Student Living That Just Feels Different.

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LIVE BOLD. STAY ROOTED

The future of student living starts here at INTRO Columbus, a brand-new mass timber student housing community near The Ohio State University, designed to feel different from the moment you walk in.

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APARTMENTS NEAR OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY

SCHEDULE TOUR

INTRO Columbus brings a completely different approach to student living near The Ohio State University. Choose from thoughtfully designed studio, 1-, 2-, 3-, 4-, 5-, and 6-bedroom apartments and townhomes featuring exposed 10-foot mass timber ceilings, oversized windows, and biophilic interiors intentionally designed to feel calmer, brighter, and more open. Fully furnished layouts, custom closets, stainless steel appliances, gigabit internet, and in-unit laundry create a student living experience rooted in comfort, wellness, and intentional design.

THE TALLEST MASS TIMBER STUDENT HOUSING COMMUNITY IN THE U.S.

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MASS TIMBER STUDENT LIVING NEAR OSU

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A modern bedroom with a black bed, yellow pillows, a side table with a lamp, wall art featuring Ohio State University, a window with a roller shade, and a red and white checkered rug.
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Modern lounge with large windows, wooden ceiling, black shelving filled with books and decorative items, people working and relaxing, and a variety of seating.
OFF-CAMPUS LIVING RESOURCES

DESIGNED FOR YOUR NEXT CHAPTER

Modern coworking space with people working and socializing, featuring wooden ceiling, black lighting fixtures, large windows, and eclectic furniture.

A STUDENT EXPERIENCE BUILT AROUND REAL LIFE

INTRO was built around the moments that shape student life between classes, late-night study sessions, coffee runs, workouts, game days, creative breakthroughs, and the people you meet along the way. Inside, students have access to over 5,000 square feet of wellness-focused fitness space, curated study lounges, private study pods, resident lounges, bike storage, outdoor gathering areas, and social spaces designed to feel energetic without becoming overwhelming.

Located along High Street near the Short North and steps from Ohio State University, INTRO connects students to the energy of Columbus while creating a home environment that feels grounded, inspiring, and intentionally designed around how students actually live.

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AMENITIES
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Don’t just take our word for it… ✨ We asked our future residents why they chose INTRO, and well… we’ll let them do the talking. “Ever since I saw the first post about INTRO I knew that would be my future home. The l
Having a picture-esque study room like this, only 13 minutes away at the Thompson Library, is one of our fav perks of life at INTRO. ✨ Thompson Library | Ohio State Campus | OSU Student Lifestyle
meet you on the sundeck? catch the game, get a little studying done, challenge your roommates to a game or claim a spot in the sun and stay awhile — just another reason staying home at INTRO hits different ✨
buckeye game days on film 🎞️ @megvsocial and for our future residents — your away games at INTRO will be even sweeter at our game day lounge and viewing parties✨