
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Airport Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $400 (20 Rentals)
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Southwest Airport, Columbus, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwest Airport?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Southwest Airport 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,153 | $750 | $2,553 |
Southwest Airport 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,371 | $849 | $2,794 |
Southwest Airport 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,795 | $1,110 | $4,102 |
Southwest Airport 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,278 | $1,399 | $2,665 |
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There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southwest Airport Neighborhood of Columbus, OH.
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Cheapest Available Southwest Airport Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Airport area of Columbus, OH is a 2 Beds unit found at Dunbury Greene priced from $468. Plumwood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable Southwest Airport apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Dunbury Greene | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $468 |
Plumwood | One Bedroom One Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Lake Eden Apartments & Townhomes | Ontario (All-Electric) | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
Countryside Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $809 |
Newbridge Commons | 1 Bedroom 3rd Floor | 1BR,1BA | $890 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Airport, OH
As of May 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southwest Airport area is the $0.93 price per square foot Majestic* Model at Townhomes at Weston in the in the Greater Hilltop neighborhood starting from $1,499. The second greatest value Southwest Airport apartment is the 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath Townhome w/ Basement Model at Creekside Townhomes starting at $1,175 with a $0.90 price per square foot in the Greater Hilltop neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Airport apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Townhomes at Weston | Majestic* | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.93 |
Creekside Townhomes | 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath Townhome w/ Basement | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.90 |
Crossing at Grove City | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
Avalon Oaks Apartments | Kingston | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
Alkire Glen | San Francisco | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
Creekbend Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
Dunbury Greene | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.54 |
Newbridge Commons | 1 Bedroom 1st Floor-Upgraded | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
Reserve at Parkwick | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
Countryside Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouthwest Airport, Columbus, OH
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Southwest Airport, Columbus, OH
Bolton Crossing Elementary
Central Crossing High School
Holt Crossing Intermediate School
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Ohio including Southwest Airport, Columbus, and the greater Columbus area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, multifamily communities for the kids, proximity to transit, and more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Getting Around the Southwest Airport Neighborhood in Columbus, OH
Walk Score®
33 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
39 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
22 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Airport Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southwest Airport?
The cheapest apartment in Southwest Airport is Plumwood which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in Southwest Airport costs $2,440.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southwest Airport?
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 10 regular apartments in Southwest Airport 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 Southwest Airport?
Cheap apartments in Southwest Airport have an average cost of $155 which is $2,285 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southwest Airport.
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