
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Alum Creek Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $541 (36 Rentals)
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Columbus Park Apartments

1949 Parsons Ave

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Aries Court

3011 Markham Rd

3011 Markham Rd, Unit D

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187 Currier Dr, Unit D

187 Currier Dr

1617 Smith Rd
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218-222 Hinkle Ave

1679 Smith Rd

Indian Mound

The Lofton

1799-1801-1801 S 5th St

Madison Grove Townhomes

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Timbercreek

1724 S 4th St

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2405 7th St

78 E Barthman Ave

1756 Bruck St

Seton South Apartments

Garden View Flats

Indian Meadows Apartments

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Windmiller Pointe
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Fair Oaks Apartments

667 E Woodrow Ave

Parsons Village East Senior Apartments

128 Benfield Ave

1249 Evergreen Rd

1059 Lawrence Dr

1662 Hillcrest Ave

Buckstone Flats

The Orchards Apartments
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South Alum Creek, Columbus, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Alum Creek?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Alum Creek Studio Apartments | $754 | $650 | $789 |
| South Alum Creek 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,028 | $799 | $1,335 |
| South Alum Creek 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,340 | $899 | $1,510 |
| South Alum Creek 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,414 | $1,129 | $1,920 |
| South Alum Creek 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,781 | $1,499 | $2,484 |
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Cheapest Available South Alum Creek Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Alum Creek area of Columbus, OH is a Studio unit found at Columbus Park Apartments priced from $789. The Lofton has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,099. Here are the most affordable South Alum Creek apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus Park Apartments | The Alum | Studio,1BA | $789 |
| The Lofton | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Indian Mound | 2-Bed, 1-Bath Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1,119 |
| Madison Grove Townhomes | Unit A 2 bedroom TH | 2BR,1BA | $1,172 |
| The Orchards Apartments | C1 Sandusky | 2BR,2BA | $1,295 |
| Millstone Lakes Apartments | Garden | 2BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| Parsons Village East Senior Apartments | A2 | 2BR,1BA | $1,331 |
| Timbercreek | Cedar Brook | 2BR,1BA | $1,372 |
| Buckstone Flats | 2 Bed 2 Bath Braxton | 2BR,2BA | $1,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Alum Creek, OH
As of August 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Alum Creek area is the $1.49 price per square foot Capewood Model at Redwood Obetz in the in the South Columbus neighborhood starting from $2,407. The second greatest value South Alum Creek apartment is the D1 Model at The Lofton starting at $2,484 with a $2.05 price per square foot in the South Columbus neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Alum Creek apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redwood Obetz | Capewood | 2BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| The Lofton | D1 | 4BR,2BA | $2.05 |
| Buckstone Flats | 2 Bed 2 Bath Xander | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Indian Mound | 3-Bed, 1-1/2-Bath Townhome | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.32 |
| Millstone Lakes Apartments | Garden | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| The Orchards Apartments | C1 Sandusky | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| Parsons Village East Senior Apartments | A2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Madison Grove Townhomes | Unit A 2 bedroom TH | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.31 |
| Timbercreek | Cedar Brook Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| 187 Currier Dr, Unit D | 187 Currier Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Alum Creek Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Alum Creek?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Alum Creek is under $1,500.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Alum Creek?
The cheapest apartment in South Alum Creek is Columbus Park Apartments which is listed at $799, while the average apartment in South Alum Creek costs $1,356.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Alum Creek?
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 8 regular apartments in South Alum Creek 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 South Alum Creek?
Cheap apartments in South Alum Creek have an average cost of $349 which is $1,007 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Alum Creek.
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