Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South of Main Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $600 (8 Rentals)

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FRANCIS HOUSE
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

FRANCIS HOUSE

1640 E Mound StColumbus, OH 43205
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1467 E Mound
1 Bedroom Apartments

1467 E Mound

1467 E MoundColumbus, OH 43205
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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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Fairwood Commons
2 Bedroom Apartments

Fairwood Commons

1774 E Main StColumbus, OH 43205
Senior Living
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The Livingston
2 Bedroom Apartments

The Livingston

1573 E Livingston AveColumbus, OH 43205
Senior Living
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537-553 E Seymour Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

537-553 E Seymour Ave

537-553 E Seymour AveColumbus, OH 43205
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Seymour Arms
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Seymour Arms

1635-1645 E Mound StColumbus, OH 43205

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South of Main, Columbus, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available South of Main Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Fairwood Commons2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$963
The Livingston2 Bedrooms2BR,1BA$1,150

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South of Main, OH

As of June 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the South of Main area is the $0.87 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Fairwood Commons in the in the Milo-Grogan neighborhood starting from $963. The second greatest value South of Main apartment is the 2 Bedrooms Model at The Livingston starting at $1,150 with a $1.26 price per square foot in the Near South neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South of Main apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Fairwood Commons2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.87
The Livingston2 Bedrooms2BR,1BA$1.26

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Getting Around the South of Main Neighborhood in Columbus, OH

Walk Score®

66 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

56 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

42 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South of Main Apartments

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South of Main is starting from $963 at Fairwood Commons.

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