
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North East Columbus Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $400 (255 Rentals)
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Hometeam Properties

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2777 Beulah Rd, Unit 2777, Unit 2777

Abbey Lane

Essington Village

Trinity Square Apartments

Thornapple

The Continent Village

Maple Ridge Apartments

1615 N 4th St
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1751 Summit St, Unit A, Unit A

Coves at Columbus on Cleveland

Woodlands (OH)

Gateway Apartments

Bel Air Court

Center Court Apartments

Sherbrook

Eden of Easton Apartments

Village Court Apartments

Clear Point Gardens
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Woodlake Village Apartments

2028 Summit St

2026 Summit St

3244 E 5th Ave

Victoria Village

Moonglow Apartments

The Brookeville

Springwood

Kings Highlands

Worthington Court II
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Eden at Bexley Crossing

Tamarack Arms Apartments

Eden of Whitehall

Flats on Tamarack

East Townhomes and Apartments

1793 1/2 N 4th St

East Broad Plaza

The Trails at Arbor Court

Northgate Apartments

Gahanna Crossing Apartments
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North Meadows

Lakeside Villas

Total Monthly Price
Newcastle Townhomes

Indian Oaks

Northern Court

Coves at Columbus on Karl

Eden at Jefferson Crossing

Shiloh Crossings Apartments

2162 Fitzroy Dr

1680 Summit St
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North East Columbus, Columbus, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North East Columbus?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| North East Columbus Studio Apartments | $1,182 | $666 | $2,819 |
| North East Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,376 | $650 | $3,654 |
| North East Columbus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,639 | $695 | $8,285 |
| North East Columbus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,090 | $951 | $8,399 |
| North East Columbus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,467 | $1,500 | $7,799 |
| North East Columbus 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,568 | $1,699 | $3,165 |
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Cheapest Available North East Columbus Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the North East Columbus area of Columbus, OH is a Studio unit found at Hometeam Properties priced from $666. Abbey Lane has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $715. Here are the most affordable North East Columbus apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hometeam Properties | Studio - Multiple Available | Studio,1BA | $666 |
| Abbey Lane | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $715 |
| Essington Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $729 |
| Thornapple | S1 | Studio,1BA | $745 |
| The Continent Village | The Palermo | 1BR,1BA | $749 |
| Maple Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $749 |
| Coves at Columbus on Cleveland | 3788 Cleveland Avenue - 3788-105 | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Woodlands (OH) | Studio One Bath Open | Studio,1BA | $785 |
| Parkville | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North East Columbus, OH
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the North East Columbus area is the $0.83 price per square foot 5 Bed 2 Baths w Garage Model at 2136-2138 Summit St in the in the North East Columbus neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value North East Columbus apartment is the 2 Bed 2.5 Bath Model at Traditions at Worthington Woods starting at $2,000 with a $1.03 price per square foot in the North East Columbus neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North East Columbus apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2136-2138 Summit St | 5 Bed 2 Baths w Garage | 1BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| Traditions at Worthington Woods | 2 Bed 2.5 Bath | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.03 |
| Northgate on Sharon | 2 Bedroom Townhome - Renovated | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.94 |
| OakTree Village | Oak Tree - 3 Bed 1 Bath Garden | 3BR,1BA | $0.77 |
| Sharon Green Townhomes | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| Maple Valley Apartments | Water/Sewer/Trash Included | 2BR,1BA | $0.84 |
| 2765 Cleveland Ave, Unit D | 2765 Cleveland Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| Oakland Park Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Summerwynd Apartments | Upstairs unit w/ balcony) | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Coves at Columbus on Cleveland | 3788 Cleveland Avenue - 3788-105 | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
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Best Local Schools in North East Columbus, Columbus, OH
Gahanna West Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North East Columbus Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in North East Columbus?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in North East Columbus is under $795.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in North East Columbus?
The cheapest apartment in North East Columbus is Abbey Lane which is listed at $715, while the average apartment in North East Columbus costs $3,600.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in North East Columbus?
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 181 regular apartments in North East Columbus 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 North East Columbus?
Cheap apartments in North East Columbus have an average cost of $195 which is $3,405 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North East Columbus.
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