
Apartments for Rent in the Near East Side Neighborhood of Columbus, OH Under $1,200 (29 Rentals)


THE STATION at Trolley District

476 Taylor Apartments

610-ROYAL YORK APARTMENTS, LLC

Franklin Park Apartments

Clifton Woods Apartments

45 Governor Pl
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LongView Apartments

1157 Bryden Rd

The Harris

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222 Parkwood Ave

72 S Ohio Ave

1732 E Long St

1608 Greenway Ave
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1738 E Long St

27 Winner Ave

48 Parkwood Ave

1716 Richmond Ave

196 Clifton Ct

1444 Madison Ave

486 Hanley St
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331 Kendall Pl

620 - GOVERNORS TERRACE, LLC

245 Miller Ave

Park Plaza

Legacy Pointe at Poindexter Apartments

The Gemma

1150 Bryden
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1884-1888 E Rich St
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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 | $1,102 | $1,020 | $1,159 |
| Near East Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,124 | $839 | $2,175 |
| Near East Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,394 | $875 | $2,150 |
| Near East Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,756 | $1,444 | $7,337 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Near East Side
How much are Studio apartments in Near East Side?
There are currently 73 Studio Apartments in Near East Side with rent ranges from $1,020 to $1,159 with an average price of $1,102.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Near East Side Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Near East Side ranges from $839 to $2,175 with an average monthly rent of $1,124.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Near East Side cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Near East Side range from $875 to $2,150. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,394.
How expensive are Near East Side Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 18 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Near East Side on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,444 to $7,337 - averaging $2,756 for the location.
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