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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 Eden of Whitehall priced from $799. East Broad Plaza has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $880. Here are the most affordable East Columbus apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Eden of WhitehallThe Cassady1BR,1BA$799
East Broad PlazaCedar1BR,1BA$880
Lofts at Norton CrossingBroad1BR,1BA$1,043

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Columbus, OH

As of October 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Columbus area is the $1.28 price per square foot B Model at 307 Maplewood Ave in the in the East Columbus neighborhood starting from $1,475. The second greatest value East Columbus apartment is the Colony Diamond Renovation Model at Townhomes at Fairways starting at $1,450 with a $1.33 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.
307 Maplewood AveB2BR,1BA$1.28
Townhomes at FairwaysColony Diamond Renovation2BR,1.5BA$1.33
Eden of WhitehallMaverick Plus3BR,2BA$1.45
BroadwoodCollingwood2BR,2BA$1.44
East Broad PlazaMagnolia2BR,1BA$1.35
Lofts at Norton CrossingBroad1BR,1BA$1.64

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East Columbus, Columbus, OH

Ranked #82

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Columbus

What type of rentals are currently available in East Columbus?

There are currently 38 Apartments for Rent in East Columbus, OH with pricing that ranges from $799 to $2,399. There are also 8 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Columbus ranging from $950 to $1,985.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Columbus?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Columbus ranges from $950 to $1,985 with an average monthly rent of $1,619.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in East Columbus?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Columbus range from $999 to $1,449, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,700 to $1,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,985 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,179.

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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