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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
One at the PenninsulaS1-3-100Studio,1BA$1,050
SkyView2 BR, 1 BA - Classic2BR,1BA$1,056

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South End, OH

As of June 19, 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
The Livingston2 Bedrooms2BR,1BA$1.26
SkyView2 BR, 1 BA - Classic2BR,1BA$1.28
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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Frequently Asked Questions about South End

What type of rentals are currently available in South End?

There are currently 185 Apartments for Rent in South End, OH with pricing that ranges from $739 to $7,945. There are also 76 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South End ranging from $840 to $4,750.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South End ranges from $840 to $4,750 with an average monthly rent of $1,920.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South End range from $1,129 to $7,945, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,275 to $3,990. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,675 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,800.

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