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$845 - $1,8621 to 5 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
SkyView
1755 S 20th StColumbus, OH 43207
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321 E Livingston Ave, Unit Apt. B
321 E Livingston AveColumbus, OH 43215
1414 E Columbus St
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835 E Mithoff St
835 E Mithoff StColumbus, OH 43206
866-868-868 Ellsworth Ave
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528 Lilley Ave
528 Lilley AveColumbus, OH 43205
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840 E Whittier St
840 E Whittier StColumbus, OH 43206
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521-523-523 Cline St
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751 E Mithoff St
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$1,045 - $1,1801 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Americana Apartments
370 S Fifth StColumbus, OH 43215
221-223 E Livingston Ave
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833 Lilley Ave
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362 E Markison Ave
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$1,149 - $3,000Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 22
The Arbor
626 Lehman StColumbus, OH 43206
798 E Whittier St
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1538 E Livingston Ave
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$1,161 - $1,7991 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 1
ELEVATE 340
340 E Fulton StColumbus, OH 43215
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Jaeger Square
850 Jaeger StColumbus, OH 43206
565-567-567 E Deshler Ave
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Market Mohawk Apartments
399 S Grant AveColumbus, OH 43215
850-852 E Livingston Ave
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$1,2451 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
112 Hanford St, Unit b
112 Hanford StColumbus, OH 43206
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112 Hanford St, Unit a
112 Hanford StColumbus, OH 43206
1288 Oakwood Ave
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1415 Gault St
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808-810-810 Reinhard Ave
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775-777-777 S 17th St
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1467 E Mound
1467 E MoundColumbus, OH 43205
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The Livingston
1573 E Livingston AveColumbus, OH 43205
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Lockbourne Greene
1836 Lockbourne RdColumbus, OH 43207
987 Lilley Ave
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1072 Forest St
1072 Forest StColumbus, OH 43206
347 1/2 E Welch Ave
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1048 Berkeley Rd
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The Residences At Career Gateway
755 E Whittier StColumbus, OH 43206
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1580 E Mound St
1580 E Mound StColumbus, OH 43205
1026 Ellsworth Ave
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672 E Mithoff St
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1401 Lockbourne Rd
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810 Reinhard Ave
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1116-1122 Cole St
1116-1122 Cole StColumbus, OH 43205
1239 S Champion Ave
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1339 Mooberry St
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South End, Columbus, OH Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South End?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South End Studio Apartments | $1,193 | $845 | $1,400 |
| South End 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,527 | $799 | $4,565 |
| South End 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,075 | $845 | $10,000+ |
| South End 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,740 | $1,180 | $3,025 |
| South End 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,924 | $2,800 | $5,048 |
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Cheapest Available South End Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the South End area of Columbus, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at The Livingston priced from $750. 835 E Mithoff St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $925. Here are the most affordable South End apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Livingston | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| 835 E Mithoff St | Two Beds | 2BR,1BA | $925 |
| Lockbourne Greene | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| The Americana Apartments | 1BR Ren | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| SkyView | 3 BR, 1 BA - Original | 3BR,1BA | $1,180 |
| 1116-1122 Cole St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| The Barrett | Jaeger | 1BR,1BA | $1,394 |
| Market Mohawk Apartments | Designer Flat | 2BR,1BA | $1,499 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South End, OH
As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the South End area is the $1.68 price per square foot 3 Bed Model at 365 Frebis Ave in the in the South Columbus neighborhood starting from $3,025. The second greatest value South End apartment is the 814 Kelton Ave Model at 814 Kelton Ave, Unit 814 Kelton ave starting at $1,550 with a $1.41 price per square foot in the Olde Towne East neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South End apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 365 Frebis Ave | 3 Bed | 3BR,3.5BA | $1.68 |
| 814 Kelton Ave, Unit 814 Kelton ave | 814 Kelton Ave | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.41 |
| 1116-1122 Cole St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| SkyView | 3 BR, 1 BA - Classic | 3BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Market Mohawk Apartments | Flat w/ Balcony | 2BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| 835 E Mithoff St | Two Beds | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Lockbourne Greene | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| The Livingston | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| The Barrett | Jaeger | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| The Americana Apartments | 1BR Ren | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South End Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South End Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South End Apartment is $750 at The Livingston.
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 $925 at 835 E Mithoff St.
What is the most affordable South End Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South End Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lockbourne Greene and starts from $1,059.
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