Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Salem Village Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $400 (25 Rentals)

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Oaks View at 2300
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Oaks View at 2300

2300 Fitzroy Pl SColumbus, OH 43224
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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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Arborwood Townhomes
2 Bedroom Apartments

Arborwood Townhomes

5778 Arborwood CtColumbus, OH 43229
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Karl Ferris Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Karl Ferris Apartments

1541 Ferris RdColumbus, OH 43224
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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 2 Beds unit found at Stafford Apartments priced from $725. Essington Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $729. Here are the most affordable Salem Village apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Stafford Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$725
Essington VillageStudioStudio,1BA$729
East Townhomes and Apartments1 Bed GA1BR,1BA$749
Worthington TerracePlan A1BR,1BA$750
Village Court Apartments1 Bedroom at Village Court Apartments1BR,1BA$780

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Salem Village, OH

As of January 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Salem Village area is the $0.94 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Townhome - Renovated Model at Northgate on Sharon in the in the North East Columbus neighborhood starting from $1,475. The second greatest value Salem Village apartment is the 2BR/1.5BA Model at Summit Park Apartments starting at $1,425 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the Northland 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.
Northgate on Sharon2 Bedroom Townhome - Renovated2BR,1.5BA$0.94
Summit Park Apartments2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$1.14
Sharon Green Townhomes2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.98
Maple Valley ApartmentsWater/Sewer/Trash Included2BR,1BA$0.84
Oak Tree VillageOak Tree - 2 Bed 1 Bath Garden2BR,1BA$0.87
Trinity Square ApartmentsUpstairs Townhome2BR,1.5BA$1.11
Devonshire Commons (930)Townhome2BR,1.5BA$1.02
York Terrace North2 BED 1.5 BATH2BR,1.5BA$1.10
Stafford Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$0.97
Center Court Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.07

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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.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Salem Village Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Salem Village?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Salem Village is under $844.

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

The cheapest apartment in Salem Village is East Townhomes and Apartments which is listed at $749, while the average apartment in Salem Village costs $2,059.

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 39 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 $107 which is $1,952 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Salem Village.

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