
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forest Park West Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $700 (51 Rentals)
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Forest Park West, Columbus, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Forest Park West?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Park West Studio Apartments | $956 | $729 | $1,070 |
| Forest Park West 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,073 | $715 | $2,183 |
| Forest Park West 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,292 | $815 | $2,330 |
| Forest Park West 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,492 | $995 | $2,019 |
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Cheapest Available Forest Park West Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Forest Park West 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 West 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 |
| 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 |
| ReVi Columbus North | The Nest | Studio,1BA | $815 |
| Kings Highlands | 1BR - Kings Highlands | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
| Flats on Tamarack | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $849 |
| Lakeside Villas | 1 Bedroom Garden | 1BR,1BA | $885 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Park West, OH
As of April 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forest Park West 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 West apartment is the Water/Sewer/Trash Included Model at Maple Valley Apartments starting at $1,025 with a $0.84 price per square foot in the Northland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Forest Park West 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 |
| 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 |
| Pinecrest Village Apartments - Promotion Extended Through May 31st, 2026 | 2BR Townhome - Pinecrest Village | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Center Court Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Flats on Tamarack | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| 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 West Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Forest Park West?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Forest Park West is at Essington Village listed at $729.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Forest Park West Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Forest Park West Apartment is $715 at Abbey Lane.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Forest Park West Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Forest Park West is starting from $815 at Abbey Lane.
What is the most affordable Forest Park West Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Forest Park West Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Essington Village and starts from $1,109.
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