Governours Square

Reviews

• LD

  LJ doug5

  5 days ago
  2.0
  I would not recommend governors square apartments in Columbus, Ohio. My apartment was not move-in ready at all. When I first got the keys, the unit smelled strongly of dog urine and old food—it clearly hadn’t been properly cleaned. That alone was unacceptable. There were also pest issues around the property, with rats/mice visible in the parking lot of Marblehead court which made things feel unsanitary. As well as people leaving their dogs feces behind. Maintenance of the unit was a constant problem. During my time there, I had my heat go out, my AC go out, and even experienced a sewage backup that flooded into my apartment. On top of that, the water lines seemed to burst frequently. While the leasing office and maintenance staff were pleasant to interact with, the amount of issues made living there very frustrating. Another thing to be aware of: the pictures in the listings are misleading. The actual condition of the apartments is much worse than what’s advertised. Overall, too many issues for myself to live comfortably . If you’re considering this place, make sure you see the exact unit in person before signing anything.
• SG

  Snake Granberry

  May 13, 2026
  4.0
  Besides rent going up every year great.
• PP

  Party

  May 5, 2026
  5.0
  Verygood community apartment. Stay calm and relax no crazy things..
• LM

  Lauren Moore

  Apr 20, 2026
  2.0
  Here’s my honest review of Governors Square after living here for 2 years. I’ve seen both the good and the bad. My unit is around 750–800 sq ft. In the winter, electric was $60–$70/month; in the summer, $100–$120—and rising. The windows are inefficient, and I felt a noticeable draft from the patio door. I used Spectrum for internet (not sure if others are available). The location is great—that’s what I’ll miss most. Plenty of nearby local, non-chain restaurants, and easy highway access. When I first signed, I was only looking for a 1-bedroom. The original unit had a plumbing issue, so they “generously” gave me a 2-bedroom for the same price—except online they were charging the full 2-bedroom rate anyway. Add in last-minute calls to switch utility start dates/addresses… so yeah, generous is a stretch. Move-in wasn’t smooth either. I walked into an ant infestation and handled it myself with traps—something I was used to from a private landlord. Things were mostly fine—until renewal. Base rent was $1,270/month (up from $1,187 in 2024–2025), but after fees it was $1,425. No transparency, no incentive to stay—just a price jump and vibes. I asked for a compromise, and management said it was “consistent with market value.” That was enough for me not to renew. Maintenance has been questionable. I reported water damage above my patio—they painted over it instead of fixing it. It’s directly above the electrical box, which feels like a hazard. There are also cracks in the walls that don’t inspire confidence. Appliances haven’t been great either. My dishwasher doesn’t drain properly—maintenance “fixed” it, but it works maybe 50% of the time. I’m also dealing with a defective fire alarm. The office insisted it’s “just the battery,” but there’s a clear difference between a low-battery chirp and it going off from shower steam or an open window. After dealing with the office, I removed it until I move out—not worth waking neighbors at 6am or arguing over a safety issue. The overall environment has declined—constant noise (kids screaming at all hours), trash everywhere, abandoned cars. Snow removal was basically nonexistent. I work in healthcare, so missing work wasn’t an option—I only made it in safely because of new tires and AWD. Even then, I slipped and fell on the ice. One thing that really didn’t sit right: I received an email encouraging residents to leave positive Google reviews for a raffle entry. Good and bad reviews should be earned. That approach turned me off, so take some 5-star reviews with a grain of salt. I wanted a better experience, but it’s been a steady decline. It wasn’t the worst, but it wasn’t worth it. I wouldn’t recommend it. For about $1,400/month total, I found a better place elsewhere—which is what I asked them to compromise to. Guess the extra $25/month was too much to ask.
• JS

  Johnny Smith

  Apr 7, 2026
  1.0
  I strongly recommend avoiding this apartment complex. My experience here has been extremely frustrating across multiple units. In my first apartment, there was a cockroach problem that was probably never properly resolved. After moving to a second unit, I ran into even bigger issues—structural problems like broken ceiling joists, which is completely unacceptable for a place people are supposed to feel safe living in. On top of that, management has been incredibly inconsiderate of tenants. They regularly send work crews out as early as 8 AM on weekdays for remodeling projects, with little to no regard for the people who actually live here—especially those who work late shifts or from home. There’s a clear lack of communication and respect when it comes to tenant quality of life. Management comes across as entitled and dismissive, and getting real concerns addressed feels like an uphill battle. Problems aren’t handled with urgency, and there’s little accountability when things go wrong. The only positive I can honestly mention is the maintenance team—they’ve been friendly and seem to do what they can with what they’re given. Unfortunately, they don’t make the decisions, and it shows. Between the pest issues, structural concerns, constant disruptions, and poor management, this is not a place I would recommend to anyone. There are far better options out there where your money—and peace of mind—will be respected.