Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverlea Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $500 (20 Rentals)

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Where to Rent in Columbus: Mapping Major Employers to Affordable Neighborhoods

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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
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

500 - BROAD MEADOWS PLAZA

200 Broadmeadows BlvdColumbus, OH 43214
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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Worthington Towers
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Worthington Towers

5353 N High StColumbus, OH 43214
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Stafford Village
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Stafford Village

794-838 Hartford StColumbus, OH 43085
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Proprietors Point
2 Bedroom Apartments

Proprietors Point

474-490 E North StColumbus, OH 43085
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Simsbury Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Simsbury Place

805 Proprietors RdWorthington, OH 43085
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835 Proprietors Rd
2 Bedroom Apartments

835 Proprietors Rd

835 Proprietors RdWorthington, OH 43085

Welcome to Columbus: An Insider's Guide to Ohio's Best-Kept Secret

Discover Columbus, OH, a city of attractive urban vitality and affordable living. Get the insider scoop on nightlife, arts, parks, and low rental prices from a local expert.

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Stafford Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Stafford Apartments

467-507 E Stafford AveWorthington, OH 43085
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Riverlea, Columbus, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available Riverlea Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
500 - BROAD MEADOWS PLAZA1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$809
The Poste at Sinclair1bd1BR,1BA$1,019

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverlea, OH

As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Riverlea area is the $1.42 price per square foot 2bd Model at The Poste at Sinclair in the in the Forest Park neighborhood starting from $1,199. The second greatest value Riverlea apartment is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at 500 - BROAD MEADOWS PLAZA starting at $809 with a $1.29 price per square foot in the Lakes of Worthington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riverlea apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Poste at Sinclair2bd2BR,1BA$1.42
500 - BROAD MEADOWS PLAZA1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.29

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riverlea Apartments

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Riverlea Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Riverlea is starting from $1,199 at The Poste at Sinclair.

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