
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Near East Side Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $700 (19 Rentals)
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Franklin Park Apartments

Clifton Woods Apartments

1743 Richmond Ave

1744 Richmond Ave

The Harris
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476 Taylor Apartments

45 Governor Pl

LongView Apartments

1732P E Long St

1736H E Long St

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222 Parkwood Ave

1884-1888 E Rich St

1150 Bryden

The Gemma

Legacy Pointe at Poindexter Apartments

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 | $985 | $956 | $1,019 |
| Near East Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,169 | $800 | $2,175 |
| Near East Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,451 | $800 | $2,150 |
| Near East Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,209 | $1,500 | $3,100 |
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There are currently 19 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 | 1 BD 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| 476 Taylor Apartments | The Beck - Studio | Studio,1BA | $956 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Near East Side, OH
As of March 09, 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 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at 620 - GOVERNORS TERRACE, LLC starting at $1,400 with a $1.09 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 |
| 620 - GOVERNORS TERRACE, LLC | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| The Harris | 2 Bed- B | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Legacy Pointe at Poindexter Apartments | 1 Bedroom Tax Credit*** | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| LongView Apartments | 2 BD 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 222 Parkwood Ave | 222 Parkwood Ave | Studio ,1BA | $1.54 |
| 45 Governor Pl | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| 1157 Bryden Rd | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Clifton Woods Apartments | 1 BD 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Franklin Park Apartments | Renovated - Square 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
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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 $1,033.
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 $3,500.
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 8 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 $1,801 which is $1,699 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Near East Side.
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