
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Near East Side Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $700 (24 Rentals)
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738 N Dawson Ave

Franklin Park Apartments

1769 Clifton Ave

1744 Richmond Ave

1743 Richmond Ave

Clifton Woods Apartments

The Harris
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LongView Apartments

1732P E Long St

THE STATION at Trolley District

331 Kendall Pl

270 S Champion Ave, Unit 264 S Champion

2104 Avalon Pl

245 Miller Ave

498-500-500 N Champion Ave
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2080 E 5th Ave

1884-1888 E Rich St

1150 Bryden

The Gemma

Legacy Pointe at Poindexter Apartments

45 Governors Pl

The Jacqueline

Park Plaza
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Near East Side, Columbus, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Near East Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Near East Side Studio Apartments | $1,009 | $999 | $1,034 |
| Near East Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,262 | $800 | $2,175 |
| Near East Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,463 | $800 | $2,150 |
| Near East Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,793 | $1,070 | $3,100 |
| Near East Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,750 | $1,750 | $1,750 |
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There are currently 24 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Near East Side Neighborhood of Columbus, OH.
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Cheapest Available Near East Side Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Near East Side area of Columbus, OH is a 2 Beds unit found at 1157 Bryden Rd priced from $800. 610-ROYAL YORK APARTMENTS, LLC has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $839. Here are the most affordable Near East Side apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1157 Bryden Rd | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| 610-ROYAL YORK APARTMENTS, LLC | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $839 |
| Franklin Park Apartments | 1 Month free for qualified applicants ** 1br/ 2... | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Clifton Woods Apartments | 2BR 1BA Smoke Free | 2BR,1BA | $910 |
| The Harris | 1 bed- A | 1BR,1BA | $924 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Near East Side, OH
As of January 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Near East Side area is the $1.02 price per square foot 5 Bedroom 5 Bathroom Model at 610-ROYAL YORK APARTMENTS, LLC in the in the Near East Side neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Near East Side apartment is the 1547 E Rich St Model at 1547 E Rich St, Unit 1547 starting at $1,600 with a $1.05 price per square foot in the Near East Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Near East Side apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 610-ROYAL YORK APARTMENTS, LLC | 5 Bedroom 5 Bathroom | 5BR,5BA | $1.02 |
| 1547 E Rich St, Unit 1547 | 1547 E Rich St | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.05 |
| 222 Parkwood Ave, Unit 222 | 222 Parkwood Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| 620 - GOVERNORS TERRACE, LLC | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| 245 Miller Ave | Two Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| 270 S Champion Ave, Unit 264 S Champion | 270 S Champion Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Legacy Pointe at Poindexter Apartments | 1 Bedroom Tax Credit*** | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| LongView Apartments | 2 BD 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Clifton Woods Apartments | 2BR 1BA Smoke Free | 2BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| 1157 Bryden Rd | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Near East Side Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Near East Side?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Near East Side is under $1,095.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Near East Side?
The cheapest apartment in Near East Side is 1157 Bryden Rd which is listed at $800, while the average apartment in Near East Side costs $3,125.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Near East Side?
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 Near East Side 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 Near East Side?
Cheap apartments in Near East Side have an average cost of $500 which is $2,625 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Near East Side.
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