Columbus, IN Rent History

101 months of data, 2018–2026. Source: ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index, smoothed seasonally adjusted).

Today (2026-09)
$1,385
1-year change
+2.2%
$30/mo
5-year change
+29.2%
$313/mo

Monthly rent trend

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Year-by-year rent in Columbus

YearMedian rentYoY changevs 2018
2018$918/mo—0.0%
2019$945/mo+2.9%+2.9%
2020$970/mo+2.6%+5.7%
2021$984/mo+1.4%+7.2%
2022$1,140/mo+15.9%+24.2%
2023$1,195/mo+4.8%+30.2%
2024$1,268/mo+6.1%+38.1%
2025$1,321/mo+4.2%+43.9%
2026$1,364/mo+3.3%+48.6%

Frequently asked questions

How much has rent in Columbus changed since 2018?

Median rent in Columbus, IN was $918 in 2018-05 and is $1,385 as of 2026-09 — a change of $467 per month over 8 years.

How much has Columbus rent increased in the last 5 years?

Over the past 5 years, median rent in Columbus, IN has changed +29.2% ($313 per month). The current median is $1,385.

Is rent in Columbus going up or down year over year?

Year over year, median rent in Columbus, IN has increased +2.2% ($30/mo). Current median: $1,385.

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Methodology: Rent figures use ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index) monthly smoothed seasonally-adjusted values for all properties (single family + condo + multifamily). Year-by-year table uses April readings (or nearest available month) for consistency across years. 1-/5-/10-year change uses the same month 2026 as the anchor.