Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Columbus Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $500 (43 Rentals)

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35 Broad Meadows Blvd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

35 Broad Meadows Blvd

35 Broad Meadows BlvdColumbus, OH 43214
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39 North St
1 Bedroom Apartments

39 North St

39 North StColumbus, OH 43202
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106-222 W Dodridge St
2 Bedroom Apartments

106-222 W Dodridge St

106-222 W Dodridge StColumbus, OH 43202
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Riverview Plaza
1 Bedroom Apartments

Riverview Plaza

750 Riverview DrColumbus, OH 43202
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University Village
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

University Village

505 Harley DrColumbus, OH 43202
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Village Flats at 757
1 Bedroom Apartments

Village Flats at 757

757 Riverview DrColumbus, OH 43202
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Worthington Terrace
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Worthington Terrace

60-80 Broadmeadows BlvdColumbus, OH 43214
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3716 Beulah Rd
2 Bedroom Apartments

3716 Beulah Rd

3716 Beulah RdColumbus, OH 43224
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Skyline Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Skyline Apartments

4768-4838 Rossmoor PlColumbus, OH 43220
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Indian Oaks
1 Bedroom Apartments

Indian Oaks

515 Oakland Park AveColumbus, OH 43214
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Riverview Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Riverview Apartments

557 Riverview DrColumbus, OH 43202
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North Columbus, Columbus, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available North Columbus Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Columbus area of Columbus, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Moonglow Apartments priced from $775. Center Court Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $795. Here are the most affordable North Columbus apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Moonglow ApartmentsHenely1BR,1BA$775
Center Court Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$795
Clintonville CommonsStudio 3rd FloorStudio,1BA$820
Kings Highlands Apartments1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$825
Olentangy VillageVillage StudioStudio,1BA$829
Riverview SquareUpgraded unit1BR,1BA$845
Riverview Place ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$865
Roundtree Rentals1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$895
Riverview Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$950
The Anna Apartments1 Bedroom Floorplan1BR,1BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Columbus, OH

As of June 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Columbus area is the $1.51 price per square foot B1R Model at Reserves at Arlington in the in the North Columbus neighborhood starting from $1,624. The second greatest value North Columbus apartment is the 4946 Model at 4944 - 4958 Arbor Village Dr starting at $1,250 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the North Columbus neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Columbus apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Reserves at ArlingtonB1R2BR,1BA$1.51
4944 - 4958 Arbor Village Dr49462BR,1BA$1.25
Eden Brooke Townhomes2 Bedroom Townhome2BR,1BA$1.12
University GardensSpecial Offer with signed lease Updated 2 bedro...2BR,1BA$1.11
Center Court Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.09
The CanterburyCedar1BR,1BA$1.38
Flats of Clintonville1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom - Premium1BR,1BA$1.45
Roundtree Rentals1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1.38
Moonglow ApartmentsHenely1BR,1BA$1.23
Riverview SquareUpgraded unit1BR,1BA$1.49

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North Columbus, Columbus, OH

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities and towns across the United States, including Columbus. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, apartment complexes for the kids, proximity to transit, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Columbus Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in North Columbus?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in North Columbus is at Clintonville Commons listed at $820.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom North Columbus Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom North Columbus Apartment is $775 at Moonglow Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom North Columbus Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in North Columbus is starting from $865 at Riverview Place Apartments.

What is the most affordable North Columbus Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap North Columbus Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Commons At Olentangy and starts from $1,608.

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