Rental Homes
We develop single-family and multi-family rental homes in Columbus’ South Side and Linden communities. These units are reserved for families at or below 80% of the area median income (AMI), with some reserved for families at 50% of AMI.
Areas We Serve
South Side
Properties are located throughout the 43205, 43206 and 43207 zip codes, and include single-family homes and duplexes with two to three bedrooms.
Linden
Properties are located throughout 43211 and 43224.
How to Qualify
Income Requirements:
- Have household income that is at least three times the monthly rent on the unit you are applying for. For example, if the asking rent is $900/month, the applicant will need to show pre-tax income of $2,700/month.
- Have a Section 8 housing choice voucher in hand (issued by Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority) and income at least equal to $300 per month ($3,600 annually).
Background Check Requirements:
- Felonies, including but not limited to, murder, rape, robbery, burglary, weapons charge, gang-related activity, domestic abuse, arson or any felony drug charge, will disqualify the household for tenancy.
- More than three misdemeanors of any kind within the past five years will be grounds for rejection.
Credit Check Requirements:
- Previous landlords will be contacted for rental history information. No outstanding balances to prior landlord for rent and/or damages will be accepted.
- Must be able to put utilities in your name with no outstanding balances owed to utility companies.
- No evictions within the last three years.
Ready to Apply?
South Side
Please contact our property management company for real-time information about available units. Contact Sawmill Road Management at (614) 407-0739 or email pmcolumbus@sawmillroadmgt.com.
Linden
Our wait list for rental housing in Linden is currently closed. Please check back here for more information on when and how to apply for upcoming opportunities.
For Current Renters
Please submit all maintenance and emergency work orders directly to Sawmill Road Management Company at (614) 407-0880 and leave a message. Work orders can also be submitted via email at maintenance@sawmillroadmgt.com.
