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Sterling Court
3145-3235 Sterling LnColumbus, OH 43219
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Columbus Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $500 (25 Rentals)
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Woodlands (OH)
5354 Deerbrook LnColumbus, OH 43213
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Cushing Arms
3451 E Livingston AveColumbus, OH 43227
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Gateway Apartments
3345 E 7th AveColumbus, OH 43219
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Bel Air Court
5400 Beverly Hills DrColumbus, OH 43213
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Villages at Eden Crossing
1070 E Irongate LnColumbus, OH 43213
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Eden at Bexley Crossing
2977 Barclay SqColumbus, OH 43209
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Eden of Whitehall
4470 E Broad StColumbus, OH 43213
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York Terrace East
5410 Yorkshire Terrace DrColumbus, OH 43232
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Stonecrest
4669 E Main StColumbus, OH 43213
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East Broad Plaza
4264 E Broad StColumbus, OH 43213
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291 S Napoleon Ave, Unit C
291 S Napoleon AveColumbus, OH 43213
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Eden at Jefferson Crossing
321 Directory DrColumbus, OH 43213
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Autumn Chase
5596 Autumn Chase DrColumbus, OH 43232
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Townhomes at Bexley Creek
3058-A Allegheny AveColumbus, OH 43209
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Townhomes at Bexley
51 Mayfair BlvdColumbus, OH 43213
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Bexley Plaza
3018 Maryland AveColumbus, OH 43209
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Yearling Plaza
151 S Yearling RdColumbus, OH 43213
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Eastway Village
4237 E Broad StColumbus, OH 43213
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Colonial East Apartments
4229 E Broad StColumbus, OH 43213
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630 - NAPOLEON PLAZA, LLC
3593-3615 Napoleon CtColumbus, OH 43213
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550 - MAPLEWOOD PLAZA
62-78 Maplewood AveColumbus, OH 43213
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Yearling Green
560 S Yearling RdColumbus, OH 43213
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Hunter's Ridge Apartments
384 Morrison RdGahanna, OH 43230
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Hamilton Crossing
540 S Hamilton RdWhitehall, OH 43213
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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 | $919 | $790 | $1,385 |
| East Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,232 | $795 | $2,829 |
| East Columbus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,476 | $700 | $3,275 |
| East Columbus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,753 | $999 | $3,545 |
| East Columbus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,350 | $1,129 | $1,599 |
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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 1 Bed unit found at Yearling Plaza priced from $525. Woodlands (OH) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $790. Here are the most affordable East Columbus apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yearling Plaza | 1 Bedroom Garden | 1BR,1BA | $525 |
| Woodlands (OH) | Studio One Bath Open | Studio,1BA | $790 |
| Cushing Arms | 1BR 650sf | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Gateway Apartments | Gateway 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $797 |
| Eden at Bexley Crossing | The Cassady | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Columbus, OH
As of March 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Columbus area is the $1.02 price per square foot EM2b1.5-Diamond Model at ESTATES ON MAIN in the in the East Columbus neighborhood starting from $1,455. The second greatest value East Columbus apartment is the 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath Townhome Model at York Terrace East starting at $915 with a $0.86 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. |
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| ESTATES ON MAIN | EM2b1.5-Diamond | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.02 |
| York Terrace East | 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.86 |
| Bel Air Court | Two Bedroom One Bathroom (CN1) | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| The Residences at Edgewater Place | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Breezeway | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| HIBERNIA | The Edenberry | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Hamilton Arms Apartments | Two Bedroom, 1 Ba Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| 291 S Napoleon Ave, Unit unit C | 291 S Napoleon Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Hunter's Ridge Apartments | 1 BR Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Stonecrest | The Crest | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Yearling Plaza | 1 Bedroom Garden | 1BR,1BA | $0.92 |
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Best Local Schools in East Columbus, Columbus, OH
Beechwood Elementary School
Whitehall City School District
Public School - Grades 2-5 (512)
3 out of 10
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Whitehall City School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (976)
5 out of 10
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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 Yearling Plaza which is listed at $525, while the average apartment in East Columbus costs $1,874.
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 19 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 $172 which is $1,702 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Columbus.
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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.