
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Linwood Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $400 (60 Rentals)
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The Flats on Kimberly

Columbus Park Apartments

Mason Run

Cushing Arms

2483-2539-2539 Courtright Rd

The Retreat at Walnut Creek

West Of Eastland

Kimberly Court Apartments

Stonecrest
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Chatham Village

Lakeshore Cove

Capital Pointe - Woodview

The Vale at Walnut Creek

931 Kenwick Rd

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Ashley Village

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The Charles at Bexley
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College Park

Hamilton Arms Apartments

Court View Centre

Berwick Gardens

Clover Garden Apartments

Reserve at Capital Pointe

Berwick Grove

Elim Manor

Elaine Park Drive

Montrose Square
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Kimberly Crossings (126)

Royal James Plaza

530 - JAMES PLAZA

520 - EMBASSY PLAZA

3023 Darfield Pl

KP EASTLAND, LLC

3605 Cushing Dr

Monticello Court Apartments

Rustic Ridge Apartments

Yearling Green
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545 - LIVINGSTON COMMONS

Bexvie Village Townhomes

Bexley Commons

902 Kenwick Rd

Preserve at Canal

1079 S James Rd

Crestwood Village

3417 Bexvie Ave

3632 Cushing Dr
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Linwood, Columbus, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Linwood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linwood Studio Apartments | $1,144 | $695 | $1,833 |
| Linwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,328 | $625 | $2,959 |
| Linwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,991 | $665 | $5,332 |
| Linwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,287 | $1,025 | $7,173 |
| Linwood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,988 | $1,685 | $3,200 |
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There are currently 60 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Linwood Neighborhood of Columbus, OH.
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Cheapest Available Linwood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Linwood area of Columbus, OH is a Studio unit found at Winchester Oaks priced from $695. Royal James Plaza has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $725. Here are the most affordable Linwood apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winchester Oaks | Studio | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| Royal James Plaza | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Columbus Park Apartments | The Alum | Studio,1BA | $739 |
| Mason Run | Masr 0A | Studio,1BA | $755 |
| 530 - JAMES PLAZA | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $789 |
| Cushing Arms | 1BR 650sf | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| 520 - EMBASSY PLAZA | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| KP EASTLAND, LLC | 1 BD 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| The Retreat at Walnut Creek | 1 Bed 1 Bath Premium | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Stonecrest | The Crest | 1BR,1BA | $839 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Linwood, OH
As of June 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Linwood area is the $1.28 price per square foot Aspen Model at Riverdale Plaza in the in the South Columbus neighborhood starting from $1,225. The second greatest value Linwood apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at The Enclave on Main starting at $945 with a $0.99 price per square foot in the East Columbus neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Linwood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverdale Plaza | Aspen | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.28 |
| The Enclave on Main | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Mason Run | Masr 2B | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Chatham Village | 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Ashley Village | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Heather Glen Townhomes | 2 Bed, 1 Bath Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| 902 Kenwick Rd | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Stonecrest | The Crest | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| 530 - JAMES PLAZA | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Royal James Plaza | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleLinwood, Columbus, OH
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3.5Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Linwood Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Linwood?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Linwood is under $839.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Linwood?
The cheapest apartment in Linwood is Royal James Plaza which is listed at $725, while the average apartment in Linwood costs $3,995.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Linwood?
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 11 regular apartments in Linwood 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 Linwood?
Cheap apartments in Linwood have an average cost of $259 which is $3,736 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Linwood.
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