom 2 bathroom townhome • NEW Outdoor Barrel Sauna fits 6! • Walkable to Grandview • 1.5 miles to downtown/OSU campus • Single stall garage parking • COVID Certified Cleaners • Smart TV's in the livingroom and every bedroom! • Premium linens, towels, robes, & soaps • Spacious bedrooms for 6 to sleep comfortably w/3 queen beds • Fully stocked modern kitchen • Complimentary coffee w/to go cups • Washer & dryer w/detergent

Holtz Häusle | Cozy Apartment in the Woods
You’d never guess this home, tucked back in the woods, was right off of High Street! Find peace and quiet while being only minutes from the fun of Columbus! Hidden away in the Clintonville neighborhood, it’s just a 10 min drive to Downtown. Guests enjoy private access to the entire first floor of this gorgeous house set back in the woods overlooking Adena Brook ravine. Enjoy a luxury apartment experience while relaxing in the solace of the forest around you.

Stylish Short North 1BR · Sleeps 4 · Free Parking
Walkable, comfortable, and thoughtfully equipped — your Short North home base awaits. Stay steps from the Short North Arts District in a beautifully preserved 145-year-old Victorian blending historic charm with modern ease. Ideal for couples, business travelers, or OSU visitors. • King bed + pull-out sofa • Fast Wi-Fi • Full kitchen • Shared backyard w/ fire pit & grill • FREE street-parking pass Perfect for work trips, game days, or weekend getaways.

First-Floor Stay | 2mi Ohio State | Nearby Cafes
Welcome to our beautifully decorated apartment! - 1st floor unit with new furniture and antiques - Private entrance with SmartLock for easy check-in/out - Free off-street parking and street parking - Central air conditioning and Smart thermostat - Comfy living room with flat-screen smart TV - Kitchen stocked with essentials - Tons of nearby restaurants, bars, and cafes! - The Ohio State University: 2mi, Convention Center: 2.4mi
Popular amenities for family-friendly rentals near Ohio State University
Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

Mater's Garage

Charming 2BR w/ Hot Tub + Yard, Walk to OSU + More

The Avenue Hot Tub Patio King Bed 5th Ave OSU

High End New Build, Rooftop Hot Tub, City Views!

Charming 3BR Parking, Hot Tub & Garden! Near OSU

Walk to OSU | 4BR Retreat with Patio and Hot Tub

Hot Tub, King Beds, Foosball, Firepit, Cornhole

Victorian Buckeye | Hot Tub + Game Room
Family- and pet-friendly home rentals

Luxury Short North Home! Free Parking

Centrally located studio; pet-friendly; workspace

Urban 1BD 1BA Apartment Near OSU FREE Parking

Tranquil Dublin Bungalow 4 min from Bridgepark

Stylish Grandview Heights -Private Courtyard

Mid Century Industrial Loft - Short North

⭐️ Sam’s Spot ⭐️ Near Short North & OSU & ExpoCenter

Top rated 4BR, Walk to Stdm,4 Parking, Fenced Bkyd
Family-friendly home rentals with a pool

Pickleball-Basketball-Pool-Hot Tub-Game Room-Fire Pit

Modern Downtown Luxury Apartment

Luxury Italian vibe 3Bed | Pool, Gym, Parking

2BD 2BA Condo - Italian Village w Gym/Pool/Parking

Pool & Hot Tub! -2 King Bed Suites -Private oasis

Modern Columbus Retreat |Sleeps 6 | Pool & Parking

Private Heated Pool • Hot Tub • Fenced Yard

Italian Village | Hosts 6 | 2 Bedroom | Pool & Gym
Family-friendly home rentals with Wifi

Short North OSU walkable free off-street parking

Prime Spot! Firepit, 3 Kings, OSU/Short North

Spacious 1BR - Great Location @ Grandview & OSU!

Free Garage Parking | Walk Short North & Downtown

The Level Two Studio @ OSU & Short North

New Build, Sleeps 4 & Close to Everything!

LUXELOFT High St ShortNorth Free Park RooftopPatio

Clintonville Retreat • Fireplace, Games • Near OSU
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Pet-friendly vacation rentals
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30 of Ohio State University vacation rentals include wi-fi access

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Guests love Kitchen, Wifi, and Pool across Ohio State University rentals

4.8 Average rating
Ohio State University stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!
Destinations to explore
- Hocking Hills State Park
- Ohio Stadium
- Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
- Easton Town Center
- Historic Crew Stadium
- Nationwide Arena
- John Bryan State Park
- Schottenstein Center
- Muirfield Village Golf Club
- Lake Logan State Park
- Zoombezi Bay
- Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
- Legend Valley
- Greater Columbus Convention Center
- Ohio Expo Center & State Fair-W
- Deer Creek State Park
- Hocking Hills Winery
- Otherworld
- Columbus Museum of Art
- Highbanks Metro Park
- Schiller Park
- Hollywood Casino Columbus
- Ariel-Foundation Park
- Cantwell Cliffs





