
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Busch Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $500 (88 Rentals)
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Broad Meadows Manor

Essington Village

Trinity Square Apartments

The Continent Village

East Townhomes and Apartments

Sherbrook

ReVi Columbus North

The Brookeville

Worthington Court II
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Newcastle Townhomes

264 Broad Meadows Blvd, Unit C

Central Square Apartments

Hickory Creek

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Lumarc Apartments

Northgate on Sharon

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Coves at Columbus on Arborwood Drive

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Stafford House

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Sharon Glen

5757 Maple Canyon Ave

1009 E Dublin Granville Rd

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Worthington Court Townhomes

Allston Pointe

Hayden Reserve

The Thomas

5626 Ironwood Ct

Worthington Meadows

Traditions at Worthington Woods

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Barrington Square Apartments

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Busch, Columbus, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Busch?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Busch Studio Apartments | $1,007 | $729 | $2,279 |
| Busch 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,176 | $650 | $1,744 |
| Busch 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,428 | $695 | $2,430 |
| Busch 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,608 | $975 | $2,449 |
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There are currently 88 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Busch Neighborhood of Columbus, OH.
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Cheapest Available Busch Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Busch area of Columbus, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Broad Meadows Manor priced from $695. Essington Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $729. Here are the most affordable Busch apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broad Meadows Manor | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Essington Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $729 |
| The Continent Village | The Palermo | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| 500 - BROAD MEADOWS PLAZA | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $809 |
| Sherbrook | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $809 |
| ReVi Columbus North | The Nest | Studio,1BA | $815 |
| ReVi Worthington Crossing | 1Bed - 424sf | 1BR,1BA | $864 |
| Lakeside Villas | 1 Bedroom Garden | 1BR,1BA | $885 |
| Newcastle Townhomes | Garden | 2BR,1BA | $889 |
| Central Square Apartments | Elm | 1BR,1BA | $943 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Busch, OH
As of April 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Busch area is the $0.94 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Townhome - Renovated Model at Northgate on Sharon in the in the Northland neighborhood starting from $1,475. The second greatest value Busch apartment is the TWO BEDROOM Model at Fieldstone Trace starting at $1,675 with a $1.29 price per square foot in the Lakes of Worthington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Busch apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northgate on Sharon | 2 Bedroom Townhome - Renovated | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.94 |
| Fieldstone Trace | TWO BEDROOM | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.29 |
| North Eden Townhomes | 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.17 |
| Sharon Green Townhomes | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| Maple Valley Apartments | Water/Sewer/Trash Included | 2BR,1BA | $0.84 |
| Worthington Commons-Worthington City School District | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Townhome Finished Basemen... | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| The Brookeville | Two Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.13 |
| East Townhomes and Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath TH | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Newcastle Townhomes | Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| The Continent Village | The Palermo Plus | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
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Among cities in Ohio for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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Best Local Schools in Busch, Columbus, OH
Wilson Hill Elementary School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Busch Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Busch?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Busch is at Essington Village listed at $729.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Busch Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Busch Apartment is $695 at Broad Meadows Manor.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Busch Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Busch is starting from $889 at Newcastle Townhomes.
What is the most affordable Busch Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Busch Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Essington Village and starts from $1,109.
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