
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Merion Village Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $800 (17 Rentals)
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1805 S 6th St

22 E Welch Ave

Columbus Renaissance Housing I

Jenkins Lofts
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1808-1810-1810 S 6th St

346 E Mithoff St

112 Hanford St

112 Hanford St

1598 S 4th St
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1540 S 4th St

341 E Markison Ave

78 E Barthman Ave

255 Southwood Ave

287 E Woodrow Ave
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Parsons Village East Senior Apartments
Merion Village, Columbus, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Merion Village?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merion Village Studio Apartments | $800 | $800 | $800 |
| Merion Village 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,023 | $800 | $1,245 |
| Merion Village 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,242 | $1,050 | $1,650 |
| Merion Village 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,209 | $1,235 | $3,000 |
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Cheapest Available Merion Village Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Merion Village area of Columbus, OH is a 2 Beds unit found at Jenkins Lofts priced from $1,025. Parsons Village East Senior Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,331. Here are the most affordable Merion Village apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jenkins Lofts | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Parsons Village East Senior Apartments | A2 | 2BR,1BA | $1,331 |
| 365 Frebis Ave | 3 Bed | 3BR,3BA | $3,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merion Village, OH
As of May 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Merion Village area is the $1.67 price per square foot 3 Bed Model at 365 Frebis Ave in the in the South Columbus neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Merion Village apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Jenkins Lofts starting at $1,458 with a $1.26 price per square foot in the South Columbus neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Merion Village apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 365 Frebis Ave | 3 Bed | 3BR,3.5BA | $1.67 |
| Jenkins Lofts | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.26 |
| Parsons Village East Senior Apartments | A2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
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2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Merion Village Apartments
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Merion Village?
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 Merion Village 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 Merion Village?
Cheap apartments in Merion Village have an average cost of $345 which is $2,050 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Merion Village.
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