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Star King Apartments
1530 King AveColumbus, OH 43212
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Riverwatch Towers
364 W Lane AveColumbus, OH 43201
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Heritage Apartments
1361 Presidential DrColumbus, OH 43212
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1813 Kenny Rd
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Kenny Road Apartments
1809-1813 Kenny RdColumbus, OH 43212
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Colony Club Apartments
1190 Chambers RdColumbus, OH 43212
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Stadium View Apartments
858 Kinnear RdColumbus, OH 43212
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Star King Apartments
1800-1806 North Star RdColumbus, OH 43212
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Fisher Commons
900 Nettle DrColumbus, OH 43221
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2875 Olentangy River RdColumbus, OH 43202
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Arlington Court
1303-1307 King AveColumbus, OH 43212
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Peake Apartments
1295 Chesapeake AveGrandview Heights, OH 43212
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West Campus, Columbus, OH Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Campus?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Campus Studio Apartments | $986 | $715 | $1,425 |
| West Campus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,337 | $879 | $3,847 |
| West Campus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,936 | $945 | $4,437 |
| West Campus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,848 | $899 | $2,959 |
| West Campus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,775 | $785 | $3,600 |
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Cheapest Available West Campus Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Campus area of Columbus, OH is a Studio unit found at Star King Apartments priced from $715. SK-1516 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $755. Here are the most affordable West Campus apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Star King Apartments | Studio A (Mid) | Studio,1BA | $715 |
| SK-1516 | 2nd Floor Studio A | Studio,1BA | $755 |
| Riverwatch Towers | Huron 2 - Furnished | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Heritage Apartments | Presidential Studio | Studio,1BA | $813 |
| King Ave Flats | Complex End Unit | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Campus, OH
As of October 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Campus area is the $1.68 price per square foot 3BRLoft-Con Model at Concord Square Apartments in the in the Tri-Village neighborhood starting from $2,850. The second greatest value West Campus apartment is the C1 - 3x3 Model at Altitude Columbus starting at $899 with a $0.93 price per square foot in the Tri-Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Campus apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concord Square Apartments | 3BRLoft-Con | 3BR,3BA | $1.68 |
| Altitude Columbus | C1 - 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.93 |
| 1415 King Ave, Unit D | 1415 King Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Steel House | C | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Stadium View Apartments | The Brutus | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Grandview Village Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| King Ave Flats | Complex End Unit | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Peake Apartments | Mackintosh | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| 1836 North Star Rd, Unit H | 1836 North Star Rd | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Star King Apartments | Studio A (Mid) | Studio ,1BA | $2.04 |
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Getting Around the West Campus Neighborhood in Columbus, OH
Walk Score®
44 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
67 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
25 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Campus Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in West Campus?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West Campus is under $999.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Campus?
The cheapest apartment in West Campus is Heritage Apartments which is listed at $888, while the average apartment in West Campus costs $4,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West Campus?
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 West Campus 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 West Campus?
Cheap apartments in West Campus have an average cost of $250 which is $3,750 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Campus.
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Although Columbus, Ohio, has a reputation for being a rowdy college town, it's large enough to offer numerous neighborhoods far away from frat houses and street parties after football games.
Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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