
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Knolls West Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $600 (50 Rentals)
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The Commons At Olentangy

Barrington Club Apartments

Riverlodge Apartments

Governours Square

Lexington Park

Edge at Arlington

Island Club

Reserves at Arlington

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The Canterbury

Park Place

4443 Mobile Dr

4645 Merrimar Cir E, Unit F

STERLING PLACE

Fox and Hounds

4445 Mobile Dr

4857 Moreland Dr W, Unit Moreland Drive Apts

Falls at Arlington

4794 Rossmoor Pl
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Braxton on Bethel

Mackenzie Village Apartments

1094 Merrimar Cir S

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Graceland Flats

Madden's Pointe

Madison Park

Kendall Park

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Mackenzie Place

5599 Longbow Ln

Kenbrook Village

Slate Run Apartments

Worthington Terrace

500 - BROAD MEADOWS PLAZA

Skyline Apartments

Bradshire Drive Apartments

4645 Merrimar Cir E

5285 Portland St
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Henderlane Apartments

5321 Stonemeadow Ave

2245 Hedgerow Road

Victoria Place Commons

Cunard Village Apartments

Sawmill Park

Grafton Park

Abbey Church Village
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Knolls West, Columbus, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Knolls West?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Knolls West Studio Apartments | $1,092 | $904 | $2,243 |
| Knolls West 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,273 | $695 | $3,085 |
| Knolls West 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,613 | $795 | $5,914 |
| Knolls West 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,746 | $1,050 | $2,089 |
| Knolls West 4 Bedroom Apartments | $22,129 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Knolls West Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Knolls West area of Columbus, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Barrington Club Apartments priced from $799. 500 - BROAD MEADOWS PLAZA has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $809. Here are the most affordable Knolls West apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barrington Club Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| 500 - BROAD MEADOWS PLAZA | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $809 |
| Riverlodge Apartments | 1x1 550 | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Lexington Park | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $969 |
| Island Club | Tahiti | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Reserves at Arlington | A1 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,019 |
| The Canterbury | Magnolia | 2BR,2BA | $1,060 |
| Edge at Arlington | Arlington | 1BR,1BA | $1,069 |
| Park Place | 2083 Park Run | 1BR,1BA | $1,079 |
| Governours Square | Maple | 1BR,1BA | $1,116 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Knolls West, OH
As of May 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Knolls West area is the $0.77 price per square foot Indiana 211 Model at The Commons At Olentangy in the in the North Columbus neighborhood starting from $1,271. The second greatest value Knolls West 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 West apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Commons At Olentangy | Indiana 211 | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.77 |
| Mackenzie Place | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.97 |
| Dublin Park Rental Townhomes | Diamond Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.35 |
| Kendall Park | 2x2 Phase 1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| 4857 Moreland Dr W, Unit Moreland Drive Apts | 4857 Moreland Dr W | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.20 |
| STERLING PLACE | 1 Bedroom Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Barrington Club Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Park Place | 2083 Park Run | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Lexington Park | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| 500 - BROAD MEADOWS PLAZA | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Knolls West Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Knolls West Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Knolls West Apartment is $799 at Barrington Club Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Knolls West Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Knolls West is starting from $1,000 at Riverlodge Apartments.
What is the most affordable Knolls West Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Knolls West Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Riverlodge Apartments and starts from $1,050.
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