Columbus, IN Rent History

98 months of data, 20182026. Source: ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index, smoothed seasonally adjusted).

Today (2026-06)
$1,399
1-year change
+4.2%
$56/mo
5-year change
+38.7%
$390/mo

Monthly rent trend

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Year-by-year rent in Columbus

YearMedian rentYoY changevs 2018
2018$920/mo0.0%
2019$940/mo+2.2%+2.2%
2020$968/mo+3.0%+5.2%
2021$982/mo+1.4%+6.7%
2022$1,142/mo+16.3%+24.1%
2023$1,202/mo+5.3%+30.7%
2024$1,271/mo+5.7%+38.2%
2025$1,328/mo+4.5%+44.3%
2026$1,367/mo+2.9%+48.6%

Frequently asked questions

How much has rent in Columbus changed since 2018?

Median rent in Columbus, IN was $920 in 2018-05 and is $1,399 as of 2026-06 — a change of $479 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 +38.7% ($390 per month). The current median is $1,399.

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

Year over year, median rent in Columbus, IN has increased +4.2% ($56/mo). Current median: $1,399.

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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.