
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southeast Columbus Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $500 (21 Rentals)
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Columbus Park Apartments

Cushing Arms

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Aries Court

Capital Pointe - Woodview

Heather Glen Townhomes

Water's Edge Apartments
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The Charles at Bexley

College Park

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Timbercreek

1317 Barnett Rd

Haven's Edge

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Berwick Grove
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Elim Manor

3605 Cushing Dr

Bexvie Village Townhomes

3632 Cushing Dr

Pinetree Village, LLC

1303 Barnett Rd

Riverdale Plaza
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Southeast Columbus, Columbus, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southeast Columbus?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeast Columbus Studio Apartments | $765 | $695 | $789 |
| Southeast Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $971 | $789 | $1,252 |
| Southeast Columbus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,314 | $899 | $1,684 |
| Southeast Columbus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,868 | $1,129 | $2,999 |
| Southeast Columbus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,788 | $1,788 | $1,788 |
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There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southeast Columbus Neighborhood of Columbus, OH.
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Cheapest Available Southeast Columbus Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southeast Columbus area of Columbus, OH is a Studio unit found at Winchester Oaks priced from $695. Columbus Park Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $789. Here are the most affordable Southeast Columbus apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winchester Oaks | Studio | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| Columbus Park Apartments | The Milbrook | 1BR,1BA | $789 |
| Cushing Arms | 1BR 650sf | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Capital Pointe - Woodview | Capp 1B | 1BR,1BA | $910 |
| Heather Glen Townhomes | 2 Bed, 1 Bath Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast Columbus, OH
As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southeast Columbus area is the $1.91 price per square foot 1 Model at 2349 Beverly Pl in the in the East Columbus neighborhood starting from $2,999. The second greatest value Southeast Columbus apartment is the Aspen Model at Riverdale Plaza starting at $1,305 with a $1.36 price per square foot in the South Columbus neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southeast Columbus apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2349 Beverly Pl | 1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.91 |
| Riverdale Plaza | Aspen | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.36 |
| Heather Glen Townhomes | 2 Bed, 1 Bath Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Cushing Arms | 2br/1.5ba 800sf | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.50 |
| College Park | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| The Charles at Bexley | One-Bedroom Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Capital Pointe - Woodview | Capp 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Timbercreek | Cedar Brook Flat | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| Columbus Park Apartments | The Alum | Studio ,1BA | $2.39 |
| Winchester Oaks | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.41 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southeast Columbus Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Southeast Columbus?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Southeast Columbus is at Winchester Oaks listed at $695.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southeast Columbus Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southeast Columbus Apartment is $789 at Columbus Park Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southeast Columbus Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southeast Columbus is starting from $899 at Columbus Park Apartments.
What is the most affordable Southeast Columbus Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Southeast Columbus Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Columbus Park Apartments and starts from $1,129.
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