Cheap Homes for Rent in the Knolls Thomas Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $1,000 (15 Rentals)

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property at 5058 Hibbs Dr

$1,095

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$1,095

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$1,095

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

5058 Hibbs Dr

ColumbusOH43220
property at 1085 Merrimar Cir N

$1,300

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$1,300

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Aug 1

1085 Merrimar Cir N, Unit F

1085 Merrimar Cir N
ColumbusOH43220

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property at 27 W Blake Ave

$1,400

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$1,400

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$1,400

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Aug 3

27 W Blake Ave

ColumbusOH43202
property at 37 W Tompkins St

$1,500

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$1,500

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$1,500

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

37 W Tompkins St, Unit B

37 W Tompkins St
ColumbusOH43202

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property at 1883 Kentwell Rd

$1,535

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$1,535

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$1,535

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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1883 Kentwell Rd

ColumbusOH43221
property at 56 W Dodridge St

$1,600

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$1,600

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$1,600

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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56 W Dodridge St

ColumbusOH43202

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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 Studio unit found at The Canterbury priced from $825. 695 Riverview has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $845. Here are the most affordable Knolls Thomas apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The CanterburyAspenStudio,1BA$825
695 Riverview1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$845
Riverview Place Apartments1BR - Riverview Place1BR,1BA$865
Roundtree Rentals1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$875
Indian OaksOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$890

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Knolls Thomas, OH

As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Knolls Thomas area is the $1.03 price per square foot 4 Bed 2.5 Bath Townhome Reno Meyer Model at Georgetown in the in the North Columbus neighborhood starting from $2,460. The second greatest value Knolls Thomas 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 Knolls Thomas apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Georgetown4 Bed 2.5 Bath Townhome Reno Meyer4BR,2.5BA$1.03
Mackenzie PlaceTwo Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.00
Kingsdale Lofts2 Beds, 2.5 baths2BR,2.5BA$1.28
The Commons At OlentangyMinnesota 3113BR,1.5BA$1.33
4857 Moreland Dr W, Unit Moreland Drive Apts4857 Moreland Dr W2BR,1.5BA$1.20
Fox and Hounds2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.37
2663-2671 Medary Ave2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.24
Barrington Club Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.38
Roundtree Rentals1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1.35
Indian OaksOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.48

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Knolls Thomas, Columbus, OH

Ranked #108

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Knolls Thomas

What type of rentals are currently available in Knolls Thomas?

There are currently 310 Apartments for Rent in Knolls Thomas, OH with pricing that ranges from $775 to $16,816. There are also 50 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Knolls Thomas ranging from $1,000 to $5,970.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Knolls Thomas?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Knolls Thomas ranges from $1,000 to $5,970 with an average monthly rent of $1,949.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Knolls Thomas?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Knolls Thomas range from $1,365 to $4,513, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,600 to $3,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,595 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,750.

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