Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South End Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $600 (50 Rentals)

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1467 E Mound
1 Bedroom Apartments

1467 E Mound

1467 E MoundColumbus, OH 43205
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Lockbourne Greene
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Lockbourne Greene

1840 Lockbourne RdColumbus, OH 43207
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1580 E Mound St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1580 E Mound St

1580 E Mound StColumbus, OH 43205

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The Livingston
2 Bedroom Apartments

The Livingston

1573 E Livingston AveColumbus, OH 43205
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South End, Columbus, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available South End Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South End area of Columbus, OH is a Studio unit found at Columbus Park Apartments priced from $739. Lockbourne Greene has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $904. Here are the most affordable South End apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Columbus Park ApartmentsThe AlumStudio,1BA$739
Lockbourne GreeneTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$904
Jaeger SquareMarinStudio,1BA$1,020
SkyView2 BR, 1 BA - Classic2BR,1BA$1,038
One at the PenninsulaS1-3-100Studio,1BA$1,050
LC RiverSouthS1 - MTNStudio,1BA$1,085
Library ParkS6Studio,1BA$1,145
The Livingston2 Bedrooms2BR,1BA$1,150
The EthanTHEA- ADA Accessible1BR,1BA$1,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South End, OH

As of June 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the South End area is the $0.85 price per square foot 4BR/2.0BA Model at 414-416 E. Whittier St in the in the Downtown Columbus neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value South End apartment is the Townhouse Model at Market Mohawk Apartments starting at $1,780 with a $1.55 price per square foot in the Discovery District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South End apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
414-416 E. Whittier St4BR/2.0BA4BR,2BA$0.85
Market Mohawk ApartmentsTownhouse2BR,1.5BA$1.55
Brewers YardTower1BR,1BA$1.85
SkyView3 BR, 1 BA - Classic3BR,1BA$1.31
The Livingston2 Bedrooms2BR,1BA$1.26
Lockbourne GreeneOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.39
The EthanElla West Skyview1BR,1BA$1.94
Topiary Park CrossingThe Stine1BR,1BA$2.00
LC RiverSouthAshley1BR,1BA$2.15
540 E Beck St, Unit A540 E Beck St1BR,1BA$1.89

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South End, Columbus, OH

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Among neighborhoods in Columbus, OH for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South End Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South End?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South End is at Columbus Park Apartments listed at $739.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South End Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South End Apartment is $879 at Columbus Park Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South End Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South End is starting from $899 at Columbus Park Apartments.

What is the most affordable South End Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap South End Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Columbus Park Apartments and starts from $1,129.

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