
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverbend Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $535 (19 Rentals)
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Rocky Creek Apartments

1029 Binns Blvd

1726 River Bend Rd

Newbridge Commons

The Reserve at Parkwick
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Raccoon Creek Apartments

Alkire Glen

3714 Arnelle Rd

Avalon Oaks Apartments

Retreat At Scioto Creek

Alkire Meadows
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2633 Red Rock Blvd
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Riverbend, Columbus, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riverbend?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverbend 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,287 | $799 | $2,416 |
| Riverbend 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,398 | $930 | $2,793 |
| Riverbend 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,080 | $1,499 | $3,318 |
| Riverbend 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,655 | $1,655 | $1,655 |
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There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Riverbend Neighborhood of Columbus, OH.
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Cheapest Available Riverbend Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Riverbend area of Columbus, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Newbridge Commons priced from $985. Raccoon Creek Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $990. Here are the most affordable Riverbend apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newbridge Commons | 1 Bedroom 3rd Floor | 1BR,1BA | $985 |
| Raccoon Creek Apartments | The Acorn | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
| The Reserve at Parkwick | 1BR - Reserve at Parkwick | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
| Rocky Creek Apartments | 2 Bedroom Flat | 2BR,1BA | $1,049 |
| Retreat At Scioto Creek | Income-Restricted One Bedroom (60% AMI) | 1BR,1BA | $1,119 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverbend, OH
As of August 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Riverbend area is the $1.41 price per square foot Kingston Model at Avalon Oaks Apartments in the in the Greater Hilltop neighborhood starting from $1,404. The second greatest value Riverbend apartment is the 2 Bedroom Flat Model at Rocky Creek Apartments starting at $1,049 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the West Columbus neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riverbend apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avalon Oaks Apartments | Kingston | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Rocky Creek Apartments | 2 Bedroom Flat | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Newbridge Commons | 1 Bedroom 2nd Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Alkire Glen | San Diego | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Retreat At Scioto Creek | Income-Restricted One Bedroom (60% AMI) | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Alkire Meadows | The Alum | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| The Reserve at Parkwick | 1BR - Reserve at Parkwick | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Raccoon Creek Apartments | The Acorn | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riverbend Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Riverbend?
The cheapest apartment in Riverbend is Newbridge Commons which is listed at $985, while the average apartment in Riverbend costs $1,196.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Riverbend?
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 10 regular apartments in Riverbend that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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