
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Olentangy Highlands Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $500 (43 Rentals)
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150 - SAWMILL PLACE

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7376 Bride Water Blvd

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1578 Worthington Row Dr

1600 Worthington Row Dr

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1683 Park Village Dr

7326 Bride Water Blvd

1918 Slaton Ct

2130 Bentwood Cir

35 Broad Meadows Blvd

Worthington Terrace

500 - BROAD MEADOWS PLAZA

Residences at Northgate Crossing
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Spring Leaf Place

Montgomery Court

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Bent Tree Apartments

309 Schrock Rd, Unit 309

North Street

Stafford Apartments

Granby Place
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111 E Selby Blvd

Simsbury Place
Olentangy Highlands, Columbus, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Olentangy Highlands?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olentangy Highlands Studio Apartments | $1,182 | $835 | $2,468 |
| Olentangy Highlands 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,365 | $695 | $2,015 |
| Olentangy Highlands 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,620 | $795 | $2,613 |
| Olentangy Highlands 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,966 | $1,050 | $3,300 |
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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 $835. Here are the most affordable Olentangy Highlands apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 500 - BROAD MEADOWS PLAZA | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $809 |
| ReVi Columbus North | The Nest | Studio,1BA | $835 |
| Montgomery Court | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| ReVi Worthington Crossing | Studio - Coming Soon! | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| Residences at Northgate Crossing | The Worthington | 1BR,1BA | $1,105 |
| Stafford House | Dartford | 1BR,1BA | $1,171 |
| Central Park Apartment Homes | Olmstead | 1BR,1BA | $1,215 |
| TGM Meadow View | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,215 |
| Island Club | Tahiti | 1BR,1BA | $1,216 |
| Allston Pointe | THE ALUM | 1BR,1BA | $1,220 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Olentangy Highlands, OH
As of July 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Olentangy Highlands area is the $1.55 price per square foot The Manor Model at Bent Tree Apartments in the in the Riverside Woods neighborhood starting from $1,665. The second greatest value Olentangy Highlands apartment is the 1466 Worthington Row Drive Model at 1466 Worthington Row Drive starting at $1,295 with a $1.23 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bent Tree Apartments | The Manor | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| 1466 Worthington Row Drive | 1466 Worthington Row Drive | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.23 |
| Glenmuir | Two Bed Garden | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.56 |
| Saw Mill Village Apartments | A1 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| TGM Worthington Green | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Residences at Northgate Crossing | The Worthington | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Prescott Place | The Foxfire Renovated 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Stafford House | Dartford | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Liberty House | THE MARCUS | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| 500 - BROAD MEADOWS PLAZA | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
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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 $1,220.
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 $1,877.
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 1 regular apartments in Olentangy Highlands that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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