Cheap Homes for Rent in the Outer Southern Columbus Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $899 (11 Rentals)

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property at 3011 Markham Rd

$899

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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3011 Markham Rd, Unit D

3011 Markham Rd
ColumbusOH43207
property at 362 E Markison Ave

$1,100

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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362 E Markison Ave

ColumbusOH43207

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property at 3445 Beachworth Dr

$1,200

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2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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3445 Beachworth Dr

ColumbusOH43232
property at 3411 Clarkston Ave

$1,399

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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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3411 Clarkston Ave

ColumbusOH43232

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Cheapest Available Outer Southern Columbus Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer Southern Columbus area of Columbus, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Crosscreek Apartments and Townhomes priced from $695. The Retreat at Walnut Creek has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $733. Here are the most affordable Outer Southern Columbus apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Crosscreek Apartments and Townhomes1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$695
The Retreat at Walnut Creek1 Bed 1 Bath Premium1BR,1BA$733
AmesburyStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$736
Olde Cape Colony1x11BR,1BA$759
George's Creek Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$778

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Southern Columbus, OH

As of September 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer Southern Columbus area is the $0.98 price per square foot Three Bedroom Townhome Model at Steeplechase Village in the in the Outer Southern Columbus neighborhood starting from $1,275. The second greatest value Outer Southern Columbus apartment is the 3/2.5 Model at Park Trails Apartments starting at $1,475 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the Southeast Canal Winchester 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.
Steeplechase VillageThree Bedroom Townhome3BR,1.5BA$0.98
Park Trails Apartments3/2.53BR,2.5BA$1.14
Countryview East Apartments3 Beds, 2.5 baths3BR,2.5BA$1.09
Canal's Edge ApartmentsCTH2BR,2.5BA$1.17
Ashbrook Run ApartmentsEagle2BR,2BA$1.15
George's Creek Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$0.89
Ashley Village2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.16
409-419 Welch (EEL)2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.15
187 Currier Dr, Unit D187 Currier Dr2BR,1BA$1.12
Crosscreek Apartments and Townhomes1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$0.92

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Frequently Asked Questions about Outer Southern Columbus

What type of rentals are currently available in Outer Southern Columbus?

There are currently 204 Apartments for Rent in Outer Southern Columbus, OH with pricing that ranges from $625 to $8,409. There are also 91 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Outer Southern Columbus ranging from $899 to $3,495.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Outer Southern Columbus?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Outer Southern Columbus ranges from $899 to $3,495 with an average monthly rent of $1,872.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Outer Southern Columbus?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Outer Southern Columbus range from $900 to $8,409, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,399 to $3,495. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,843 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $999.

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