
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Gateway Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $600 (30 Rentals)
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Gateway Apartments

233 N James Rd

2846 Joyce Ave, Unit APT C

1500 E 25th Ave

2654-2656-2656 Avalon Pl

Broadleigh Lofts
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Eden at Bexley Crossing

2761 Wedge St

2765 Cleveland Ave, Unit D

2765 Cleveland Ave

2919 Bridgewalk St

1555 Myrtle Ave

89 North Hampton Road
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Sterling Court

Bexley Plaza Apartments

1911-1913 Denune Ave

107 N Hampton Rd

107 N Hampton Rd

486 Hanley St

2654 Avalon Pl
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Corban Commons- Senior Housing

Northern Court

2916-2920 Cleveland Ave

2918 Cleveland Ave

2844 Baughman Ave

2317 Parkwood Ave

59 N Waverly St
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57 N Waverly St

Penny Lane Mews
Gateway, Columbus, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Gateway?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gateway Studio Apartments | $1,020 | $1,020 | $1,020 |
| Gateway 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,213 | $800 | $1,900 |
| Gateway 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,442 | $815 | $2,495 |
| Gateway 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,887 | $1,043 | $7,250 |
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Cheapest Available Gateway Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Gateway area of Columbus, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Gateway Apartments priced from $765. Bexley Plaza Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $810. Here are the most affordable Gateway apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gateway Apartments | Gateway 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $765 |
| Bexley Plaza Apartments | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $810 |
| 107 N Hampton Rd | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| 89 North Hampton Road | 89 North Hampton Road - D | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| 2916-2920 Cleveland Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Broadleigh Lofts | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $935 |
| Eden at Bexley Crossing | The Cassady | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Penny Lane Mews | Townhome | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Legacy Pointe at Poindexter Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,033 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gateway, OH
As of June 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Gateway area is the $1.03 price per square foot 3 Bed, 2 Bath Model at Providence Glen in the in the Cassady neighborhood starting from $1,179. The second greatest value Gateway apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Broadleigh Lofts starting at $1,498 with a $1.31 price per square foot in the East Columbus neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Gateway apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Providence Glen | 3 Bed, 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.03 |
| Broadleigh Lofts | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| 2765 Cleveland Ave, Unit Unit D | 2765 Cleveland Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| Somerset Place Apartments | Deluxe | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Penny Lane Mews | Townhouse - Upgrade | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.29 |
| Townhomes at Bexley Creek | Bexley Creek - 2 Bed 1 Bath Townhouse - Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| 107 N Hampton Rd | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| 1573-1579 Cordell Ave | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| The Reserve at Maryland Avenue | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Gateway Apartments | Gateway 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleGateway, Columbus, OH
Ranked #167
Among cities in Ohio for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Gateway Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Gateway?
The cheapest apartment in Gateway is Gateway Apartments which is listed at $765, while the average apartment in Gateway costs $7,328.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Gateway?
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 2 regular apartments in Gateway 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 Gateway?
Cheap apartments in Gateway have an average cost of $124 which is $7,204 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Gateway.
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