
Cheap Homes for Rent in the Olde Town East Columbus Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $895 (38 Rentals)
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347 1/2 E Welch Ave

1048 BERKELEY Rd

1692 Bryden Rd

1020-20 E Deshler Ave

1648 Smith Rd

1094 Oakwood Ave

1712-1714-1714 Bryden Rd

530 Lilley Ave, Unit 530 Lilley Ave
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362 E Markison Ave

1444 Madison Ave

1893-1895-1895 Holburn Ave

640 S Champion Ave

1044-1046 E Long St

444 E Woodrow Ave

846-848-848 Reinhard Ave

807 Manning Ave

810 Reinhard Ave
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1288 Oakwood Ave

950 McAllister Ave

150 E Main St

1098 Miller Ave

667 E Woodrow Ave

794 E Mound St

1014 Miller Ave

1285 Linwood Ave

503-505 Berkeley Rd
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785 Wager St

879 Oak St, Unit 879 2

873 Heyl Ave

1620 E Broad St

383 Wilson Ave

549 Fairwood Ave, Unit 549

235 Miller Ave

1340 Mooberry St

1750 E Broad St
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1009 Lilley Ave

341 E Markison Ave
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Olde Town East Columbus?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olde Town East Columbus 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,779 | $895 | $4,150 |
| Olde Town East Columbus 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,054 | $1,230 | $5,000 |
| Olde Town East Columbus 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,429 | $1,600 | $3,950 |
| Olde Town East Columbus 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,700 | $2,100 | $3,700 |
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There are currently 38 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Olde Town East Columbus Neighborhood of Columbus, OH.
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Cheapest Available Olde Town East Columbus Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Olde Town East Columbus area of Columbus, OH is a 2 Beds unit found at Nazareth Towers-62 & Older priced from $300. Belmont Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $450. Here are the most affordable Olde Town East Columbus apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nazareth Towers-62 & Older | Studio | 2BR,1BA | $300 |
| Belmont Apartments | Student Room | Studio,1BA | $450 |
| Franklin Park Apartments | Studio apartment | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| Fairwood Commons | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $764 |
| Columbus Park Apartments | The Alum | Studio,1BA | $789 |
| Broadway Apartments | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| 620 E. Town Street Apartments | 1 BR - +$50 Water | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| 610-ROYAL YORK APARTMENTS, LLC | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $839 |
| The Gaetz | Micro | Studio,1BA | $899 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Olde Town East Columbus, OH
As of September 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Olde Town East Columbus area is the $0.93 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Dining Room Model at 610-ROYAL YORK APARTMENTS, LLC in the in the Near East Side neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Olde Town East Columbus apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Large Model at 620 - GOVERNORS TERRACE, LLC starting at $1,110 with a $0.93 price per square foot in the Near East Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Olde Town East Columbus apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 610-ROYAL YORK APARTMENTS, LLC | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Dining Room | 2BR,2BA | $0.93 |
| 620 - GOVERNORS TERRACE, LLC | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Large | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| 780 Ann St, Unit 780 | 780 Ann St | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.34 |
| 1725 E Frankfort St, Unit 1725 E. Frankfort St, Columbus | 1725 E Frankfort St | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| 69 N 20th St, Unit A | 69 N 20th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| 835 E Mithoff St | Two Beds | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Columbus Renaissance Housing I | 2 Bdr | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Jenkins Lofts | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Fairwood Commons | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| Nazareth Towers-62 & Older | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $0.67 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Olde Town East Columbus
What type of rentals are currently available in Olde Town East Columbus?
There are currently 652 Apartments for Rent in Olde Town East Columbus, OH with pricing that ranges from $300 to $6,455. There are also 155 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Olde Town East Columbus ranging from $895 to $5,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Olde Town East Columbus?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Olde Town East Columbus ranges from $895 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,995.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Olde Town East Columbus?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Olde Town East Columbus range from $695 to $6,455, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,230 to $5,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,549.
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