
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forest Park East Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $600 (31 Rentals)
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Forest Park East, Columbus, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Forest Park East?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Park East Studio Apartments | $890 | $729 | $2,405 |
| Forest Park East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,058 | $650 | $3,184 |
| Forest Park East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,317 | $695 | $3,693 |
| Forest Park East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,644 | $975 | $4,267 |
| Forest Park East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,146 | $1,999 | $2,399 |
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There are currently 31 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Forest Park East Neighborhood of Columbus, OH.
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Cheapest Available Forest Park East Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Forest Park East area of Columbus, OH is a Studio unit found at Essington Village priced from $729. Village Court Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable Forest Park East apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essington Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $729 |
| Village Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom at Village Court Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Lumarc Apartments | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| Eden of Easton Apartments | The Greenway | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Flats on Tamarack | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Center Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Victoria Village | 1 Bedroom Apartment in Prime Location in Columbus | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| The Trails at Arbor Court | Willow Oak | 1BR,1BA | $830 |
| Clear Point Gardens | 1 BR - Small - Original | 1BR,1BA | $830 |
| Parkville | One Bedroom One Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $849 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Park East, OH
As of March 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forest Park East area is the $0.94 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Townhome - Renovated Model at Northgate on Sharon in the in the Northland neighborhood starting from $1,475. The second greatest value Forest Park East apartment is the 2BR/1.5BA Model at Summit Park Apartments starting at $1,475 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the Northland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Forest Park East apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northgate on Sharon | 2 Bedroom Townhome - Renovated | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.94 |
| Summit Park Apartments | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.18 |
| Maple Valley Apartments | Water/Sewer/Trash Included | 2BR,1BA | $0.84 |
| Tamarack Arms Apartments | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Ambleside Commons | Townhome with Finished Basement | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| East Townhomes and Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath TH | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| Eden Brooke Townhomes | 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Bluff Gardens Apartments | Live Bigger in a Townhome-Style Apartment You’l... | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Mallards Landing | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Flats on Tamarack | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Forest Park East Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Forest Park East?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Forest Park East is under $849.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Forest Park East?
The cheapest apartment in Forest Park East is Eden of Easton Apartments which is listed at $799, while the average apartment in Forest Park East costs $2,499.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Forest Park East?
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 43 regular apartments in Forest Park East 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 Forest Park East?
Cheap apartments in Forest Park East have an average cost of $122 which is $2,377 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Forest Park East.
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