
Cheap Homes for Rent in Near East Side Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $800 (15 Rentals)
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778 Northview Ave

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1237 1/2 Oak St

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Near East Side, Columbus, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Near East Side?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Near East Side 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,439 | $849 | $2,100 |
Near East Side 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,762 | $1,200 | $3,000 |
Near East Side 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,784 | $1,500 | $5,200 |
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There are currently 15 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 1 Bed unit found at Clifton Woods Apartments priced from $800. 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 |
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Clifton Woods Apartments | 1BR 1BA Smoke Free | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
ROYAL YORK APARTMENTS, LLC | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $839 |
Franklin Park Apartments | One Bedroom - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Long View | 2 BD 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $895 |
Legacy Pointe at Poindexter Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,033 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Near East Side, OH
As of September 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Near East Side area is the $1.02 price per square foot 5 Bedroom 5 Bathroom Model at 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 Stratford Model at Parkview Arms starting at $3,100 with a $1.55 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. |
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ROYAL YORK APARTMENTS, LLC | 5 Bedroom 5 Bathroom | 5BR,5BA | $1.02 |
Parkview Arms | Stratford | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.55 |
222 Parkwood Ave, Unit 222 | 222 Parkwood Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.14 |
476 Taylor Apartments | The Otto - 2 Bed 2 Bath ADA | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
245 Miller Ave | Two Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
849 Wellington Blvd | 849 Wellington Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
853 Wellington Blvd | 853 Wellington Blvd | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
1471 E Broad St, Unit ApartmentC | 1471 E Broad St | Studio ,1BA | $0.86 |
Long View | 2 BD 1 BA - Renovated Unit | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
Clifton Woods Apartments | 1 BD 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
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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 165 Apartments for Rent in Near East Side, OH with pricing that ranges from $600 to $3,500. There are also 35 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Near East Side ranging from $849 to $5,200.
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 $849 to $5,200 with an average monthly rent of $1,870.
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