Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Columbus Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $500 (54 Rentals)

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Seton South Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Seton South Apartments

155 Highview BlvdColumbus, OH 43207
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Berwick Grove
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Berwick Grove

3240 Tradan DrColumbus, OH 43232
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Montrose Square
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Montrose Square

2315 Seville AveColumbus, OH 43232
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Elim Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Elim Manor

3180-3200 Elim Manor CtColumbus, OH 43232
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Aries Court
1 Bedroom Apartments

Aries Court

3783 Aries Brook DrColumbus, OH 43207
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Marsh Run
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Marsh Run

2393 Canal Bay WayColumbus, OH 43232
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Fairgate Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Fairgate Apartments

1523 Burstock RdColumbus, OH 43206
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Windmiller Pointe
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Windmiller Pointe

3051 S High StColumbus, OH 43207

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South Columbus, Columbus, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Columbus Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Columbus area of Columbus, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Columbus Park Apartments priced from $789. Winchester Oaks has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $804. Here are the most affordable South Columbus apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Columbus Park ApartmentsThe Milbrook1BR,1BA$789
Winchester OaksOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$804
West Of EastlandOne Bedroom One Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$819
Camellia CourtOne Bedroom (1,1)1BR,1BA$860
Chatham Village1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$899
Fair Oaks Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$900
835 E Mithoff StTwo Beds2BR,1BA$925
SkyView1 BR, 1 BA - Classic1BR,1BA$950
Juniper Crossing1 bdr1BR,1BA$970
Jenkins Lofts1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$988

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Columbus, OH

As of January 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Columbus area is the $1.29 price per square foot 3 Bed, 2 Bath Model at River View at Bexley in the in the South Columbus neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value South Columbus apartment is the 672 Stewart Ave Model at 672 Stewart Ave, Unit 672 Stewart Ave starting at $1,450 with a $1.28 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
River View at Bexley3 Bed, 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.29
672 Stewart Ave, Unit 672 Stewart Ave672 Stewart Ave3BR,1BA$1.28
Riverdale PlazaAspen2BR,1.5BA$1.12
Fair Oaks Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.00
835 E Mithoff StTwo Beds2BR,1BA$1.03
Madison Grove TownhomesUnit A 2 bedroom TH2BR,1.5BA$1.27
Lockbourne GreeneTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.17
Ashley Village2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.30
Heather Glen Townhomes2 Bed, 1 Bath Townhome2BR,1BA$1.16
Juniper Crossing1 bdr1BR,1BA$1.31

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Ohio, including Columbus. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Columbus Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in South Columbus?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Columbus is under $988.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Columbus?

The cheapest apartment in South Columbus is Columbus Park Apartments which is listed at $789, while the average apartment in South Columbus costs $1,799.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Columbus?

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 38 regular apartments in South Columbus 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 Columbus?

Cheap apartments in South Columbus have an average cost of $226 which is $1,573 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Columbus.

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