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35 W Duncan StColumbus, OH 43202
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66 W Hudson StColumbus, OH 43202
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364 W Lane AveColumbus, OH 43201
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1361 Presidential DrColumbus, OH 43212
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4030 N High StColumbus, OH 43214
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695 Riverview DrColumbus, OH 43202
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810 Riverview DrColumbus, OH 43202
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Olentangy Village
2907 N High StColumbus, OH 43202
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2981 Olentangy River RdColumbus, OH 43202
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Royal Neil Apartments
2650 Neil AveColumbus, OH 43202
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70 E Hudson St, Unit 70
70 E Hudson StColumbus, OH 43202
1813 Kenny Rd
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The Anna Apartments
680-692 Riverview DrColumbus, OH 43202
40 E 11th Ave
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Colony Club Apartments
1190 Chambers RdColumbus, OH 43212
544 Riverview Dr
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557 Riverview DrColumbus, OH 43202
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567-581 Riverview DrColumbus, OH 43202
69 E Lane Ave
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107 E 16th Ave
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1836 North Star Rd, Unit P
1836 North Star RdColumbus, OH 43212
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2663-2671 Medary AveColumbus, OH 43202
80 E 14th Ave
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The Canterbury
3440 Olentangy River RdColumbus, OH 43202
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Somerset Square
1751 Kenny RdColumbus, OH 43212
163 1/2 E Arcadia Ave
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68 E Hudson St, Unit 68
68 E Hudson StColumbus, OH 43202
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4443 Mobile Dr
4443 Mobile DrColumbus, OH 43220
567-581-581 Riverview Dr
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4493 Mobile Dr
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Westmont at the Lane
1690 W Lane AveColumbus, OH 43221
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2875 Olentangy River RdColumbus, OH 43202
188 E Kinnear Alley
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2052 Ridgeview Rd, Unit B
2052 Ridgeview RdColumbus, OH 43221
1651 N Pearl St
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39-41 E Norwich Ave
39-41 E Norwich AveColumbus, OH 43201
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2009 Elmwood Ave, Unit C
2009 Elmwood AveColumbus, OH 43212
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Cranbrook, Columbus, OH Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cranbrook?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cranbrook Studio Apartments | $1,066 | $813 | $1,750 |
| Cranbrook 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,203 | $775 | $2,719 |
| Cranbrook 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,624 | $950 | $3,700 |
| Cranbrook 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,998 | $915 | $3,750 |
| Cranbrook 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,659 | $745 | $10,000+ |
| Cranbrook 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,231 | $3,400 | $6,000 |
| Cranbrook 6 Bedroom Apartments | $4,922 | $4,000 | $6,600 |
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Cheapest Available Cranbrook Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Cranbrook area of Columbus, OH is a Studio unit found at Riverwatch Towers priced from $800. Heritage Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $813. Here are the most affordable Cranbrook apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverwatch Towers | Huron 2 - Furnished | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Heritage Apartments | Presidential Studio | Studio,1BA | $813 |
| 2378 Neil Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Riverview Place Apartments | SPECIAL RENT! - NEWLY RENOVATED APARTMENTS AT G... | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
| Royal Neil Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $890 |
| The Anna Apartments | 1 Bedroom Floorplan | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| The Griff | D1 - 4X4 Upgraded | 4BR,4BA | $900 |
| Reserves at Arlington | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $954 |
| Riverview Apartments | 557-A1 | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cranbrook, OH
As of September 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cranbrook area is the $1.28 price per square foot The Falcon Model at Olentangy Village in the in the North Columbus neighborhood starting from $1,859. The second greatest value Cranbrook apartment is the 2 Beds, 2.5 baths Model at Kingsdale Lofts starting at $1,850 with a $1.28 price per square foot in the West Olentangy neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cranbrook apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Olentangy Village | The Falcon | 3BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Kingsdale Lofts | 2 Beds, 2.5 baths | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.28 |
| 2009 Elmwood Ave, Unit C | 2009 Elmwood Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Chittenden Ave 34 UL | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| 68 E Hudson St, Unit 68 | 68 E Hudson St | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| 37 East 18th | 37 East 18th | 3BR,2BA | $0.52 |
| Altitude Columbus | C1 - 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.94 |
| 2663-2671 Medary Ave | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| 70 E Hudson St, Unit 70 | 70 E Hudson St | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Reserves at Arlington | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cranbrook Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Cranbrook?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Cranbrook is under $975.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Cranbrook?
The cheapest apartment in Cranbrook is 2378 Neil Ave which is listed at $850, while the average apartment in Cranbrook costs $1,330.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Cranbrook?
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 30 regular apartments in Cranbrook 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 Cranbrook?
Cheap apartments in Cranbrook have an average cost of $256 which is $1,074 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Cranbrook.
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