
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Governours Square Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $600 (44 Rentals)
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Clintonville Commons

The Canterbury

695 Riverview

The Commons At Olentangy

Riverview Place Apartments

University Village

Barrington Club Apartments
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Governours Square

Lexington Park

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Edge at Arlington

4443 Mobile Dr
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STERLING PLACE

Olentangy Village

Park Place

Worthington Gardens Apartments

5058 Hibbs Dr

4445 Mobile Dr

Island Club

Fox and Hounds
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Georgetown

4857 Moreland Dr W, Unit Moreland Drive Apts

Falls at Arlington

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5345 Stonemeadow Ave, Unit E

Braxton on Bethel

Mackenzie Village Apartments

The City

The Benchmark Apartments
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Graceland Flats

Madden's Pointe

District at Linworth

1085 Merrimar Cir N, Unit F

Skyline Apartments

Bradshire Drive Apartments

4794 Rossmoor Pl

Westborough Village Apartments
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Sawmill Park

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Governours Square, Columbus, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Governours Square?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Governours Square Studio Apartments | $1,022 | $820 | $1,435 |
| Governours Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,378 | $695 | $7,476 |
| Governours Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,678 | $795 | $6,668 |
| Governours Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,972 | $1,050 | $2,949 |
| Governours Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,450 | $2,450 | $2,450 |
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There are currently 44 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Governours Square Neighborhood of Columbus, OH.
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Cheapest Available Governours Square Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Governours Square area of Columbus, OH is a Studio unit found at The Canterbury priced from $825. Riverview Place Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $865. Here are the most affordable Governours Square apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Canterbury | Aspen | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| Riverview Place Apartments | 1BR - Riverview Place | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
| Barrington Club Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| The Anna Apartments | 1 Bedroom Floorplan | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Governours Square | Ash | Studio,1BA | $921 |
| Clintonville Commons | 1 Bed 1 Bath Garden 1st Floor | 1BR,1BA | $930 |
| Reserves at Arlington | A1 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Lexington Park | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $969 |
| Riverview Apartments Located Near OSU Campus | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Edge at Arlington | Pitkin | 1BR,1BA | $989 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Governours Square, OH
As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Governours Square area is the $1.02 price per square foot 4 Bed 2.5 Bath Townhome Reno Meyer Model at Georgetown in the in the North Columbus neighborhood starting from $2,450. The second greatest value Governours Square apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Mackenzie Place starting at $1,600 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Outer Dublin Hilliard neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Governours Square apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Georgetown | 4 Bed 2.5 Bath Townhome Reno Meyer | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.02 |
| Mackenzie Place | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.00 |
| Kingsdale Lofts | 2 Beds, 2.5 baths | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.28 |
| Dublin Park Rental Townhomes | Diamond Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.34 |
| Luxe 88 | Khloe with Loft | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| STERLING PLACE | 2 Bedroom Deluxe | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| 4857 Moreland Dr W, Unit Moreland Drive Apts | 4857 Moreland Dr W | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.20 |
| Park Place | 2083 Park Run | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Sawmill Park | The Killian | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Barrington Club Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Governours Square Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Governours Square?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Governours Square is under $989.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Governours Square?
The cheapest apartment in Governours Square is Riverview Place Apartments which is listed at $865, while the average apartment in Governours Square costs $2,450.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Governours Square?
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 17 regular apartments in Governours Square 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 Governours Square?
Cheap apartments in Governours Square have an average cost of $159 which is $2,291 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Governours Square.
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