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Winchester Oaks
3660 Farthing LnColumbus, OH 43232
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2143 Winslow DrColumbus, OH 43207
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2233 Courtside DrColumbus, OH 43232
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22 E Welch AveColumbus, OH 43207
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3783 Aries Brook DrColumbus, OH 43207
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3835 Beth Ann DrColumbus, OH 43207
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2315 Muirwood DrColumbus, OH 43232
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1755 S 20th StColumbus, OH 43207
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2600 Petzinger RdColumbus, OH 43209
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2500 Waters Edge BlvdColumbus, OH 43209
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The Charles at Bexley
2765 Coldstream LnColumbus, OH 43209
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3444 Winchester Bend DrColumbus, OH 43232
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3939 Rosland DrColumbus, OH 43207
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1708 Creeksedge DrColumbus, OH 43209
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2272 Sunshine PlColumbus, OH 43232
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2800 Booty DrColumbus, OH 43207
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Timbercreek
3264 Green Meadows StColumbus, OH 43207
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112 Hanford St, Unit a
112 Hanford StColumbus, OH 43206
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4133 Parkviewlake DrColumbus, OH 43207
697 Reinhard Ave
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55 Fornof RdColumbus, OH 43207
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The Barrett
345 E Deshler AveColumbus, OH 43206
1686 Smith Rd
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Seton South Apartments
155 Highview BlvdColumbus, OH 43207
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Clover Garden Apartments
2229 Durant AveColumbus, OH 43232
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Reserve at Capital Pointe
3153-3191 Easthaven Dr SColumbus, OH 43232
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3240 Tradan DrColumbus, OH 43232
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3180-3200 Elim Manor CtColumbus, OH 43232
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1316 Marion RdColumbus, OH 43207
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Montrose Square
2315 Seville AveColumbus, OH 43232
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4050 Southpoint BlvdColumbus, OH 43207
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3750 Kimberly West Dr NColumbus, OH 43232
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Highview Place Apartments
244 Highview LndgColumbus, OH 43207
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Columbus?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Columbus Studio Apartments | $798 | $695 | $1,194 |
| South Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,142 | $625 | $2,324 |
| South Columbus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,532 | $665 | $3,004 |
| South Columbus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,628 | $1,025 | $3,227 |
| South Columbus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,528 | $1,571 | $7,263 |
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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 $695. 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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| Winchester Oaks | Studio | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| Columbus Park Apartments | The Alum | Studio,1BA | $739 |
| Mason Run | Masr 1A | 1BR,1BA | $823 |
| 65-75 Moler St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Camellia Court | One Bedroom (1,1) | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Chatham Village | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Capital Pointe - Woodview | Capp 1B | 1BR,1BA | $914 |
| 835 E Mithoff St | Two Beds | 2BR,1BA | $925 |
| SkyView | 1 BR, 1 BA - Classic | 1BR,1BA | $941 |
| Heather Glen Townhomes | 2 Bed, 1 Bath Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Columbus, OH
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Columbus area is the $1.15 price per square foot Unit B 3 bedroom TH Model at Madison Grove Townhomes in the in the South Columbus neighborhood starting from $1,356. The second greatest value South Columbus apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Jenkins Lofts starting at $1,458 with a $1.26 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 B 3 bedroom TH | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.15 |
| Jenkins Lofts | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.26 |
| 672 Stewart Ave, Unit 672 Stewart Ave | 672 Stewart Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Indian Mound | 3-Bed, 1-1/2-Bath Townhome | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.32 |
| Mason Run | Masr 3A | 3BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Riverdale Plaza | Aspen | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.32 |
| 835 E Mithoff St | Two Beds | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Lockbourne Greene | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Ashley Village | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Heather Glen Townhomes | 2 Bed, 1 Bath Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
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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 $999.
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 $1,732.
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 8 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 $365 which is $1,367 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Columbus.
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