
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Olde Town East Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $600 (23 Rentals)
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72 S Ohio Ave

1002 Bryden Rd

47 Parsons Ave

1157 Bryden Rd

Flats on East Gay

Yardley Apartments
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The Frisbie

Triumph Apartments

The Ethan

369 S 17th St

Broadmoor

1150 Bryden

Broadway Apartments
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331 Kendall Pl

The Gemma

1075 Oak St

245 Miller Ave

620 - GOVERNORS TERRACE, LLC

1444 Madison Ave

413 S Ohio Ave
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1116-1122 Cole St

794 E Mound St
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 | $1,385 | $1,025 | $2,000 |
| Olde Town East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,298 | $750 | $1,850 |
| Olde Town East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,558 | $1,025 | $1,895 |
| Olde Town East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,975 | $1,525 | $2,550 |
| Olde Town East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,150 | $3,150 | $3,150 |
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There are currently 23 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 |
| 331 Kendall Pl | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| 1075 Oak St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Olde Town East, OH
As of June 24, 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 |
| 874 Oak St, Unit A | 874 Oak St | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| 1116-1122 Cole St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| The Frisbie | H | 2BR,2BA | $1.85 |
| The Ethan | Ella West | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| Yardley Apartments | Franklin | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 1157 Bryden Rd | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| 331 Kendall Pl | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Broadway Apartments | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio ,1BA | $1.78 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOlde Town East, Columbus, OH
Ranked #196
Among cities in Ohio for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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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