
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Arena District Columbus, OH from $700 (124 Rentals)
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Gravity

Microliving @ 260 S 4th Street

The Gaetz

The Day Companies Downtown

Park Royal Apartments

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836 Harrison Ave, Unit 4

View on Grant

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Continental Tower

303 Front St

Trace Quarter

Xander on State

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Westrich

High and Cherry
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Battery B

Horizon West

Green House Columbus

The Atlas

Station 324

One at the Peninsula

223 E Town
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838-846 W Rich St

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Tivoli Apartments

Highpoint on Columbus Commons

River & Rich

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Park Monroe

Flats II

Flats on Vine

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Village West
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The Nicholas

Iron Works at Jeffrey Park

985 High

The Benjamin

The Sage at Jeffrey Park

26 E 2nd Ave

1051 Hunter Ave

Southern Station

The Patent at Jeffrey Park
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Arena District, Columbus, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Arena District?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arena District Studio Apartments | $1,242 | $775 | $2,226 |
| Arena District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,713 | $825 | $4,817 |
| Arena District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,496 | $1,095 | $7,995 |
| Arena District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,695 | $1,740 | $7,695 |
| Arena District 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,331 | $1,900 | $2,950 |
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There are currently 124 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Arena District Neighborhood of Columbus, OH.
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Cheapest Available Arena District Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Arena District area of Columbus, OH is a Studio unit found at Charwalde priced from $795. 161 W Hubbard Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $895. Here are the most affordable Arena District apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charwalde | Studio | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| 161 W Hubbard Ave | Model A | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| The Gaetz | Micro | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Park Royal Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Microliving @ 260 S 4th Street | The Del | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Starr High Studios | Studio - 05 | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Harlow on Main | The Lennon | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
| 303 Front St | The Glenn | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| Continental Tower | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,025 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arena District, OH
As of July 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Arena District area is the $1.26 price per square foot The Morning Model at Sonnenblick in the in the Downtown Columbus neighborhood starting from $1,440. The second greatest value Arena District apartment is the 726 N High St Model at 726 N High St starting at $1,100 with a $1.10 price per square foot in the Discovery District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Arena District apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sonnenblick | The Morning | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.26 |
| 726 N High St | 726 N High St | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Sixty Spring | Spring Street Loft (Renovated) | 2BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| 135 W Hubbard Ave, Unit 135 W. Hubbard | 135 W Hubbard Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| 139 W 1st Ave | 139 W 1st Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| 838-846 W Rich St | 2 Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Alexandria Colony | Living Room Front Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.58 |
| 836 Harrison Ave, Unit 4 | 836 Harrison Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Charwalde | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.33 |
| Park Royal Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Arena District Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Arena District?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Arena District is at Charwalde listed at $795.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Arena District Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Arena District Apartment is $895 at Charwalde.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Arena District Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Arena District is starting from $1,150 at 838-846 W Rich St.
What is the most affordable Arena District Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Arena District Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Alexandria Colony and starts from $1,700.
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