Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Columbus Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $500 (20 Rentals)

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Yearling Plaza
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Yearling Plaza

151 S Yearling RdColumbus, OH 43213
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Eastway Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Eastway Village

4237 E Broad StColumbus, OH 43213
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Colonial East Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Colonial East Apartments

4229 E Broad StColumbus, OH 43213
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Yearling Green
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Yearling Green

560 S Yearling RdColumbus, OH 43213
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Hamilton Crossing
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hamilton Crossing

540 S Hamilton RdWhitehall, OH 43213
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East Columbus, Columbus, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Columbus Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Columbus area of Columbus, OH is a Studio unit found at Woodlands (OH) priced from $680. Cushing Arms has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $795. Here are the most affordable East Columbus apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Woodlands (OH)Studio OStudio,1BA$680
Cushing Arms1BR 650sf1BR,1BA$795
Gateway ApartmentsGateway 1 bedroom1BR,1BA$797
Bel Air CourtStandard One Bedroom (SN4M)1BR,1BA$798
Villages at Eden CrossingNook1BR,1BA$799

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Columbus, OH

As of January 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Columbus area is the $1.23 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Bexley House in the in the East Columbus neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value East Columbus apartment is the Aspen Model at Parkhill Luxury Apartments starting at $1,785 with a $1.27 price per square foot in the East Columbus neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Columbus apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Bexley House3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.23
Parkhill Luxury ApartmentsAspen2BR,2BA$1.27
Villages at Eden CrossingWillowbrook3BR,2.5BA$1.27
TOWNHOMES AT MCNAUGHTENThe Colorado-Diamond- Reduce rent Special-$100 OFF2BR,1.5BA$1.22
HIBERNIAThe Erin2BR,1.5BA$1.20
Colonial Park2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath, 976 Sq Ft, Unfinished Base...2BR,1.5BA$1.13
The Residences at Edgewater Place2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Breezeway2BR,2BA$1.23
Hunter's Ridge Apartments1 BR Garden1BR,1BA$1.29
StonecrestThe Crest1BR,1BA$1.26
Eden at Jefferson CrossingThe Brook1BR,1BA$1.31

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East Columbus, Columbus, OH

Ranked #113

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

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3.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Columbus Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in East Columbus?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Columbus is under $849.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Columbus?

The cheapest apartment in East Columbus is Cushing Arms which is listed at $795, while the average apartment in East Columbus costs $1,899.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Columbus?

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 28 regular apartments in East Columbus 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 East Columbus?

Cheap apartments in East Columbus have an average cost of $336 which is $1,563 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Columbus.

Expert Rental Resources

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Columbus, OH

Written by: Kim Mooneyham

Although Columbus, Ohio, has a reputation for being a rowdy college town, it's large enough to offer numerous neighborhoods far away from frat houses and street parties after football games.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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