
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Knolls West Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $600 (47 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Knolls West area of Columbus.


The Canterbury

Barrington Club Apartments

Edge at Arlington

Riverlodge Apartments

Governours Square

Lexington Park

The Commons At Olentangy

5058 Hibbs Dr
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Park Place

Fox and Hounds

5308 Darlington Rd, Unit F

STERLING PLACE

4857 Moreland Dr W, Unit Moreland Drive Apts

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Island Club

Falls at Arlington

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5345 Stonemeadow Ave, Unit E
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Braxton on Bethel

Mackenzie Village Apartments

Madden's Pointe

The Benchmark Apartments

1085 Merrimar Cir N, Unit F

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Graceland Flats

Kendall Park

1094 Merrimar Cir S

Madison Park
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Mackenzie Place

5617 Excalibur Pl

Kenbrook Village

Slate Run Apartments

Worthington Terrace

500 - BROAD MEADOWS PLAZA

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Henderlane Apartments

4893 Nugent Dr

5911 Shadow Lake Cir

Victoria Place Commons

Cunard Village Apartments

Sawmill Park
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Abbey Church Village
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 | $1,015 | $825 | $1,525 |
| Knolls West 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,238 | $695 | $2,211 |
| Knolls West 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,517 | $795 | $5,705 |
| Knolls West 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,983 | $1,050 | $2,949 |
| Knolls West 4 Bedroom Apartments | $16,835 | $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 500 - BROAD MEADOWS PLAZA priced from $809. The Canterbury has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $825. Here are the most affordable Knolls West apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 500 - BROAD MEADOWS PLAZA | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $809 |
| The Canterbury | Aspen | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| Edge at Arlington | Pitkin | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Barrington Club Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Lexington Park | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,015 |
| Sawmill Park | The Killian | 1BR,1BA | $1,017 |
| Park Place | 2083 Park Run | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Island Club | Tahiti | 1BR,1BA | $1,196 |
| Braxton on Bethel | The Foxfire | 1BR,1BA | $1,220 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Knolls West, OH
As of July 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Knolls West area is the $1.00 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Mackenzie Place in the in the Outer Dublin Hilliard neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Knolls West apartment is the Minnesota 311 Model at The Commons At Olentangy starting at $1,896 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the North Columbus 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mackenzie Place | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.00 |
| The Commons At Olentangy | Minnesota 311 | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.33 |
| Dublin Park Rental Townhomes | Diamond Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.35 |
| Lexington Park | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| 4857 Moreland Dr W, Unit Moreland Drive Apts | 4857 Moreland Dr W | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.20 |
| Fox and Hounds | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Park Place | 2083 Park Run | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Sawmill Park | The Killian | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Barrington Club Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| 500 - BROAD MEADOWS PLAZA | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
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Best Local Schools in Knolls West, Columbus, OH
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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 $809 at 500 - BROAD MEADOWS PLAZA.
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 $1,015 at Lexington Park.
What is the most affordable Knolls West Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Knolls West Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lexington Park and starts from $1,364.
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