The Fairfax, Columbus
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About the Property
Located at 1550 Kenny Road, Columbus, OH 43212, USA, The Fairfax Columbus offers contemporary student housing Columbus Ohio. This apartment complex houses the well-appointed 1B, 2B, and 3B units, complete with modern amenities and clean rooms. The Fairfax apartments are an ideal student housing option as they provide off-campus housing near the Columbus College of Art & Design (14-minute drive), Capital University (14-minute drive), or Ohio Dominican University (17-minute drive).
Columbus stands out as one of the fastest-growing cities for students in the country due to its excellent education facilities as well as career prospects. The city has an unemployment rate of about 2.7% (BLS), with Technology, Insurance, Logistics, and Healthcare leading the major industries. The safety index here is about 51.01%, but it is ideal to know the safest and most dangerous places in Columbus. The cost of living in Columbus is about $1,235 - $1,500, which is 7% lower than the national average (Payscale). The city of Columbus is quite car-dependent, with a walk score of 41/100.
Features
The Fairfax Columbus is meticulously planned and combines modern comfort with practicality, offering various 1B (1 Bed 1 Bath | A to 1 Bed 1 Bath | G), 2B (2 Bed 2 Bath | B to 2 Bed 2 Bath | D), and 3B (3 Bed 2 Bath | C4) options with a private/shared bathroom and kitchen depending on the choice of room. Each apartment at the Fairfax apartments Columbus comes equipped with semi-frameless tiled showers for the bathroom, a bed, a walk-in closet, an in-suite washer and dryer, a kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops, a living room with wood-style plank flooring, and private balconies for an outdoorsy vibe.
Students staying at Fairfax Apartments have access to a wide array of premium features, such as a pet spa, co-working stations, a private business center, a package locker, a clubhouse, a private theatre, a resident lounge, a wood-burning fireplace, a dog park, a monthly resident events, and a fire pit. For gym and recreation, the Fairfax Columbus offers a fitness center with free weights, a premium golf simulator, a Starbucks coffee bar, a retro arcade, a heated resort-style pool, and a hot hydrotherapy pool. The bills here are inclusive and cover gas, pest control, and trash. For outdoor activities, the Fairfax Columbus offers a pool deck with a lounge, a private cabana, an outdoor courtyard with games, a grilling area, and a sundeck. Along with this, the building offers controlled building access and secure key fob entry for security while also providing 24/7 emergency maintenance, an Amazon package center, and award-winning management. Finally, the Fairfax Columbus also has a dedicated parking garage, an EV charging station, and a controlled access parking garage system.
Location and What's Hot?
The Fairfax Columbus has an excellent location that is in proximity to universities, malls, dining places, and recreational facilities. Students looking for student apartments near Ohio State University (6-minute drive) or Franklin University (14-minute drive) should consider Fairfax Columbus due to its proximity. Food-wise, Cilantro Latin Bistro (5-minute walk), Texas Steele BBQ (4-minute walk), and AJ’s Tacos Food Truck (6-minute walk) are great options near Fairfax Apartments. For coffee, students can go to Royal Flamingo Coffee House and Moonbird Coffee Co., both at a 7-minute walk, or go for drinks at Echo Spirits Distilling Co. or I Like It Like That within a 6-minute walk.
The Fairfax Columbus is close to many grocery stores and pharmacies like Aldi and Target Grocery within a 3-5 minute drive, and Kroger Pharmacy or CVS Pharmacy within a 4-5 minute drive. In case of a medical emergency, Select Specialty Hospital - Columbus is an 8-minute drive from The Fairfax Columbus.
The city of Columbus provides students with an engaging blend of cultural opportunities, entertainment, and outdoor adventures by discovering the energetic atmosphere of the Short North Arts District, visiting art galleries, murals, shops, and cafes, or getting to know the spectacular collections of the Columbus Museum of Art. Those who enjoy nature will be able to take walks or ride their bikes along the picturesque Scioto Mile, while the Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens can serve as a place of tranquility away from the hustle of the city. The Ohio Stadium, shopping and dining at the Easton Town Center, and the historic German Village are some other places to visit on weekends.
Commute
The Fairfax Columbus enjoys great connectivity in the city. Public transportation charges usually begin at $2 per journey for COTA (Central Ohio Transit Authority) buses, with King Ave & Kenny Rd (3-minute walk) and Kenny Rd & King Ave (4-minute drive) being the nearest stops. Cycling, taxis, and ridesharing, such as Uber and Lyft, are also available options. The John Glenn Columbus International Airport is the nearest airport, about 16 minutes drive away from the Fairfax Apartments.
Amenities
Shared Community And Utilities
Fitness And Recreation
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Property Services
Parking
Outdoor Features
Bills Included
Room Types (8)
1B
1 Bed 1 Bath | A
2B
2 Bed 2 Bath | D
3B
House Rules
Payment and Fees
Booking Deposit
The following one-time, non-refundable fees apply at the time of application submission: Application Fee: $60 per applicant Administrative Fee: $175
Security Deposit
A $250 security deposit per applicant is required, payable at move-in. This deposit is refundable, subject to lease terms and applicable deductions.
Mode Of Payment
Rent can be paid through resident portal, using Debit or Credit card
Guarantor Requirement
Guarantors are accepted for applicants who do not meet the required rent-to-income ratio or credit criteria. Applicants who are unable to qualify independently, or whose guarantor does not qualify, may alternatively apply through the approved third-party guarantor partner, Leap.
Additional Fees
- Live Well Fee: $75 per month (required) - Rentistry Credit Builder: $9 per month (required) - Foxen Liability Waiver: $16 per month (required) - Parking: Reserved garage parking ranges from $150 to $200 per month (optional) - Utilities: Residents pay electric, water, sewer, internet, and cable directly to providers. Gas, trash, and pest control are included in rent.
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