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

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35 Broad Meadows Blvd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

35 Broad Meadows Blvd

35 Broad Meadows BlvdColumbus, OH 43214
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Oaks View at 2300
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Oaks View at 2300

2300 Fitzroy Pl SColumbus, OH 43224
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Karl Ferris Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Karl Ferris Apartments

1541 Ferris RdColumbus, OH 43224
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Arborwood Townhomes
2 Bedroom Apartments

Arborwood Townhomes

5778 Arborwood CtColumbus, OH 43229
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540 - KARL PLAZA
1 Bedroom Apartments

540 - KARL PLAZA

3978 Karl RdColumbus, OH 43224
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Oak Tree Village
2 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Tree Village

2200 Walford LnColumbus, OH 43224
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Lodge Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lodge Apartments

1771 Red Robin RdColumbus, OH 43229
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Salem Village, Columbus, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available Salem Village Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Salem Village area of Columbus, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Center Court Apartments priced from $635. Worthington Terrace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable Salem Village apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Center Court Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$635
Worthington TerracePlan A1BR,1BA$750
The Continent VillageThe Palermo1BR,1BA$799
Worthington Court II1x11BR,1BA$799
Village CourtLove Where You Live – Modern Finishes, Roomy La...1BR,1BA$799
Victoria VillageMove-In Special: Space, Savings & Style - Get 1...1BR,1BA$800
Phoenix Point TownhomesSplash Into Savings – reimbursed application fe...1BR,1BA$800
540 - KARL PLAZA1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$815
East Townhomes and Apartments1 Bed GA1BR,1BA$835
Kings Highlands1BD - Kings Classic1BR,1BA$845

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Salem Village, OH

As of July 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Salem Village area is the $0.77 price per square foot 2 BDRM Model at Northern Place Townhomes in the in the Northland neighborhood starting from $1,209. The second greatest value Salem Village apartment is the 2 Bedroom Townhome Model at North Eden Townhomes starting at $1,499 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the North East Columbus neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Salem Village apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Northern Place Townhomes2 BDRM2BR,1.5BA$0.77
North Eden Townhomes2 Bedroom Townhome2BR,1.5BA$1.17
Ambleside CommonsTownhome with Finished Basement2BR,1BA$1.24
4944 - 4958 Arbor Village Dr49462BR,1BA$1.25
Eden Brooke Townhomes2 Bedroom Townhome2BR,1BA$1.17
Bluff Gardens ApartmentsLive Bigger in a Townhome-Style Apartment You’l...2BR,1BA$1.17
Worthington TerraceTown House2BR,1.5BA$1.25
Center Court Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.85
Trinity Square ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Garden2BR,1BA$1.24
Victoria VillageMove-In Special: Space, Savings & Style - Get 1...1BR,1BA$1.18

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Salem Village, Columbus, OH

Ranked #61

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in areas across the United States including Salem Village, Columbus, and the greater Columbus area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendly amenities, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Salem Village Neighborhood in Columbus, OH

Walk Score®

53 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

47 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

31 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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 Salem Village Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Salem Village?

The cheapest apartment in Salem Village is Center Court Apartments which is listed at $635, while the average apartment in Salem Village costs $2,052.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Salem Village?

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 18 regular apartments in Salem Village 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 Salem Village?

Cheap apartments in Salem Village have an average cost of $111 which is $1,941 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Salem Village.

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