Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Olentangy Highlands Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $500 (49 Rentals)

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Glenmuir
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$1,099 - $1,755
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Glenmuir

2223 Craigside DrColumbus, OH 43235
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2 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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1823 Worthington Run Dr

ColumbusOH43235
property at 7326 Bride Water Blvd

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2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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7326 Bride Water Blvd

ColumbusOH43235

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35 Broad Meadows Blvd
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35 Broad Meadows Blvd

35 Broad Meadows BlvdColumbus, OH 43214
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Worthington Terrace
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Worthington Terrace

60-80 Broadmeadows BlvdColumbus, OH 43214
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500 - BROAD MEADOWS PLAZA
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500 - BROAD MEADOWS PLAZA

200 Broadmeadows BlvdColumbus, OH 43214
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High cross
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High cross

160 High TidesColumbus, OH 43235
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Spring Leaf Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Spring Leaf Place

2920 Snouffer RdColumbus, OH 43235
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North Street
2 Bedroom Apartments

North Street

464-472 E North StWorthington, OH 43085

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Granby Place
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Granby Place

187 E Wilson Bridge RdWorthington, OH 43085
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Simsbury Place
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Simsbury Place

805 Proprietors RdWorthington, OH 43085
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5839 N. High St
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5839 N. High St

5835-5851 N High StWorthington, OH 43085
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Olentangy Highlands, Columbus, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available Olentangy Highlands Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Olentangy Highlands area of Columbus, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at 500 - BROAD MEADOWS PLAZA priced from $809. ReVi Columbus North has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $815. Here are the most affordable Olentangy Highlands apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
500 - BROAD MEADOWS PLAZA1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$809
ReVi Columbus NorthThe NestStudio,1BA$815
ReVi Worthington Crossing1Bed - 424sf1BR,1BA$888
Riverlodge Apartments1x1 5501BR,1BA$900
Montgomery CourtOne Bedroom One Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$949
Island ClubSt. Croix2BR,2BA$1,050
Liberty HouseTHE MARCUS1BR,1BA$1,059
Hayden ReserveTHE MARCUS1BR,1BA$1,059
Prescott PlaceThe Foxfire 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,074
Residences at Northgate CrossingThe Worthington1BR,1BA$1,080

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Olentangy Highlands, OH

As of April 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Olentangy Highlands area is the $1.52 price per square foot The Manor Model at Bent Tree Apartments in the in the Riverside Woods neighborhood starting from $1,625. The second greatest value Olentangy Highlands apartment is the B1 Model at TGM Worthington Green starting at $1,399 with a $1.39 price per square foot in the Riverside Woods neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Olentangy Highlands apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Bent Tree ApartmentsThe Manor2BR,2BA$1.52
TGM Worthington GreenB12BR,1BA$1.39
GlenmuirOne Bed Garden1BR,1BA$1.62
Stafford Apartments4972BR,1BA$1.60
Residences at Northgate CrossingThe Worthington1BR,1BA$1.59
Liberty HouseTHE MARCUS1BR,1BA$1.62
Hayden ReserveTHE MARCUS1BR,1BA$1.62
500 - BROAD MEADOWS PLAZA1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.29
Montgomery CourtOne Bedroom One Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$1.65
Riverlodge Apartments1x1 5501BR,1BA$1.64

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Ohio, including Columbus. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Olentangy Highlands Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Olentangy Highlands?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Olentangy Highlands is under $1,080.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Olentangy Highlands?

The cheapest apartment in Olentangy Highlands is 500 - BROAD MEADOWS PLAZA which is listed at $809, while the average apartment in Olentangy Highlands costs $1,879.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Olentangy Highlands?

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 9 regular apartments in Olentangy Highlands 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 Olentangy Highlands?

Cheap apartments in Olentangy Highlands have an average cost of $589 which is $1,290 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Olentangy Highlands.

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