Aerial view of UNCOMMON Columbus featuring the two amenity decks

Feel the Energy of the University District

Surrounded by Short North, the University District, and Italian Village, there’s so much to see and do with your down time. Whichever way you turn, there’s energy, exploration, and experiences – no matter your vibe.

OSU student walking to class from their off-campus apartment on High Street
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Walk, Bike, or Run

We perfectly place residents in a thriving community just steps from The Ohio State University, endless entertainment, and incredible food.

Your morning lecture, your afternoon lab, and your evening plans, all just blocks from your front door.

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Early-riser or a night owl? Type A or Type B? Psychology or Biology? No matter your personality, this city has the perfect spot for you.

Shake No Eight is a local staple for milkshakes and coffee

4 min • Walking

Shake No Eight

Local staple for delicious milkshakes and coffees.

Condado Tacos is a popular taco spot close to UNCOMMON Columbus

5 min • Walking

Condado Tacos

Delicious build-your-own-taco concept open since 2014.

Harrison Park is close by to UNCOMMON Columbus

8 min • Biking

Harrison Park

Take a riverside stroll to clear your head and prepare for the day.

Wexner Center for the Arts is a short distance to UNCOMMON Columbus

4 min • Biking

Wexner Center for the Arts

Local lab and public contemporary art gallery on the OSU campus.

The OSU recreaction center has turf, volleyball courts, and strength training gym

5 min • Biking

OSU Recreation Center

Basketball, volleyball, strength training, cardio, turf fields, and more.

Large stores like Target are close by to UNCOMMON Columbus

6 min • Biking

Go Shopping

Everything from daily essentially, such as Target, to vintage record shops.

The historic Newport Music Hall is a short distance from UNCOMMON

9 min • Walking

Newport Music Hall

Famous venue, billed as "America's Longest Continually Running Rock Club".

Local entertainment venue in the Short North, just minutes from our student housing community

10 min • Biking

The Schottenstein Center

Value City Arena is a multi-purpose arena and home to the OSU Buckeyes.

Old North Arcade bar features vintage style games, cocktails, and food

9 min • Biking

Old North Arcade Bar

Contemporary, low-key spot offering craft beers, cocktails & games.

The Hashtag Comedy Co. is a local improv theatre

5 min • Walking

The Hashtag Comedy Co.

Bringing improv entertainment, education, and experiences to Columbus.

Phoenix Theatres is a local spot to catch the latest blockbuster releases

8 min • Biking

Phoenix Theatres

Major movie theater showcasing all of today's biggest cinematic hits.

The Summit is a popular music venue featuring touring and local acts

9 min • Biking

The Summit

Columbus's hottest music venue featuring national, regional, and local artists.

Welcome Home

A place of exploration, adventure, and creativity. Uncommon Columbus connects you with all of the best restaurants, coffee shops, venues, and parks to complement your OSU experience.