
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Columbus Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $300 (27 Rentals)
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Gardenview Flats

Columbus Park Apartments

West Of Eastland

208 Southwood Ave

SkyView
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South Columbus, Columbus, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Columbus?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Columbus Studio Apartments | $821 | $665 | $1,306 |
South Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,097 | $625 | $2,173 |
South Columbus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,460 | $665 | $2,984 |
South Columbus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,425 | $1,025 | $2,200 |
South Columbus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,017 | $1,459 | $4,342 |
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Cheapest Available South Columbus Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Columbus area of Columbus, OH is a Studio unit found at Gardenview Flats priced from $700. Columbus Park Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $739. Here are the most affordable South Columbus apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Gardenview Flats | Your Dream Apartment + 1 Month FREE — Only at G... | Studio,1BA | $700 |
Columbus Park Apartments | The Alum | Studio,1BA | $739 |
West Of Eastland | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $749 |
Winchester Oaks | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $774 |
Lockbourne Greene | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $841 |
Capital Pointe - Woodview | Capp 1B | 1BR,1BA | $876 |
Chatham Village | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
Winchester Park | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $913 |
Juniper Crossing | 1 bdr | 1BR,1BA | $970 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Columbus, OH
As of October 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Columbus area is the $1.09 price per square foot Unit C 4 bedroom TH Model at Madison Grove Townhomes in the in the South Columbus neighborhood starting from $1,459. The second greatest value South Columbus apartment is the 1183 Linwood Ave Model at 1183 Linwood Ave, Unit 1183 Linwood Ave starting at $1,200 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the South Columbus neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Columbus apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Madison Grove Townhomes | Unit C 4 bedroom TH | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.09 |
1183 Linwood Ave, Unit 1183 Linwood Ave | 1183 Linwood Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.00 |
557 E Whittier St, Unit 557 E Whittier St | 557 E Whittier St | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.18 |
Ashley Village | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
Heather Glen Townhomes | 2 Bed, 1 Bath Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
3001 Markham Rd, Unit 3001A | 3001 Markham Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
The Charles at Bexley | One-Bedroom Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
Juniper Crossing | 1 bdr | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
Lockbourne Greene | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
Winchester Oaks | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Columbus Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Columbus?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Columbus is at Gardenview Flats listed at $700.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Columbus Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Columbus Apartment is $750 at Gardenview Flats.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Columbus Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Columbus is starting from $894 at Winchester Oaks.
What is the most affordable South Columbus Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Columbus Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lockbourne Greene and starts from $859.
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