Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Arena District Columbus, OH from $700 (119 Rentals)

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Arena District, Columbus, OH Local Guide

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 $775. Microliving @ 260 S 4th Street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Arena District apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
CharwaldeStudioStudio,1BA$775
Microliving @ 260 S 4th StreetThe DelStudio,1BA$950
Horizon WestThe Tower S1Studio,1BA$989
Harlow on MainThe Stella1BR,1BA$999
150 N. Third Street ApartmentsStudio 1 & Studio 2Studio,1BA$999
Trace QuarterTrace - 0AStudio,1BA$1,024
High and CherryThe BattelleStudio,1BA$1,025
Arena CrossingBayStudio,1BA$1,049
The MercantileLamp (L)Studio,1BA$1,050

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arena District, OH

As of October 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Arena District area is the $1.53 price per square foot 2B Model at The Lofts at 44 in the in the Discovery District neighborhood starting from $2,700. The second greatest value Arena District apartment is the 65 S 5th St Model at 65 S 5th St, Unit 65 S 5th Columbus Oh 3B starting at $1,595 with a $1.16 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Lofts at 442B2BR,2BA$1.53
65 S 5th St, Unit 65 S 5th Columbus Oh 3B65 S 5th St2BR,2BA$1.16
New Yorker2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$1.04
Sonnenblick2-Bedroom Townhouse2BR,1.5BA$1.31
726 N High St, Unit 726.5Unit2B726 N High St1BR,1BA$1.10
505 W 2nd Ave, Unit 0505 W 2nd Ave2BR,1BA$1.38
804 Summit St, Unit 804 Summit St804 Summit St1BR,1BA$1.30
838-846 W Rich St2 Bedroom Townhouse2BR,1BA$1.47
30 Martin Ave, Unit B30 Martin Ave2BR,1BA$1.37
CharwaldeStudioStudio ,1BA$1.29

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Arena District, Columbus, OH

Ranked #18

Among cities in Ohio for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Ohio including Arena District, Columbus, and the greater Columbus area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Arena District Neighborhood in Columbus, OH

Walk Score®

73 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

84 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

57 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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 $775.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Arena District Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Arena District Apartment is $795 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 $1,250 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 Two Twenty Vine and starts from $2,883.

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