Cleve Royale's 1-bed/1-bath starts at $850/mo with a one-month deposit and a $50 application fee. Trash service and the on-site laundry room are already covered.
A truly affordable one bedroom in Columbus is hard to track down, yet it is out there. At Cleve Royale on the Cleveland Avenue corridor in North Linden (43224), a fresh, updated 1-bedroom rents from $850 a month. That number already covers trash pickup and use of the shared laundry room, which keeps more cash in your pocket. Best of all, the CMAX rapid bus stops right along Cleveland Ave, so getting downtown without a car is simple. Below we lay out what comes with the unit, what you cover yourself, who this apartment suits, and how quickly you can get the keys. Straight talk, no fluff.
What $850 gets you
At $850 a month, a Cleve Royale 1-bedroom is ready the day you walk in. The kitchen comes with a refrigerator and an oven. There is heating and air conditioning to keep you comfortable through Columbus summers and winters alike. The unit is cable-ready and wired for high-speed internet, so getting your TV and Wi-Fi going takes no effort. Step outside and the CMAX line on Cleveland Ave puts a fast, frequent ride to Downtown within easy reach.
Our one bedrooms have newly painted walls and updated flooring, so the place looks bright and clean from move-in day one. You are getting a refreshed unit, not a worn-out one. Take a look at the full rundown on our Amenities page so you know exactly what is part of the deal before you commit.
Covered for you vs paid by you
Knowing which bills are handled and which land on you makes budgeting easier. At Cleve Royale, trash collection and the on-site laundry room come with the apartment. Keep in mind the laundry is a shared room in the building, not a personal washer and dryer inside your unit. Even so, laundry down the hall beats hauling a basket to a laundromat every week.
The bills in your name are electric, water and sewer, and your internet or cable. Those are the usual costs any renter carries, and factoring them in shows you the real monthly figure. If you want to see how buildings stack up on this, read our guide to apartments with utilities included in Columbus.
Who this apartment suits
A one bedroom fits a lot of lives. Living on a single paycheck? The low rent keeps your money in balance. A couple settles in here with room to spare. And with the CMAX stop out front, this is a great pick for a student at Columbus State or OSU, or anyone who rides transit to a downtown job and would rather skip a car payment.
Anyone is free to apply, and we hold every applicant to the same standards. What really matters is whether the layout and the price line up with what you need. For someone who wants their own place near fast transit without paying for space they will never use, a Cleve Royale one bedroom is a sensible, low-cost move. If you need something bigger, ask us about the 4 bed / 2 bath house nearby at $1,300 a month.
What it costs to move in
Have some money set aside before the keys change hands. For a Cleve Royale 1-bedroom, budget for the first month of rent at $850, a security deposit equal to one month at $850, and a $50 application fee for each adult 18 and up. That application fee does not get refunded.
So you are looking at roughly $1,750 up front, plus a little to get your own utilities switched on. For a line-by-line look at everything you pay at the start, check our guide to apartment move-in costs in Columbus so nothing catches you off guard.
How to qualify
The standard benchmark is a gross income around 3 times the monthly rent. For an $850 apartment, that works out to roughly $2,550 a month before taxes. You will bring proof, like your last few pay stubs. We also look for satisfactory credit, no recent evictions, and no disqualifying criminal history.
The same requirements apply to everyone who applies, and each adult 18 and older fills out their own application. There is no guaranteed approval here, so be upfront and come with your paperwork ready. For a deeper look, read our guide to the income needed to rent an apartment in Columbus.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is the 1-bedroom?
The Cleve Royale 1-bed/1-bath gives you an easygoing layout with a separate bedroom, a living area, and a kitchen. It works for one paycheck, a couple, or someone who needs a corner for a work-from-home setup. On an even tighter budget? Look at our studio apartments under $800 in the same building.
How long is the lease?
A Cleve Royale lease runs 12 months by default. A one-year term keeps your rent locked and predictable, which makes planning your budget simpler. Got questions about the terms before you put your name down? Call our leasing office and we will go over every detail with you.
How soon can I move in?
After we approve your application, move-in usually happens inside 48 to 72 hours. In other words, the keys could be yours within a couple of days. To keep the clock moving, apply sooner rather than later and have your income proof and photo ID in hand so nothing slows the review.
Can I have pets?
Cleve Royale is a no-pet community, so dogs and cats are not permitted in the apartments. Service animals and assistance animals are accommodated as the law requires. If you depend on one, tell us while you apply and we will follow the proper legal steps to honor your request.
Ready to lock in a clean, low-cost 1-bedroom next to the CMAX line? Come by Cleve Royale Apartments, 3607 Cleveland Avenue, Columbus, OH 43224. Check 1-bedroom availability, reach our leasing office, or start your application online today.
