Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South of Main Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $300 (17 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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1581 E Mound St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1581 E Mound St

1581 E Mound StColumbus, OH 43205
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Livingston Manor
Studio Apartments

Livingston Manor

1688-1704 E Livingston AveColumbus, OH 43205
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1475 E Mound St
Studio Apartments

1475 E Mound St

1475 E Mound StColumbus, OH 43205
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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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1450 E Fulton St
Studio Apartments

1450 E Fulton St

1450 E Fulton StColumbus, OH 43205
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1954 E Main St
Studio Apartments

1954 E Main St

1954 E Main StColumbus, OH 43205
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1645 E Mound St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1645 E Mound St

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

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South of Main area of Columbus, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Granville Woods Lofts priced from $395. Fairwood Commons has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,003. Here are the most affordable South of Main apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Granville Woods Lofts1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$395
Fairwood Commons1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,003
The Livingston2 Bedrooms2BR,1BA$1,150

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South of Main, OH

As of September 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the South of Main area is the $1.26 price per square foot 2 Bedrooms Model at The Livingston in the in the Near South neighborhood starting from $1,150. The second greatest value South of Main apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at Fairwood Commons starting at $1,003 with a $1.26 price per square foot in the Milo-Grogan 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.
The Livingston2 Bedrooms2BR,1BA$1.26
Fairwood Commons1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.26
Granville Woods Lofts1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.55

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle

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Among cities in Ohio for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

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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 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 5 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 $952 which is $548 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South of Main.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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