
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Leawood Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $400 (83 Rentals)
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Villages at Eden Crossing

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The Flats on Kimberly

Mason Run

The Retreat at Walnut Creek

West Of Eastland

Cushing Arms

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3631 Cushing Dr, Unit C

HIBERNIA

3371 Clarkston Ave

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The Rand

1736 Sunapple Way, Unit 1736 Sunapple Way

3631 Cushing Dr, Unit B

3870-3872-3872 Petzinger Rd

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Napa Townhomes

1749 Zettler Rd

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1289 RENTAL CONDO COMMUNITY

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Elaine Park Drive

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Leawood, Columbus, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Leawood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leawood Studio Apartments | $860 | $695 | $975 |
| Leawood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $948 | $625 | $1,500 |
| Leawood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,242 | $665 | $3,445 |
| Leawood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,626 | $995 | $3,615 |
| Leawood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,705 | $1,685 | $1,788 |
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Cheapest Available Leawood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Leawood area of Columbus, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Villages at Eden Crossing priced from $699. National Road Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $699. Here are the most affordable Leawood apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villages at Eden Crossing | Nook | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
| National Road Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
| Mason Run | Masr 0A | Studio,1BA | $715 |
| The Retreat at Walnut Creek | 1 Bed 1 Bath Premium | 1BR,1BA | $733 |
| Pine Grove Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| West Of Eastland | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $759 |
| 520 - EMBASSY PLAZA | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| 1418 SELKIRK Rd | 1418 SELKIRK Rd - Unit... | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| KP EASTLAND, LLC | 1 BD 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Winchester Oaks | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $804 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Leawood, OH
As of August 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Leawood area is the $1.16 price per square foot Maple Model at Parkhill Luxury Apartments in the in the East Columbus neighborhood starting from $2,395. The second greatest value Leawood apartment is the 2 bed Model at Crosscreek Apartments and Townhomes starting at $995 with a $0.59 price per square foot in the Eastland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Leawood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkhill Luxury Apartments | Maple | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.16 |
| Crosscreek Apartments and Townhomes | 2 bed | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.59 |
| ESTATES ON MAIN | EM2a1.5-Diamond | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.11 |
| Riverdale Plaza | Aspen | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.11 |
| The Enclave on Main | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| HIBERNIA | The Edenberry | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Mason Run | Masr 2B | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Chatham Village | 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Ashley Village | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Williamsburg Square | A2 Madison Townhome | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Leawood Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Leawood?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Leawood is under $804.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Leawood?
The cheapest apartment in Leawood is Villages at Eden Crossing which is listed at $699, while the average apartment in Leawood costs $1,090.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Leawood?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 3 regular apartments in Leawood that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Leawood?
Cheap apartments in Leawood have an average cost of $259 which is $831 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Leawood.
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