Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Southern Columbus Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $500 (37 Rentals)

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Seton South Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Seton South Apartments

155 Highview BlvdColumbus, OH 43207
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Parsons Village West
2 Bedroom Apartments

Parsons Village West

1854 S Washington AveColumbus, OH 43207
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Elim Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Elim Manor

3180-3200 Elim Manor CtColumbus, OH 43232
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Aries Court
1 Bedroom Apartments

Aries Court

3783 Aries Brook DrColumbus, OH 43207
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Marsh Run
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Marsh Run

2393 Canal Bay WayColumbus, OH 43232
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Fair Oaks Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Fair Oaks Apartments

1683 Smith RdColumbus, OH 43207
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Hendron Park
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hendron Park

5135 Hendron RdGroveport, OH 43125
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Chartwell Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Chartwell Apartments

3683 Chartridge DrCanal Winchester, OH 43110
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STRATFORD EAST
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

STRATFORD EAST

3401 Quinlan BlvdCanal Winchester, OH 43110
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Outer Southern Columbus, Columbus, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available Outer Southern Columbus Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer Southern Columbus area of Columbus, OH is a Studio unit found at SUMMER REDUCED RENT - Independence Village priced from $680. Crosscreek Apartments and Townhomes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $695. Here are the most affordable Outer Southern Columbus apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
SUMMER REDUCED RENT - Independence VillageStudio - Independence VillageStudio,1BA$680
Crosscreek Apartments and Townhomes1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$695
Gardenview FlatsYour Dream Apartment + 1 Month FREE — Only at G...Studio,1BA$700
The Flats on KimberlyStudio - PremiumStudio,1BA$700
Columbus Park ApartmentsThe AlumStudio,1BA$739
The Life at Edgewater LandingMAPLE1BR,1BA$809
Capital Pointe - WoodviewCapp 1B1BR,1BA$824
Clear Stone Place1x11BR,1BA$867
Lakeshore Cove1x1.5 TH Classic w/planking1BR,1BA$875
Commons At Waters Edge1 Bed 1 Bath Premium1BR,1BA$877

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Southern Columbus, OH

As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Outer Southern Columbus area is the $0.92 price per square foot 4 Bedroom Model at Ashley Village in the in the South Columbus neighborhood starting from $1,585. The second greatest value Outer Southern Columbus apartment is the 409 E Markison Ave Model at 409 E Markison Ave, Unit C starting at $1,350 with a $0.79 price per square foot in the South Columbus neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer Southern Columbus apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Ashley Village4 Bedroom4BR,3BA$0.92
409 E Markison Ave, Unit C409 E Markison Ave3BR,1BA$0.79
Steeplechase VillageThree Bedroom Townhome3BR,1.5BA$0.98
Park Trails Apartments3/2.53BR,2.5BA$1.20
Countryview East Apartments2 Beds, 1.5 baths2BR,1.5BA$1.13
AspireRocky Fork2BR,2BA$1.23
Chatham Village2 Bedroom Townhome2BR,1BA$1.24
Winchester Lakes Apartments2 bed 1 bath garden2BR,1BA$1.15
Heather Glen Townhomes2 Bed, 1 Bath Townhome2BR,1BA$1.16
Crosscreek Apartments and Townhomes1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$0.92

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Outer Southern Columbus, Columbus, OH

Ranked #28

Among cities in Ohio for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Ohio, including Columbus. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for easy access to the parks, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendly amenities, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Outer Southern Columbus Neighborhood in Columbus, OH

Walk Score®

28 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

35 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

11 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer Southern Columbus Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Outer Southern Columbus?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Outer Southern Columbus is under $877.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Outer Southern Columbus?

The cheapest apartment in Outer Southern Columbus is Crosscreek Apartments and Townhomes which is listed at $695, while the average apartment in Outer Southern Columbus costs $1,805.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Outer Southern 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 20 regular apartments in Outer Southern 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 Outer Southern Columbus?

Cheap apartments in Outer Southern Columbus have an average cost of $155 which is $1,650 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Outer Southern Columbus.

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