
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Linwood Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $400 (20 Rentals)
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The Flats on Kimberly

Columbus Park Apartments

Cushing Arms

Court View Centre

Berwick Gardens
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Berwick Grove

530 - JAMES PLAZA

Montrose Square

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Kimberly Crossings (126)

545 - LIVINGSTON COMMONS

Royal James Plaza

The Enclave on Main
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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 | $844 | $695 | $925 |
| Linwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $985 | $625 | $1,395 |
| Linwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,199 | $665 | $1,700 |
| Linwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,444 | $1,025 | $1,800 |
| Linwood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,713 | $1,585 | $1,897 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 20 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 3 Beds unit found at The Enclave on Main priced from $550. Columbus Park Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $789. Here are the most affordable Linwood apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Enclave on Main | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $550 |
| Columbus Park Apartments | The Milbrook | 1BR,1BA | $789 |
| Cushing Arms | 1BR 650sf | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Winchester Oaks | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $804 |
| The Retreat at Walnut Creek | 1 Bed 1 Bath Premium | 1BR,1BA | $810 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Linwood, OH
As of January 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Linwood area is the $1.29 price per square foot 3 Bed, 2 Bath Model at River View at Bexley in the in the South Columbus neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Linwood apartment is the 2 Bed, 1 Bath Townhome (967 Sq. Ft.) Model at The Rand starting at $1,264 with a $1.31 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| River View at Bexley | 3 Bed, 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| The Rand | 2 Bed, 1 Bath Townhome (967 Sq. Ft.) | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| The Enclave on Main | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Ashley Village | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Heather Glen Townhomes | 2 Bed, 1 Bath Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| 520 - EMBASSY PLAZA | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Royal James Plaza | Chestnut | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Coves at Columbus on Mayfield Place | bex2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Stonecrest | The Crest | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| The Retreat at Walnut Creek | 1 Bed 1 Bath Elite | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
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Scottwood Elementary School
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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 $850.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Linwood?
The cheapest apartment in Linwood is Columbus Park Apartments which is listed at $789, while the average apartment in Linwood costs $1,686.
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 4 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 $519 which is $1,167 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Linwood.
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