Cheap Homes for Rent in the Near East Side Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $899 (9 Rentals)

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1620 E Broad St

ColumbusOH43203
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$1,390

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239 Taylor Ave

ColumbusOH43203

Near East Side, Columbus, OH Local Guide

Best Value Homes for Rent in Near East Side, OH

As of September 22, 2026 the best value rental home in the Near East Side area is the $0.71 price per square foot 380 Stoddart Ave Model at 380 Stoddart Ave, Unit 378 in the Near East Side neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Near East Side rental home is the 277 S Champion Ave Model at 277 S Champion Ave in the Near East Side neighborhood starting at $2,100 with a $1.17 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Near East Side homes based on price per square foot:

Home ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
380 Stoddart Ave, Unit 378380 Stoddart Ave3BR, 1.5BA$0.71
277 S Champion Ave277 S Champion Ave4BR, 2.5BA$1.17
395 Stoddart Ave395 Stoddart Ave3BR, 2BA$1.50
397 Stoddart Ave397 Stoddart Ave3BR, 2BA$1.47
282 S Ohio Ave282 S Ohio Ave3BR, 2BA$1.07
239 Taylor Ave239 Taylor Ave3BR, 1BA$0.96
2023 Maryland Ave2023 Maryland Ave2BR, 2BA$1.18
1117 Franklin Ave1117 Franklin Ave3BR, 1BA$1.18
1818 Greenway Ave N1818 Greenway Ave N2BR, 1.5BA$1.45
1412 Phale D Hale Dr1412 Phale D Hale Dr3BR, 1.5BA$1.75

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Frequently Asked Questions about Near East Side

What type of rentals are currently available in Near East Side?

There are currently 167 Apartments for Rent in Near East Side, OH with pricing that ranges from $795 to $4,528. There are also 38 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Near East Side ranging from $899 to $3,700.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Near East Side?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Near East Side ranges from $899 to $3,700 with an average monthly rent of $1,756.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Near East Side?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Near East Side range from $1,464 to $4,300, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,390 to $2,850. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,550 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,000.

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