
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Summerwood Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $600 (36 Rentals)
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Heathermoor and Bedford Commons Apartments

Sawmill Crossing

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Glenmuir

Saw Mill Village Apartments

TGM Meadow View

Dublin Square

2644 Sandbury Blvd

Wesbury Park
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2666 Sawbury Blvd, Unit 2666

7887 Thornfield Ln, Unit 7887 Thornfield Lane - 1

Graham Park at the Highlands

Sawbury Commons

TGM Worthington Green

District at Linworth

7190 Chadwood Ln

1918 Slaton Ct

1925 Slaton Ct
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2536 Sandbury Blvd

Harper House at the Highlands

Riverside Green Apartments

Montgomery Court

Sawmill Ridge

Arbors of Dublin

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Emerald Lakes

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Sawmill Commons

Ashlar Flats
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Scioto Commons

Grafton Park

The Residences at Scioto Crossing

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Tuller Flats

Smoky View Plaza

Vistas at Wedgewood

Rivergate Apartments

2071 Smoky View Blvd

Copperleaf
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Summerwood, Columbus, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Summerwood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summerwood Studio Apartments | $972 | $785 | $1,134 |
| Summerwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,410 | $895 | $3,375 |
| Summerwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,897 | $1,200 | $5,796 |
| Summerwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,476 | $1,766 | $6,056 |
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Cheapest Available Summerwood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Summerwood area of Columbus, OH is a Studio unit found at Riverside Green Apartments priced from $785. Montgomery Court has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $980. Here are the most affordable Summerwood apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Green Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $785 |
| Montgomery Court | One Bedroom One Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $980 |
| Heathermoor and Bedford Commons Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,049 |
| Sawmill Ridge | Savanah | 1BR,1BA | $1,061 |
| Arbors of Dublin | 1 Bed - 1 Bath (The Ash) | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Emerald Lakes | Pearl (11ub) | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Saw Mill Village Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,117 |
| Sawmill Crossing | A4 Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,120 |
| TGM Meadow View | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,149 |
| Dublin Square | 1x1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,157 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Summerwood, OH
As of May 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Summerwood area is the $1.35 price per square foot 2-bedroom Signature Townhome Model at Mason Row Townhomes in the in the Riverside Woods neighborhood starting from $2,247. The second greatest value Summerwood apartment is the B2D Renovated Model at Saw Mill Village Apartments starting at $2,060 with a $1.62 price per square foot in the Riverside Woods neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Summerwood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mason Row Townhomes | 2-bedroom Signature Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| Saw Mill Village Apartments | B2D Renovated | 3BR,2BA | $1.62 |
| Sawbury Commons | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Townhome (Renovated) | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.28 |
| TGM Worthington Green | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Scioto Commons | Two Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.29 |
| Copperleaf | The Bronze | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Glenmuir | One Bed Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Wesbury Park | The Abbey | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Emerald Lakes | Pearl (11db) | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Dublin Square | 1x1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Summerwood Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Summerwood?
The cheapest apartment in Summerwood is Montgomery Court which is listed at $980, while the average apartment in Summerwood costs $2,895.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Summerwood?
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 12 regular apartments in Summerwood 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 Summerwood?
Cheap apartments in Summerwood have an average cost of $429 which is $2,466 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Summerwood.
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