
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Walnut Creek Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $400 (16 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Walnut Creek area of Columbus.


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Walnut Creek, Columbus, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Walnut Creek?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walnut Creek Studio Apartments | $1,172 | $745 | $2,279 |
| Walnut Creek 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,084 | $775 | $1,805 |
| Walnut Creek 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,299 | $875 | $2,390 |
| Walnut Creek 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,723 | $1,216 | $3,360 |
| Walnut Creek 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,349 | $2,299 | $2,399 |
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There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Walnut Creek Neighborhood of Columbus, OH.
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Cheapest Available Walnut Creek Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Walnut Creek area of Columbus, OH is a Studio unit found at Thornapple priced from $745. 510 - CLEVELAND PLAZA has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $759. Here are the most affordable Walnut Creek apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thornapple | S1 | Studio,1BA | $745 |
| 510 - CLEVELAND PLAZA | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $759 |
| Coves at Columbus on Cleveland | 3788 Cleveland Avenue - 3788-105 | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Flats on Tamarack | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Tamarack Arms Apartments | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Walnut Creek, OH
As of December 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Walnut Creek area is the $0.77 price per square foot 2 BDRM Model at Northern Place Townhomes in the in the Northland neighborhood starting from $1,209. The second greatest value Walnut Creek apartment is the 3BR/1.5BA Model at Elms starting at $1,429 with a $1.24 price per square foot in the North East Columbus neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Walnut Creek apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Place Townhomes | 2 BDRM | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.77 |
| Elms | 3BR/1.5BA | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.24 |
| Northern Court Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| Victoria Village | 2/1 GDN | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Summerwynd Apartments | Upstairs unit w/ balcony) | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Bluff Gardens Apartments | Live Bigger in a Townhome-Style Apartment You’l... | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Coves at Columbus on Cleveland | 3788 Cleveland Avenue - 3788-105 | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Flats on Tamarack | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Tamarack Arms Apartments | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| 510 - CLEVELAND PLAZA | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
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Getting Around the Walnut Creek Neighborhood in Columbus, OH
Walk Score®
30 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
41 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
30 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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 Walnut Creek Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Walnut Creek?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Walnut Creek is under $875.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Walnut Creek?
The cheapest apartment in Walnut Creek is 510 - CLEVELAND PLAZA which is listed at $759, while the average apartment in Walnut Creek costs $2,499.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Walnut Creek?
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 46 regular apartments in Walnut Creek 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 Walnut Creek?
Cheap apartments in Walnut Creek have an average cost of $131 which is $2,368 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Walnut Creek.
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