Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Walnut Heights Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $600 (44 Rentals)

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Montrose Square
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Montrose Square

2315 Seville AveColumbus, OH 43232
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520 - EMBASSY PLAZA
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

520 - EMBASSY PLAZA

4069 E Livingston AveColumbus, OH 43227
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Autumn Chase
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Autumn Chase

5596 Autumn Chase DrColumbus, OH 43232
Corporate Housing
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Oak Village
1 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Village

1756 McNaughten RdColumbus, OH 43232
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Elaine Park Drive
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Elaine Park Drive

4039-4062 Elaine Park DrColumbus, OH 43227

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Chartwell Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Chartwell Apartments

3683 Chartridge DrCanal Winchester, OH 43110
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Pine Tree Lane
1 Bedroom Apartments

Pine Tree Lane

2185-2233 Pine Tree LnReynoldsburg, OH 43068
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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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STRATFORD EAST
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

STRATFORD EAST

3401 Quinlan BlvdCanal Winchester, OH 43110
Senior Living
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Winchester Park
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Winchester Park

4080 Waderidge TrlGroveport, OH 43125
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Walnut Heights, Columbus, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available Walnut Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Walnut Heights area of Columbus, OH is a Studio unit found at Pine Grove Apartments priced from $750. 545 - LIVINGSTON COMMONS has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable Walnut Heights apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pine Grove ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$750
545 - LIVINGSTON COMMONS1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$750
Olde Cape Colony1x11BR,1BA$759
Crosscreek Apartments and Townhomes2 bed2BR,1BA$775
AmesburyOne Bedroom One Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$780
Cornerstone CrossingStudioStudio,1BA$799
Century City ApartmentsThe Wilshire1BR,1BA$799
Life at Edgewater Landing1 Bed 1 Bath A1BR,1BA$809
The Retreat at Walnut Creek1 Bed 1 Bath Premium1BR,1BA$810
Williamsburg SquarePatriot1BR,1BA$829

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Walnut Heights, OH

As of October 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Walnut Heights area is the $0.95 price per square foot Ren 2 BR Townhome w/ Garage & UF Basement Model at Oak Bend Commons in the in the Preston Trails neighborhood starting from $1,660. The second greatest value Walnut Heights apartment is the 2 bed Model at Crosscreek Apartments and Townhomes starting at $775 with a $0.46 price per square foot in the Eastland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Walnut Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Oak Bend CommonsRen 2 BR Townhome w/ Garage & UF Basement2BR,2.5BA$0.95
Crosscreek Apartments and Townhomes2 bed2BR,1.5BA$0.46
Preston PointeThe Fairfield3BR,2.5BA$1.12
Park Trails Apartments3/2.53BR,2.5BA$1.14
Countryview East Apartments2 Beds, 1.5 baths2BR,1.5BA$1.13
Colonial Park TownhomesB32BR,2.5BA$1.21
Napa Townhomes2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.19
520 - EMBASSY PLAZA2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Patio2BR,1BA$1.00
Century City ApartmentsThe Burbank1BR,1BA$1.19
545 - LIVINGSTON COMMONS1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.17

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Walnut Heights, Columbus, OH

Ranked #60

Among cities in Ohio for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Best Local Schools in
Walnut Heights, Columbus, OH

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Getting Around the Walnut Heights Neighborhood in Columbus, OH

Walk Score®

28 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

40 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

21 / 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 Walnut Heights Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Walnut Heights?

The cheapest apartment in Walnut Heights is 545 - LIVINGSTON COMMONS which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in Walnut Heights costs $1,579.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Walnut Heights?

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 19 regular apartments in Walnut Heights 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 Heights?

Cheap apartments in Walnut Heights have an average cost of $287 which is $1,292 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Walnut Heights.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

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