Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Knolls Thomas Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $500 (40 Rentals)

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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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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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Roundtree Rentals
1 Bedroom Apartments

Roundtree Rentals

3677 Indianola AveColumbus, OH 43214

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Knolls Thomas, Columbus, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available Knolls Thomas Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Knolls Thomas area of Columbus, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Reserves at Arlington priced from $799. Governours Square has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $865. Here are the most affordable Knolls Thomas apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Reserves at ArlingtonA1 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$799
Governours SquareAshStudio,1BA$865
Riverview Place Apartments1BR - Riverview Place1BR,1BA$865
University VillageThe MeyerStudio,1BA$865
695 Riverview1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$875
Flats of Clintonville1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$875
Olentangy VillageVillage StudioStudio,1BA$879
Indian OaksOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$890
Roundtree Rentals1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Knolls Thomas, OH

As of January 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Knolls Thomas area is the $0.88 price per square foot Two bedroom/ 1 1/2 bath Model at Mackenzie Village Apartments in the in the Outer Dublin Hilliard neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Knolls Thomas apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Mackenzie Place starting at $1,550 with a $0.97 price per square foot in the Outer Dublin Hilliard neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Knolls Thomas apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Mackenzie Village ApartmentsTwo bedroom/ 1 1/2 bath2BR,1.5BA$0.88
Mackenzie PlaceTwo Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$0.97
Kingsdale Lofts2 Beds, 2.5 baths2BR,2.5BA$1.28
40 W Tompkins St, Unit 4040 W Tompkins St2BR,1BA$1.35
Worthington Gardens Apartments2 Bedrm 3rd Floor w/View2BR,2BA$1.43
121 E Arcadia Ave, Unit A121 E Arcadia Ave2BR,1BA$1.28
2663-2671 Medary Ave2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.44
Flats of Clintonville1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.25
2359 Indiana Ave, Unit 23592359 Indiana Ave1BR,1BA$1.26
Roundtree Rentals1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1.38

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Knolls Thomas, Columbus, OH

Ranked #70

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

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Knolls Thomas, Columbus, and the greater Columbus area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Knolls Thomas Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Knolls Thomas?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Knolls Thomas is at Governours Square listed at $865.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Knolls Thomas Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Knolls Thomas Apartment is $799 at Reserves at Arlington.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Knolls Thomas is starting from $970 at The Canterbury.

What is the most affordable Knolls Thomas Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Knolls Thomas Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Commons At Olentangy and starts from $1,348.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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