
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South of Main Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $600 (13 Rentals)
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Fairwood Commons

Granville Woods Lofts

1538 E Livingston Ave

833 Lilley Ave

798-800-800 Kelton Ave
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736-738-738 Seymour Ave

736 Seymour Ave

908 Ellsworth Ave

1467 E Mound

FRANCIS HOUSE

1580 E Mound St
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764-766-766 Kelton Ave
South of Main, Columbus, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South of Main?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| South of Main Studio Apartments | $2,000 | $2,000 | $2,000 |
| South of Main 1 Bedroom Apartments | $868 | $750 | $1,000 |
| South of Main 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,080 | $807 | $1,550 |
| South of Main 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,269 | $1,200 | $1,375 |
| South of Main 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,900 | $1,900 | $1,900 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South of Main Neighborhood of Columbus, OH.
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Cheapest Available South of Main Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South of Main area of Columbus, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at The Livingston priced from $750. Fairwood Commons has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $764. Here are the most affordable South of Main apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Livingston | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Fairwood Commons | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $764 |
| Granville Woods Lofts | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $880 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South of Main, OH
As of May 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the South of Main area is the $0.96 price per square foot 1 Bedroom Model at Fairwood Commons in the in the Milo-Grogan neighborhood starting from $764. The second greatest value South of Main apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at Granville Woods Lofts starting at $960 with a $1.35 price per square foot in the Woodland Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South of Main apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairwood Commons | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| Granville Woods Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| The Livingston | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South of Main Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South of Main?
The cheapest apartment in South of Main is The Livingston which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in South of Main costs $2,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South of Main?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 41 regular apartments in South of Main that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in South of Main?
Cheap apartments in South of Main have an average cost of $884 which is $1,116 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South of Main.
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