
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Columbus Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $500 (53 Rentals)
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Villages at Eden Crossing

East Broad Plaza

Gateway Apartments

Cushing Arms

Bel Air Court

York Terrace East

Stonecrest

Eden at Jefferson Crossing

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Autumn Chase
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Eden of Whitehall

Eden at Bexley Crossing

Townhomes at Bexley

HIBERNIA

ESTATES ON MAIN

The Residences at Edgewater Place

Wellington Woods

Hamilton Arms Apartments

Cassady North Apartments

Castleton Gardens
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Townhomes at Bexley Creek

Woodfield Park

Townhomes at Andrus

Bexley House

Colonial Park

TOWNHOMES AT MCNAUGHTEN

Townhomes at Fairways

Courtyard Townhomes

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1064 Euclaire Ave, Unit D
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Yearling Plaza

Eastway Village

Colonial East Apartments

Napoleon Plaza Apartments

Maplewood Plaza

Yearling Green

393 Barnett Rd

429 Barnett Rd

Lofts at Norton Crossing

307 Maplewood Ave
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455 S Napoleon Ave

18 Pinewood Dr

The Enclave on Main

Hunter's Ridge Apartments

685 Valerie Ln

381-385 S Yearling Rd

550 S Hamilton Rd

Arbors of Gahanna

Residences at Central Park

Crescent Woods
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East Columbus, Columbus, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Columbus?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Columbus Studio Apartments | $834 | $725 | $1,080 |
| East Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,111 | $749 | $2,872 |
| East Columbus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,364 | $845 | $3,255 |
| East Columbus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,717 | $999 | $3,380 |
| East Columbus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,515 | $1,299 | $1,649 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 53 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the East Columbus Neighborhood of Columbus, OH.
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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 $725. Villages at Eden Crossing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $749. Here are the most affordable East Columbus apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodlands (OH) | Studio One Bath Standard | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| Villages at Eden Crossing | Nook | 1BR,1BA | $749 |
| East Broad Plaza | Aspen | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Gateway Apartments | Gateway 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $765 |
| Cushing Arms | 1BR 650sf | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Bel Air Court | Standard One Bedroom (SN2) | 1BR,1BA | $838 |
| Stonecrest | The Crest | 1BR,1BA | $839 |
| Eden at Jefferson Crossing | The Brook | 1BR,1BA | $849 |
| Autumn Chase | Studio | Studio,1BA | $875 |
| Eden of Whitehall | General | 2BR,1BA | $899 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Columbus, OH
As of May 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Columbus area is the $1.29 price per square foot Chestnut Model at Parkhill Luxury Apartments in the in the East Columbus neighborhood starting from $2,085. The second greatest value East Columbus apartment is the The Colorado Diamond Model at TOWNHOMES AT MCNAUGHTEN starting at $1,500 with a $1.30 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkhill Luxury Apartments | Chestnut | 3BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| TOWNHOMES AT MCNAUGHTEN | The Colorado Diamond | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.30 |
| 1064 Euclaire Ave, Unit D | 1064 Euclaire Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Colonial Park | 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath, 976 Sq Ft, Finished Basement | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.26 |
| The Enclave on Main | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Townhomes at Andrus | Silver | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.32 |
| The Residences at Edgewater Place | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Breezeway | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| HIBERNIA | The Edenberry | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Stonecrest | The Crest | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Eden at Jefferson Crossing | The Brook | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
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4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in East Columbus, Columbus, OH
Beechwood Elementary School
Whitehall Yearling High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Columbus Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Columbus?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Columbus is at Woodlands (OH) listed at $725.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Columbus Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Columbus Apartment is $749 at Villages at Eden Crossing.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Columbus Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Columbus is starting from $899 at Eden of Whitehall.
What is the most affordable East Columbus Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap East Columbus Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Eden of Whitehall and starts from $999.
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