Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Kendale Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $500 (35 Rentals)

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35 Broad Meadows Blvd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

35 Broad Meadows Blvd

35 Broad Meadows BlvdColumbus, OH 43214
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39 North St
1 Bedroom Apartments

39 North St

39 North StColumbus, OH 43202
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106-222 W Dodridge St
2 Bedroom Apartments

106-222 W Dodridge St

106-222 W Dodridge StColumbus, OH 43202
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Riverview Plaza
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Riverview Plaza

750 Riverview DrColumbus, OH 43202
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Village Flats at 757
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Village Flats at 757

757 Riverview DrColumbus, OH 43202
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Slate Run Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Slate Run Apartments

2238 Briarhurst LnColumbus, OH 43220
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Riverview Square
1 Bedroom Apartments

Riverview Square

515 Riverview DrColumbus, OH 43202
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Skyline Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Skyline Apartments

4768-4838 Rossmoor PlColumbus, OH 43220
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Kendale, Columbus, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available Kendale Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Kendale area of Columbus, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Worthington Terrace priced from $750. Riverview Place Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $865. Here are the most affordable Kendale apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Worthington TerracePlan A1BR,1BA$750
Riverview Place Apartments1BR - Riverview Place1BR,1BA$865
Flats of Clintonville1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$875
Reserves at ArlingtonA1 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$894
Edge at ArlingtonThompson1BR,1BA$899
Lexington Park2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$899
Governours SquareAshStudio,1BA$912
The Commons At OlentangyCincinnati 1101BR,1BA$926
The CanterburyAspenStudio,1BA$940
The Anna Apartments1 Bedroom Floorplan1BR,1BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kendale, OH

As of October 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Kendale 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 Kendale apartment is the Brittany Model at Luxe 88 starting at $1,598 with a $1.42 price per square foot in the North Columbus neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kendale apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Mackenzie PlaceTwo Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$0.97
Luxe 88Brittany2BR,2BA$1.42
Cunard Village Apartments5268 Captains Ct.2BR,1.5BA$1.52
Olentangy VillageThe Cardinal2BR,1BA$1.46
121 E Arcadia Ave, Unit A121 E Arcadia Ave2BR,1BA$1.28
STERLING PLACE1 Bedroom Deluxe1BR,1BA$1.47
Park Place2083 Park Run1BR,1BA$1.25
Worthington TerraceTown House2BR,1.5BA$1.25
Flats of Clintonville1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.25
Lexington Park1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.38

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Kendale, Columbus, OH

Ranked #87

Among cities in Ohio for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team compares millions of points of data to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States, including Columbus. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best outdoor access, luxury housing options, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Kendale Neighborhood in Columbus, OH

Walk Score®

70 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

50 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

37 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kendale Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Kendale?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Kendale is at Governours Square listed at $912.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Kendale Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Kendale Apartment is $750 at Worthington Terrace.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Kendale Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Kendale is starting from $899 at Lexington Park.

What is the most affordable Kendale Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Kendale Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Worthington Terrace and starts from $975.

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