Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Columbus Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $500 (23 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 1 Bed unit found at Villages at Eden Crossing priced from $749. Royal James Plaza has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $775. Here are the most affordable East Columbus apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Villages at Eden CrossingNook1BR,1BA$749
Royal James PlazaAspen1BR,1BA$775
Eden at Bexley CrossingThe Cassady1BR,1BA$799
Eden of WhitehallThe Cassady1BR,1BA$799
630 - NAPOLEON PLAZA, LLC2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$799

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Columbus, OH

As of November 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Columbus area is the $1.11 price per square foot EM2a1.5-Diamond Model at ESTATES ON MAIN in the in the East Columbus neighborhood starting from $1,425. The second greatest value East Columbus apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at 630 - NAPOLEON PLAZA, LLC starting at $799 with a $0.77 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.
ESTATES ON MAINEM2a1.5-Diamond2BR,1.5BA$1.11
630 - NAPOLEON PLAZA, LLC2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.77
Colonial Park TownhomesB32BR,2.5BA$1.21
886 Byron Ave, Unit 888886 Byron Ave3BR,1BA$1.15
Bel Air CourtTwo Bedroom One Bathroom (CN1)2BR,1BA$1.09
The Residences at Edgewater Place2 Bed 1 Bath Breezeway 3 story bldg.2BR,1BA$1.20
HIBERNIAThe Edenberry1BR,1BA$1.11
Townhomes at Bexley2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.22
898 Byron Ave, Unit A898 Byron Ave1BR,1BA$1.13
Villages at Eden CrossingCottage1BR,1.5BA$1.16

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East Columbus, Columbus, OH

Ranked #75

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

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4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Columbus Apartments

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

The cheapest apartment in East Columbus is Villages at Eden Crossing which is listed at $749, while the average apartment in East Columbus costs $1,949.

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 8 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 $136 which is $1,813 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Columbus.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Columbus, OH

Written by: Kim Mooneyham

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.