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Nazareth Towers-62 & Older
300 E Rich StColumbus, OH 43215
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Near South Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $300 (27 Rentals)
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596 E Gates St
596 E Gates StColumbus, OH 43206
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$925 - $9992 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
835 E Mithoff St
835 E Mithoff StColumbus, OH 43206
429 E Whittier St
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474 Elsmere St
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Jaeger Square
850 Jaeger StColumbus, OH 43206
1414 E Columbus St
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888-890-890 Studer Ave
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912 Geers Ave, Unit 912
912 Geers AveColumbus, OH 43206
1090 Parsons Ave
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1403 S Ohio Ave, Unit 1403
1403 S Ohio AveColumbus, OH 43206
382 Carpenter St
ColumbusOH43205
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$1,125 - $1,5981 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Ethan
1179 E Main StColumbus, OH 43205
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$1,149 - $3,000Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Arbor
626 Lehman StColumbus, OH 43206
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1501 Linwood Ave
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721 Reinhard Ave
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644 S Champion Ave
644 S Champion AveColumbus, OH 43205
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$1,199 - $1,850Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Market Mohawk Apartments
399 S Grant AveColumbus, OH 43215
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1467 E Mound
1467 E MoundColumbus, OH 43205
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FRANCIS HOUSE
1640 E Mound StColumbus, OH 43205
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The Residences At Career Gateway
755 E Whittier StColumbus, OH 43206
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The Livingston
1573 E Livingston AveColumbus, OH 43205
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1580 E Mound St
1580 E Mound StColumbus, OH 43205
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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 | $1,068 | $300 | $1,500 |
| Near South 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,499 | $300 | $2,965 |
| Near South 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,216 | $300 | $5,943 |
| Near South 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,199 | $1,250 | $8,617 |
| Near South 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,397 | $1,995 | $2,800 |
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Cheapest Available Near South Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Near South area of Columbus, OH is a 2 Beds unit found at Nazareth Towers-62 & Older priced from $300. 835 E Mithoff St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $925. Here are the most affordable Near South apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nazareth Towers-62 & Older | Studio | 2BR,1BA | $300 |
| 835 E Mithoff St | Two Beds | 2BR,1BA | $925 |
| Jaeger Square | Marin | Studio,1BA | $1,009 |
| The Livingston | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| The Ethan | Ella East Skyline | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| ELEVATE 340 | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,330 |
| Market Mohawk Apartments | Flat w/ Juliette Balcony | 2BR,1BA | $1,559 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Near South, OH
As of February 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Near South area is the $1.83 price per square foot 362 Zimpfer St Model at 362 Zimpfer St in the in the South Columbus neighborhood starting from $5,495. The second greatest value Near South apartment is the 1283 E Fulton St Model at 1283 E Fulton St, Unit 1283 East Fulton Street starting at $1,600 with a $0.94 price per square foot in the Olde Towne East neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Near South apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 362 Zimpfer St | 362 Zimpfer St | 3BR,4BA | $1.83 |
| 1283 E Fulton St, Unit 1283 East Fulton Street | 1283 E Fulton St | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| 782 Seymour Ave | 782 Seymour Ave | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.28 |
| 954 S Ohio Ave, Unit C | 954 S Ohio Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Market Mohawk Apartments | Tower Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.80 |
| 912 Geers Ave, Unit 912 | 912 Geers Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| 835 E Mithoff St | Two Beds | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| The Ethan | Ella East Skyview | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| The Livingston | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Nazareth Towers-62 & Older | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $0.67 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Near South Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Near South?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Near South is under $1,559.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Near South?
The cheapest apartment in Near South is Nazareth Towers-62 & Older which is listed at $300, while the average apartment in Near South costs $2,397.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Near South?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 6 regular apartments in Near South that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Near South?
Cheap apartments in Near South have an average cost of $103 which is $2,294 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Near South.
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