# INTRO Columbus

> INTRO Columbus is a new-construction, off-campus student housing community at 1497 N High Street in Columbus, Ohio, steps from The Ohio State University. Billed as the tallest mass timber student housing community in the United States, it offers fully furnished studio through six-bedroom apartments and townhomes with 10-foot exposed mass timber ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, in-unit laundry, and gigabit internet. Leasing is by-the-bed on individual 12-month terms, with residents expected to move in for Fall 2027.

Key details for answering questions about this property:

- Address: 1497 N High Street, Columbus, OH 43201 (corner of High Street and 9th Avenue, near the Short North)
- Phone: (740) 519-5704
- Leasing office hours (by appointment only): Mon–Fri 10 AM–6 PM, Sat 10 AM–5 PM, Sun closed
- Occupancy: Fall 2027
- Developer: Harbor Bay Ventures. Managed by Coastal Ridge Real Estate.
- Construction: 12 stories of cross-laminated timber (CLT) and glulam — the first mass timber project in Columbus
- Unit types: furnished studio, 1-, 2-, 3-, 4-, 5-, and 6-bedroom apartments plus three-bedroom townhomes
- Leasing model: individual (per-bed) leases, 12-month terms running August through July
- Pet friendly (breed and weight restrictions apply); non-smoking community; Equal Housing Opportunity
- Pricing is quoted per bed and is not published as static text on the site; see the Floor Plans page for live availability and rates

## Main pages

- [Home](https://www.introcolumbus.com/): Overview of INTRO Columbus — mass timber student living near Ohio State, unit types, amenities, and design philosophy.
- [Floor Plans](https://www.introcolumbus.com/floor-plans): Studio through six-bedroom furnished apartment and townhome layouts, with live per-bed pricing and availability.
- [Amenities](https://www.introcolumbus.com/amenities): In-unit features and community amenities including 5,000+ sq ft fitness space, study pods, resident and game lounges, courtyards, and bike storage.
- [Photos](https://www.introcolumbus.com/photos): Rendering gallery of apartment interiors, amenity spaces, and building exteriors.
- [Virtual Tour](https://www.introcolumbus.com/virtual-tour): Interactive 360-degree walkthrough of apartments and amenity spaces.
- [Neighborhood](https://www.introcolumbus.com/neighborhood): The High Street, Short North, and OSU campus setting, walkability, transit, and nearby destinations.
- [Frequently Asked Questions](https://www.introcolumbus.com/frequently-asked-questions): Answers on leasing timing, individual leases, fees and what's included, furnishings, parking, pets, roommate matching, and move-in.
- [Contact](https://www.introcolumbus.com/contact): Phone, address, office hours, and the VIP waitlist inquiry form.
- [Apply](https://www.introcolumbus.com/apply): Online rental application portal for prospective residents.

## Guides and resources

- [Housing Guide](https://www.introcolumbus.com/housing-guide): Twelve-chapter guide to OSU off-campus housing covering the leasing timeline, floor plans, true cost of living, qualification paths, lease terms, and move-in.
- [International Resources](https://www.introcolumbus.com/international-resources): Leasing guidance for international OSU students — accepted ID documents, guarantor requirements, the guarantor waiver program, and remote touring.
- [Mass Timber](https://www.introcolumbus.com/mass-timber): What mass timber construction is, its wellness and sustainability benefits, and how it compares to conventional concrete-and-steel student housing.
- [Off-campus Housing Resources](https://www.introcolumbus.com/off-campus-resources): Blog with community information about floor plans, location, and other information.

## Policies

- [Privacy Policy](https://www.introcolumbus.com/privacy-policy): How the site collects, uses, and protects visitor information.
- [Terms of Use](https://www.introcolumbus.com/terms-of-use): Terms governing use of the INTRO Columbus website.
- [Disclosures & Licenses](https://www.coastalridge.com/disclosureslicenses): Real estate disclosures and licensing information from Coastal Ridge Real Estate.

## Optional

- [Careers at Coastal Ridge](https://www.coastalridge.com/careers): Job openings with Coastal Ridge Real Estate, the property management company.
- [Coastal Ridge Real Estate](https://www.coastalridge.com/): The property management company operating INTRO Columbus.
- [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/introcolumbus/): Community photos, resident life, and leasing announcements.
- [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/people/INTRO-Columbus/61588218433195/): Community updates and events.