
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Scioto Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $600 (41 Rentals)
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3240 Summerhill Ln

Nike Meadows Apartments

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Larkspur

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West Scioto, Columbus, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Scioto?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Scioto Studio Apartments | $1,002 | $1,002 | $1,002 |
| West Scioto 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,376 | $929 | $1,954 |
| West Scioto 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,510 | $999 | $3,061 |
| West Scioto 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,519 | $2,001 | $3,798 |
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Cheapest Available West Scioto Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Scioto area of Columbus, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Nike Meadows Apartments priced from $929. Meadowood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable West Scioto apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nike Meadows Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $929 |
| Meadowood | The Hampton | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Larkspur | One Bed One Bath Standard | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Waterford Pointe | Ontario (11ue) | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Hawthorne Lakes | 1 bed 1 bath enclosed, upgraded | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Hilliard Village Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath Premium | 2BR,1BA | $1,027 |
| Wexford Lakes Apartments and Townhomes | One Bedroom - 600 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,035 |
| Fountain Place Apartments | 1x1S | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Addison Woods | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Templeton Crossing | Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Scioto, OH
As of July 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Scioto area is the $1.12 price per square foot Peach Leaf - Townhome Model at Willow Bend in the in the Greater Hilltop neighborhood starting from $1,395. The second greatest value West Scioto apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at Addison Woods starting at $1,350 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the West Scioto neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Scioto apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willow Bend | Peach Leaf - Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.12 |
| Addison Woods | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| Hilliard Park Apartments | Villa | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| Ryland Park | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| Cortland Hilliard | Roberts | 2BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| Waterford Pointe | Superior (21deR) | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Hartford Village Commons | Rome | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| The Residences At Breckenridge | Oxford (Corner) | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Hilliard Station Apartments | The Cascade | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Nike Meadows Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Scioto Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Scioto Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Scioto Apartment is $929 at Nike Meadows Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Scioto Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Scioto is starting from $1,027 at Hilliard Village Apartments.
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