
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Governours Square Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $600 (43 Rentals)
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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 | $1,074 | $815 | $2,648 |
| Governours Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,348 | $695 | $3,191 |
| Governours Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,800 | $795 | $9,281 |
| Governours Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,792 | $1,050 | $3,095 |
| Governours Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,035 | $2,035 | $2,035 |
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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 $815. Clintonville Commons has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $840. 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 | $815 |
| Clintonville Commons | Studio 2nd Floor | Studio,1BA | $840 |
| 695 Riverview | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Riverview Place Apartments | 1BR - Riverview Place | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
| University Village | The Nicklaus | Studio,1BA | $875 |
| Edge at Arlington | Pitkin | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| The Anna Apartments | 1 Bedroom Floorplan | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Riverlodge Apartments | 1x1 550 | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Governours Square | Willow | Studio,1BA | $905 |
| Riverview Apartments Located Near OSU Campus | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Governours Square, OH
As of May 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Governours Square area is the $0.97 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Mackenzie Place in the in the Outer Dublin Hilliard neighborhood starting from $1,550. The second greatest value Governours Square apartment is the 2 Beds, 2.5 baths Model at Kingsdale Lofts starting at $1,850 with a $1.28 price per square foot in the West Olentangy 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mackenzie Place | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.97 |
| Kingsdale Lofts | 2 Beds, 2.5 baths | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.28 |
| Dublin Park Rental Townhomes | Platinum Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.39 |
| STERLING PLACE | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| 4944 Fairway Ct, Unit 4944 Fairway Ct | 4944 Fairway Ct | 3BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Kendall Park | 2x2 Phase 1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| Lexington Park | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| 4857 Moreland Dr W, Unit Moreland Drive Apts | 4857 Moreland Dr W | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.20 |
| Sawmill Park | The Quinn | 2BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| Park Place | 2083 Park Run | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
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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 $975.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Governours Square?
The cheapest apartment in Governours Square is 695 Riverview which is listed at $850, while the average apartment in Governours Square costs $2,035.
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 32 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 $284 which is $1,751 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Governours Square.
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