Cheap Homes for Rent in Kendale Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $1,100 (13 Rentals)

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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 Barrington Club Apartments priced from $799. Clintonville Commons has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $840. Here are the most affordable Kendale apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Barrington Club Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$799
Clintonville CommonsStudio 2nd FloorStudio,1BA$840
Riverview Place Apartments1BR - Riverview Place1BR,1BA$865
University VillageThe MeyerStudio,1BA$875
Olentangy VillageVillage StudioStudio,1BA$879

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kendale, OH

As of May 29, 2026 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 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 Kendale apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Mackenzie PlaceTwo Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$0.97
Kingsdale Lofts2 Beds, 2.5 baths2BR,2.5BA$1.28
Kendall Park2x2 Phase 12BR,2BA$1.44
4857 Moreland Dr W, Unit Moreland Drive Apts4857 Moreland Dr W2BR,1.5BA$1.20
STERLING PLACE1 Bedroom Deluxe1BR,1BA$1.32
Barrington Club Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.30
Park Place2083 Park Run1BR,1BA$1.35
Edge at ArlingtonArlington1BR,1BA$1.48
The Commons At OlentangyCincinnati 1101BR,1BA$1.54
Lexington Park1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.48

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Frequently Asked Questions about Kendale

What type of rentals are currently available in Kendale?

There are currently 285 Apartments for Rent in Kendale, OH with pricing that ranges from $695 to $22,674. There are also 35 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Kendale ranging from $1,100 to $3,300.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Kendale?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Kendale ranges from $1,100 to $3,300 with an average monthly rent of $2,286.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Kendale?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Kendale range from $1,289 to $2,163, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,349 to $3,150. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,940 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,035.

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