
Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Near South Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $300 (36 Rentals)


1414 E Columbus St

987 Lilley Ave

835 E Mithoff St

521-523-523 Cline St

1436 Oakwood Ave

798-800-800 Kelton Ave

311 E Jenkins Ave

833 Lilley Ave
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1536 E Livingston Ave

362 E Markison Ave

530 Lilley Ave, Unit 530 Lilley Ave

640 S Champion Ave

1501 Linwood Ave

726 Frebis Ave

1123-1129-1129 S Champion Ave

565-567-567 E Deshler Ave

968-970-970 Wilson Ave
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850-852 E Livingston Ave

1288 Oakwood Ave

1417 Gault St

846-848-848 Reinhard Ave

ELEVATE 340

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780 Ann St, Unit 780

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Market Mohawk Apartments

672 E Mithoff St

1580 E Mound St
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FRANCIS HOUSE

NCH - 579-587 Carpenter St.

The Residences At Career Gateway

1116-1122 Cole St

950 McAllister Ave

794 E Mound St

873 Heyl Ave

1285 Linwood Ave

The Courtyard on South Champion
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Near South, Columbus, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Near South?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Near South Studio Apartments | $1,206 | $300 | $2,000 |
| Near South 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,485 | $300 | $2,787 |
Near South 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,866 | $300 | $5,900 |
| Near South 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,794 | $1,195 | $3,025 |
| Near South 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,071 | $1,850 | $4,564 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Near South Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Near South?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Near South is at Nazareth Towers-62 & Older listed at $300.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Near South Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Near South Apartment is $300 at Nazareth Towers-62 & Older.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Near South Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Near South is starting from $300 at Nazareth Towers-62 & Older.
What is the most affordable Near South Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Near South Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Nazareth Towers-62 & Older and starts from $300.
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