INTRO Columbus is a new student housing community at 1497 N High Street, Columbus, OH 43201, United States. The property is positioned along High Street between The Ohio State University and the Short North Arts District. The INTRO Columbus housing offers studio, 1B, 2B, 3B, 4B, 5B, and 6B apartments and townhomes, giving students options ranging from private studios to larger shared apartments. The property is about 0.5 miles from The Ohio State University, and the property website describes the campus as about an 11-minute walk away.
Columbus is Ohio's capital and one of the state's main university cities, with The Ohio State University forming a major part of the local student community. The city has a population of more than 900,000, making it one of the Midwest's largest cities. Columbus has a walk score of 41/100, although areas around High Street, Ohio State, and the Short North are much easier to get around on foot. The Short North, in particular, has a walk score of 95/100, with cafés, restaurants, shops, entertainment venues, and everyday amenities close together. Crime levels vary across the city, so students should consider the specific neighborhood when choosing where to live. Areas such as Worthington Hills/Antrim, Olentangy Highlands/Worthingview, Blacklick North, Summitview Woods/Summit View Forest, and Lake Darby are among the locations NeighborhoodScout identifies as having comparatively lower crime rates.
INTRO Columbus has studio to six-bedroom student apartments, with options for both private and shared living. The Studio apartments have a private bathroom and kitchen, while the 1B apartments include a private bedroom, bathroom, and kitchen. The 2B, 3B, 4B, 5B, and 6B apartments come with private bedrooms and bathrooms, along with a shared kitchen. The Non-Ensuite apartments in INTRO Columbus apartments have a private bedroom with a shared bathroom and kitchen. With different layouts available in this student housing Columbus Ohio, students can choose a room type based on how much private space they need and whether they want to share the main living areas. Apartments at INTRO Columbus come with custom bedroom closets, a bed, floor-to-ceiling low-emissivity windows, operable windows with screens, and wide-plank wood-style flooring. The kitchens include stainless steel Samsung appliances and quartz countertops. These features are included across the apartments, making it easy for residents to settle in and handle their day-to-day routines.
For added convenience, apartments also include an in-unit washer and dryer, so students can handle laundry without leaving their apartment. Gigabit internet service helps with online classes, streaming, and everyday browsing, while USB-C ports in the bedrooms make it easier to keep phones, laptops, and other devices charged. INTRO Columbus offers a range of shared spaces and services designed for student life, including private study pods, collaborative lounges, a resident lounge with game-day viewing spaces, library and meeting rooms, and a game lounge with arcade and billiards. Students also have access to over 5,000 square feet of fitness space, secure bicycle storage and a bike hangar, a dedicated rideshare lobby, and regular resident programming and events. Other conveniences include secure package and mail rooms, on-site management and maintenance, and walkable access to Ohio State University, High Street, and the Short North. Outdoors, residents can make use of the courtyard and sundeck for relaxing or spending time with friends.
INTRO Columbus sits on High Street, putting students close to The Ohio State University, the Short North Arts District, and the University District. The Ohio State campus is around a 10-minute walk, while Kroger is approximately a 2-minute walk away for everyday groceries. The Short North is also close to INTRO Columbus, giving students easy access to cafés, restaurants, independent shops, galleries and entertainment. For food and coffee, students can try Fox in the Snow, Stauf's Coffee, Condado Tacos, Northstar Café, Budd Dairy Food Hall, and Adriatico's. For entertainment, Newport Music Hall is nearby, while Gateway Film Center offers independent and art films. Students living in student apartments in Columbus can also explore the Short North Arts District, including its galleries, shops and monthly First Friday events.
For groceries and shopping, Kroger is particularly convenient, while Target OSU and Lucky's Market are also accessible from the neighbourhood of INTRO Columbus. Students looking for green space can head towards the Olentangy Trail, which provides opportunities for walking, running and cycling. Ohio Stadium is also within walking distance for Buckeye football games, while the surrounding University District stays busy with student events, restaurants and social spots throughout the academic year.
Getting around from this student housing in Columbus is relatively straightforward because of its location on High Street. The INTRO Columbus also has secure bicycle storage, and the surrounding area is suitable for cycling and scooters. Students can use COTA buses, with service available directly outside the property. INTRO states that Ohio State students can ride COTA for free with their BuckID, while the university's CABS system provides free campus bus transportation once students are on campus. For longer journeys, COTA connects the University District with other parts of Columbus, including downtown. The INTRO Columbus also has a dedicated rideshare lobby, which is useful for students travelling to locations that are less convenient by bus or on foot. The nearest major airport to INTRO Columbus (1497 N High Street) is John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH), a 20-minute drive from the property.
Rent is due on the 1st of each month. Total rent is paid in 12 equal monthly installments; August rent is not prorated.
Payments are made through a secure online resident portal. Accepted methods generally include ACH (bank transfer), credit cards, and debit cards.
Required if the applicant does not meet the income requirement (typically 3x the monthly rent). Guarantors must be U.S. residents and typically must show income of at least 4x the rent. Intro also offers a Guarantor Waiver Program (via Leap) as an alternative for those without a U.S. guarantor.
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