Cheap Apartments for Rent in Columbus, OH from $300 (1,423 Rentals)

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Star King Apartments
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$715 - $935
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$659 - $879
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$715 - $935
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Star King Apartments

1530 King AveColumbus, OH 43212
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$745 - $1,015
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3252 Thornway DrColumbus, OH 43231
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Center Court Apartments
$799 - $1,095
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$654 - $950
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$145
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$799 - $1,095
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Center Court Apartments

4881 Kingshill DrColumbus, OH 43229
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Columbus, OH Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Columbus, OH

Pricing Updated: 03/27/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Columbus, OH area range in price from $300 to $16,368 with an overall median price of $3,051. The three Columbus neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are West Columbus at $799, Central Hilltop at $765, and Driving Park at $875. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Columbus Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
West Columbus$1,124$7992
Central Hilltop$1,172$7657
Driving Park$1,200$87570
Briggsdale$1,222$73915
Walnut Ridge$1,248$79522
Merion Village$1,270$77513
Woodland Holt$1,290$700112
Eastmoor$1,302$79529
Linden$1,340$81516
Governours Square$1,353$89574

Cheapest Available Columbus Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Columbus, OH is a 2 Beds unit found at Nazareth Towers-62 & Older in the Discovery District neighborhood priced from $300. Belmont Apartments in the Discovery District neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $450. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Columbus apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Nazareth Towers-62 & OlderStudio2BR,1BA$300
Belmont ApartmentsStudent RoomStudio,1BA$450
Hometeam PropertiesStudio - Multiple AvailableStudio,1BA$650
Alpine Village1 X 21BR,1BA$675
AmesburyStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$676
Broad Meadows Manor1 bedroom1BR,1BA$695
The Flats on KimberlyStudio - PremiumStudio,1BA$700
Star King ApartmentsStudio A (Mid)Studio,1BA$715
Essington VillageStudioStudio,1BA$729
Maple Ridge Apartments1 Bed Garden1BR,1BA$729

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbus, OH

As of March 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Columbus area is the $0.46 price per square foot 2 bed Model at Crosscreek Apartments and Townhomes in the in the Eastland neighborhood starting from $775. The second greatest value Columbus apartment is the Majestic* Model at Townhomes at Weston starting at $1,499 with a $0.93 price per square foot in the Greater Hilltop neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Columbus apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Crosscreek Apartments and Townhomes2 bed2BR,1.5BA$0.46
Townhomes at WestonMajestic*3BR,1.5BA$0.93
OakTree VillageOak Tree - 3 Bed 1 Bath Garden3BR,1BA$0.77
Maple Valley ApartmentsWater/Sewer/Trash Included2BR,1BA$0.84
Chittenden Ave 34 UL2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$0.79
Fairwood Commons2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.90
2765 Cleveland Ave, Unit D2765 Cleveland Ave2BR,1BA$0.90
Altitude ColumbusD1 - 4x24BR,2BA$0.57
George's Creek Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$0.86
Nazareth Towers-62 & OlderStudioStudio ,1BA$0.67

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Columbus Overview

Columbus, the Ohio state capital, falls within the top 20 largest cities in the entire United States in terms of population. This dynamic town is full of Midwestern down-to-earth, friendly people, who often make locals feel welcomed and treated like family. Life in Columbus apartments also offer residents an engaged community full of fun alongside interesting places to eat, shop, and to enjoy the arts or a night on the town. In addition, Columbus is home to THE Ohio State University, which draws students from all over the country to this Midwest hub of energy.

Why live in Columbus, OH?

There's a lot to love about Columbus. It's got a thriving economy and great neighborhoods like the German Village, Merion Village, and the Arena District. From the artsy, hip culture of the Short North district, to the sports and entertainment vibe in the Arena District, there is a little something for everyone here. For college sports fans, Ohio State University serves up great football and basketball. Add in a low cost of living, and those looking for apartments in Columbus have found a true gem of a city.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Columbus Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Columbus?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Columbus is under $729.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Columbus?

The cheapest apartment in Columbus is Nazareth Towers-62 & Older which is listed at $300, while the average apartment in Columbus costs $3,051.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Columbus?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 10,404 regular apartments in Columbus that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Columbus?

Cheap apartments in Columbus have an average cost of $441 which is $2,610 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Columbus.

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