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Discovery District, Columbus, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available Discovery District Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Discovery District area of Columbus, OH is a 2 Beds unit found at Nazareth Towers-62 & Older priced from $300. Belmont Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $425. Here are the most affordable Discovery District apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Nazareth Towers-62 & OlderStudio2BR,1BA$300
Belmont ApartmentsStudent RoomStudio,1BA$425
Atcheson Place LoftsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$506
Broadway Apartments0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$750
Washington Place ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$894
Park Royal ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$899
The GaetzMicroStudio,1BA$899
Microliving @ 260 S 4th StreetThe DelStudio,1BA$950
Library Park III66 S Grant | S1Studio,1BA$967

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Discovery District, OH

As of September 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Discovery District area is the $1.16 price per square foot 63 E Gay St Model at 63 E Gay St, Unit 63 and a half in the in the Discovery District neighborhood starting from $1,888. The second greatest value Discovery District apartment is the 352 E 20th Ave Model at 352 E 20th Ave, Unit 352.5 E 20th Avenue starting at $1,175 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the Discovery District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Discovery District apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
63 E Gay St, Unit 63 and a half63 E Gay St2BR,2BA$1.16
352 E 20th Ave, Unit 352.5 E 20th Avenue352 E 20th Ave2BR,1BA$1.18
SenecaThe Broad2BR,2BA$1.64
Atcheson Place LoftsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.53
69 N 20th St, Unit I69 N 20th St2BR,1BA$1.28
787 Bryden Rd787 Bryden Rd1BR,1BA$1.12
Adelphi QuarterThe McNabb1BR,1BA$1.59
Park Royal ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.59
Broadway Apartments0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio ,1BA$1.67
Nazareth Towers-62 & OlderStudioStudio ,1BA$0.67

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Ohio, including Columbus. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, features that make it easier to raise kids, and more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Discovery District Neighborhood in Columbus, OH

Walk Score®

83 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

81 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

60 / 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 Discovery District Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Discovery District?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Discovery District is at Nazareth Towers-62 & Older listed at $300.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Discovery District Apartment is $300 at Nazareth Towers-62 & Older.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Discovery District Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Discovery District is starting from $300 at Nazareth Towers-62 & Older.

What is the most affordable Discovery District Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Discovery District Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Vera on Broad and starts from $2,350.

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