
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Columbus Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $300 (26 Rentals)
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Gardenview Flats

1949 Parsons Ave

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1938-1938.5-19385 S Washington Ave
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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 | $752 | $665 | $1,203 |
South Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,076 | $625 | $1,859 |
South Columbus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,558 | $665 | $2,984 |
South Columbus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,631 | $1,025 | $3,330 |
South Columbus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,907 | $1,546 | $9,660 |
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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 Winchester Oaks priced from $665. Gardenview Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $700. 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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Winchester Oaks | Studio | Studio,1BA | $665 |
Gardenview Flats | Taco ‘Bout a Deal at Gardenview Flats! | Studio,1BA | $700 |
Columbus Park Apartments | The Alum | Studio,1BA | $739 |
Mason Run | Masr 0A | Studio,1BA | $762 |
Lockbourne Greene | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $770 |
Capital Pointe - Woodview | Capp 1B | 1BR,1BA | $809 |
Chatham Village | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
SkyView | 1 BR, 1 BA - Classic | 1BR,1BA | $928 |
Ashley Village | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
The Charles at Bexley | One-Bedroom Garden | 1BR,1BA | $989 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Columbus, OH
As of June 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Columbus area is the $1.15 price per square foot Unit C 4 bedroom TH Model at Madison Grove Townhomes in the in the South Columbus neighborhood starting from $1,546. The second greatest value South Columbus apartment is the Forestwood Model at Redwood Obetz starting at $1,799 with a $1.39 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 | $1.15 |
Redwood Obetz | Forestwood | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
The Charles at Bexley | Two-Bedroom Garden | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.38 |
Riverdale Plaza | Aspen | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.09 |
Ashley Village | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
Heather Glen Townhomes | 2 Bed, 1 Bath Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
Timbercreek | Cedar Brook | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
Lockbourne Greene | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
Capital Pointe - Woodview | Capp 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
Mason Run | Masr 0A | Studio ,1BA | $1.22 |
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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 Winchester Oaks listed at $665.
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 $899 at Columbus Park Apartments.
What is the most affordable South Columbus Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Columbus Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Columbus Park Apartments and starts from $1,129.
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