Cheap Homes for Rent in South Columbus Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $500 (34 Rentals)

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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 2 Beds unit found at Jenkins Lofts priced from $506. Winchester Oaks has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $665. Here are the most affordable South Columbus apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Jenkins Lofts2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$506
Winchester OaksStudioStudio,1BA$665
Gardenview FlatsYour Dream Apartment + 1 Month FREE — Only at G...Studio,1BA$700
West Of EastlandOne Bedroom One Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$774
Columbus Park ApartmentsThe Milbrook1BR,1BA$789
Lockbourne GreeneOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$841
Chatham Village1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$899
Winchester ParkB12BR,1BA$923
Juniper Crossing1 bdr1BR,1BA$970

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Columbus, OH

As of November 04, 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Madison Grove TownhomesUnit C 4 bedroom TH4BR,2.5BA$1.09
1183 Linwood Ave, Unit 1183 Linwood Ave1183 Linwood Ave3BR,1BA$1.00
557 E Whittier St, Unit 557 E Whittier St557 E Whittier St2BR,1.5BA$1.18
SkyView3 BR, 1 BA - Classic3BR,1BA$1.13
Riverdale PlazaAspen2BR,1.5BA$1.09
Winchester ParkB22BR,2BA$1.25
Elk Run Villas2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.25
Heather Glen Townhomes2 Bed, 1 Bath Townhome2BR,1BA$1.16
3001 Markham Rd, Unit 3001A3001 Markham Rd2BR,1BA$1.12
Lockbourne GreeneOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.22

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South Columbus, Columbus, OH

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Columbus

What type of rentals are currently available in South Columbus?

There are currently 221 Apartments for Rent in South Columbus, OH with pricing that ranges from $625 to $4,485. There are also 122 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Columbus ranging from $575 to $3,990.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Columbus?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Columbus ranges from $575 to $3,990 with an average monthly rent of $1,700.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Columbus?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Columbus range from $1,025 to $2,100, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,225 to $3,990. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,459.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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