
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southeast Columbus Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $500 (20 Rentals)
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Columbus Park Apartments

Cushing Arms

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Aries Court

Capital Pointe - Woodview

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3631 Cushing Dr

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1749 Zettler Rd

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3605 Cushing Dr

1418 SELKIRK Rd

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3632 Cushing Dr
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Riverdale Plaza
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 | $753 | $695 | $789 |
| Southeast Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $959 | $795 | $1,267 |
| Southeast Columbus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,313 | $899 | $1,712 |
| Southeast Columbus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,868 | $1,129 | $3,000 |
| Southeast Columbus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,788 | $1,788 | $1,788 |
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There are currently 20 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 Columbus Park Apartments priced from $739. 1418 SELKIRK Rd has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Southeast Columbus apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus Park Apartments | The Alum | Studio,1BA | $739 |
| 1418 SELKIRK Rd | 1418 SELKIRK Rd - Unit... | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Winchester Oaks | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $804 |
| Capital Pointe - Woodview | Capp 1B | 1BR,1BA | $869 |
| The Charles at Bexley | One-Bedroom Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast Columbus, OH
As of July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southeast Columbus area is the $1.44 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Townhouse - Renovated Model at College Park in the in the South Columbus neighborhood starting from $1,475. The second greatest value Southeast Columbus apartment is the Aspen Model at Riverdale Plaza starting at $1,090 with a $1.14 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| College Park | 2 Bedroom Townhouse - Renovated | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.44 |
| Riverdale Plaza | Aspen | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.14 |
| Timbercreek | Cedar Brook | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Cushing Arms | 2br/1.5ba 800sf | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.50 |
| The Charles at Bexley | One-Bedroom Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Capital Pointe - Woodview | Capp 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Winchester Oaks | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| 1418 SELKIRK Rd | 1418 SELKIRK Rd - Unit... | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Columbus Park Apartments | The Alum | Studio ,1BA | $2.24 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southeast Columbus Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southeast Columbus Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southeast Columbus Apartment is $800 at 1418 SELKIRK Rd.
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.
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