Apartments in the Near East Side area of Columbus with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.
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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Near East Side Studio Apartments | $1,009 | $999 | $1,034 |
| Near East Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,247 | $800 | $2,175 |
| Near East Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,458 | $800 | $2,150 |
| Near East Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,868 | $1,070 | $3,100 |
| Near East Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,750 | $1,750 | $1,750 |
There are currently 5 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Near East Side Neighborhood of Columbus, OH.
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$3,590 Move-In Bonus on Two-Bedroom Apartments Sign a qualifying lease on a two-bedroom apartment and receive a $3,590 move-in bonus paid on move-in day. Paid through your choice of prepaid debit card, gift cards, direct deposit, PayPal, Venmo, or Zelle. Addtional bonus available for applications signed within 48 hours of showing. Offer expires 02/26/2026.Expires 01-27-2026
Leases signed before the end of December will receive 1 month free on a 13-month lease. Exclusive Perk for The Station Residents – Enjoy Big Savings on Food at East Market and Memberships on The Branch! Come take a tour with us TODAY!Expires 02-28-2026
Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Near East Side, OH. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.
Leases signed before the end of December will receive 1 month free on a 13-month lease. Exclusive Perk for The Station Residents – Enjoy Big Savings on Food at East Market and Memberships on The Branch! Come take a tour with us TODAY!Expires 02-28-2026
$3,590 Move-In Bonus on Two-Bedroom Apartments Sign a qualifying lease on a two-bedroom apartment and receive a $3,590 move-in bonus paid on move-in day. Paid through your choice of prepaid debit card, gift cards, direct deposit, PayPal, Venmo, or Zelle. Addtional bonus available for applications signed within 48 hours of showing. Offer expires 02/26/2026.Expires 01-27-2026
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Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Near East Side is at Franklin Park Apartments listed at $850.
The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Near East Side is $1,459.
Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Near East Side is a 1,528 square feet unit starting from $1,600 at 1547 E Rich St, Unit 1547.
The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Near East Side is currently at 800 sq ft.
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Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.
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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.
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