
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Olde Town East Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $600 (25 Rentals)
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1157 Bryden Rd

Flats on East Gay

Yardley Apartments

903-903 Oak St

The Frisbie
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881 Oak St, Unit 879

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1150 Bryden
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Broadway Apartments

The Gemma

331 Kendall Pl

1075 Oak St

245 Miller Ave

620 - GOVERNORS TERRACE, LLC
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1444 Madison Ave

The Jacqueline

1116-1122 Cole St

950 McAllister Ave

794 E Mound St

The Neil House Apartments
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235 Miller Ave
Olde Town East, Columbus, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Olde Town East?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olde Town East Studio Apartments | $1,373 | $1,025 | $2,000 |
| Olde Town East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,306 | $839 | $1,850 |
| Olde Town East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,639 | $1,025 | $1,980 |
| Olde Town East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,093 | $1,525 | $2,650 |
| Olde Town East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,166 | $1,649 | $3,150 |
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There are currently 25 rentals with your search options within a 10 mile radius of the Olde Town East Neighborhood of Columbus, OH.
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Cheapest Available Olde Town East Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Olde Town East area of Columbus, OH is a Studio unit found at Broadway Apartments priced from $800. 610-ROYAL YORK APARTMENTS, LLC has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $839. Here are the most affordable Olde Town East apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broadway Apartments | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| 610-ROYAL YORK APARTMENTS, LLC | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $839 |
| 1157 Bryden Rd | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Flats on East Gay | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,025 |
| 1075 Oak St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Olde Town East, OH
As of August 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Olde Town East area is the $1.02 price per square foot 5 Bedroom 5 Bathroom Model at 610-ROYAL YORK APARTMENTS, LLC in the in the Near East Side neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Olde Town East apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at 620 - GOVERNORS TERRACE, LLC starting at $1,400 with a $1.09 price per square foot in the Near East Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Olde Town East apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 610-ROYAL YORK APARTMENTS, LLC | 5 Bedroom 5 Bathroom | 5BR,5BA | $1.02 |
| 620 - GOVERNORS TERRACE, LLC | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| Yardley Apartments | Madison | 2BR,2BA | $1.76 |
| The Ethan | Ella West | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| The Frisbie | U | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Triumph Apartments | The Lead | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| 1157 Bryden Rd | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| 1075 Oak St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Broadway Apartments | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio ,1BA | $1.78 |
| Flats on East Gay | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.36 |
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2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Olde Town East Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Olde Town East Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Olde Town East Apartment is $839 at 610-ROYAL YORK APARTMENTS, LLC.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Olde Town East Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Olde Town East is starting from $1,025 at 1157 Bryden Rd.
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