Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Shady Lane Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $500 (76 Rentals)

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Autumn Chase
$875 - $1,350
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Autumn Chase

5596 Autumn Chase DrColumbus, OH 43232
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Yearling Plaza
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Yearling Plaza

151 S Yearling RdColumbus, OH 43213
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Berwick Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

Berwick Gardens

3680-3688 E Livingston AveColumbus, OH 43227
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Eastway Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Eastway Village

4237 E Broad StColumbus, OH 43213
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Montrose Square
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Montrose Square

2315 Seville AveColumbus, OH 43232
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Elaine Park Drive
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Elaine Park Drive

4039-4062 Elaine Park DrColumbus, OH 43227
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Livingston Commons
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Livingston Commons

1410 Livingston CtColumbus, OH 43227
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Colonial East Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Colonial East Apartments

4229 E Broad StColumbus, OH 43213
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Oak Village
1 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Village

1756 McNaughten RdColumbus, OH 43232
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Marsh Run
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Marsh Run

2393 Canal Bay WayColumbus, OH 43232
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Find your next budget-friendly apartment in Columbus, OH. Discover neighborhoods like Clintonville and Near East Side, offering short commutes and a great renter lifestyle near major job centers.

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Shady Lane, Columbus, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available Shady Lane Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Shady Lane area of Columbus, OH is a Studio unit found at Ashford Hills priced from $699. Villages at Eden Crossing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $749. Here are the most affordable Shady Lane apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Ashford HillsStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$699
Villages at Eden CrossingNook1BR,1BA$749
East Broad PlazaAspenStudio,1BA$750
Cornerstone CrossingStudioStudio,1BA$799
Mason RunMasr 1A1BR,1BA$829
Chelsea Townhomes1 Bedroom Garden1BR,1BA$839
StonecrestThe Crest1BR,1BA$839
The Flats on Kimberly1 BR - Premium1BR,1BA$875
Autumn ChaseStudioStudio,1BA$875
Revi Columbus EastStudioStudio,1BA$898

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shady Lane, OH

As of May 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shady Lane area is the $0.96 price per square foot Maple Model at McNaughten Woods Townhomes in the in the Eastland neighborhood starting from $1,960. The second greatest value Shady Lane apartment is the 2 bed Model at Crosscreek Apartments and Townhomes starting at $995 with a $0.59 price per square foot in the Eastland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shady Lane apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
McNaughten Woods TownhomesMaple2BR,2.5BA$0.96
Crosscreek Apartments and Townhomes2 bed2BR,1.5BA$0.59
Parkhill Luxury ApartmentsChestnut3BR,2BA$1.29
Mason RunMasr 3A3BR,1BA$1.17
Colonial Park2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath, 976 Sq Ft, Finished Basement2BR,1.5BA$1.26
Napa TownhomesMaple2BR,1.5BA$1.24
HIBERNIAThe Edenberry1BR,1BA$1.21
Cherryblossom WayBritton Plus2BR,1.5BA$1.25
Ashley Village2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.30
StonecrestThe Crest1BR,1BA$1.26

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities across the United States and customized analysis for East Columbus. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Shady Lane Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Shady Lane?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Shady Lane is at Ashford Hills listed at $699.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Shady Lane Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Shady Lane Apartment is $749 at Villages at Eden Crossing.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Shady Lane is starting from $899 at Eden of Whitehall.

What is the most affordable Shady Lane Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Shady Lane Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Eden of Whitehall and starts from $999.

Expert Rental Resources

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