
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forest Park East Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $600 (59 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 | $986 | $729 | $1,295 |
| Forest Park East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,091 | $650 | $3,227 |
| Forest Park East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,338 | $695 | $3,577 |
| Forest Park East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,691 | $975 | $3,856 |
| Forest Park East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,271 | $2,094 | $2,499 |
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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 1 Bed unit found at Abbey Lane priced from $715. Essington Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $729. Here are the most affordable Forest Park East apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbey Lane | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $715 |
| Essington Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $729 |
| The Continent Village | The Palermo | 1BR,1BA | $749 |
| Parkville | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Village Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom at Village Court Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Eden of Easton Apartments | The Greenway | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Center Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Victoria Village | 1 Bedroom Apartment in Prime Location in Columbus | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Kings Highlands | 1BR - Kings Highlands | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
| Flats on Tamarack | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $849 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Park East, OH
As of April 27, 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 |
| Victoria Village | 3 Bedroom Apartment in Prime Location in Columbus | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.24 |
| East Townhomes and Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath TH | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Eden Brooke Townhomes | 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Bluff Gardens Apartments | Live Bigger in a Townhome-Style Apartment You’l... | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Center Court Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| The Continent Village | The Palermo Plus | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Abbey Lane | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Forest Park East Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Forest Park East?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Forest Park East is at Essington Village listed at $729.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Forest Park East Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Forest Park East Apartment is $715 at Abbey Lane.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Forest Park East Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Forest Park East is starting from $815 at Abbey Lane.
What is the most affordable Forest Park East Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Forest Park East Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Essington Village and starts from $1,109.
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