
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sawmill Forest Neighborhood of Dublin, OH from $695 (43 Rentals)
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Bent Tree Apartments

Ashlar Flats

Bridge Park

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Sawmill Commons

The Residences at Scioto Crossing

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Tuller Flats

7990 Harmill Dr
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6633 Dale Dr

150 - SAWMILL PLACE

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Greensview

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Emerald Lakes

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Glenmuir
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TGM Worthington Green

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2620 Sawbury Blvd, Unit 2620

2620 Sawbury Blvd

7118 Chadwood Ln
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2134 Bentwood Cir

2130 Bentwood Cir

7124 Chadwood Ln

Sawbury Commons

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8267 Riverside Dr, Unit Studio

1739 Park Village Dr

1762 Queensbridge Dr
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1918 Slaton Ct

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2532 Sandbury Blvd, Unit 2532 Sandbury Blvd

1955 Sawbury Blvd

Smoky View Plaza

Vistas at Wedgewood

2588 Sandbury Blvd

7839 Meadowhaven Blvd

1762 Queensbridge Dr
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Spring Leaf Place

Bedford Commons

7867 Meadowhaven Blvd
Sawmill Forest, Dublin, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sawmill Forest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sawmill Forest Studio Apartments | $1,339 | $895 | $1,744 |
| Sawmill Forest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,426 | $939 | $2,931 |
| Sawmill Forest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,000 | $1,150 | $5,796 |
| Sawmill Forest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,173 | $1,549 | $5,710 |
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Cheapest Available Sawmill Forest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sawmill Forest area of Columbus, OH is a Studio unit found at Montgomery Court priced from $895. Emerald Lakes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here are the most affordable Sawmill Forest apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montgomery Court | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Emerald Lakes | Peridot (11de) | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Greensview | Pearl (11db) | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Dublin Square | 1x1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,115 |
| Bent Tree Apartments | The Parlor | 1BR,1BA | $1,160 |
| Saw Mill Village Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,184 |
| Ashlar Flats | Type C (2 Bedroom, 2Bathroom Garden / XL) | 2BR,2BA | $1,189 |
| Bridge Park | Antrim | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| TGM Worthington Green | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sawmill Forest, OH
As of September 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sawmill Forest area is the $1.49 price per square foot Liberty Model at Powell Green in the in the Wedgewood Glen neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Sawmill Forest apartment is the 2-bedroom Upgraded Townhome Model at Mason Row Townhomes starting at $2,046 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the Riverside Woods neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sawmill Forest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Powell Green | Liberty | 3BR,3BA | $1.49 |
| Mason Row Townhomes | 2-bedroom Upgraded Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| Bedford Commons | B2 Renovated | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.10 |
| 2532 Sandbury Blvd, Unit 2532 Sandbury Blvd | 2532 Sandbury Blvd | 3BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| Sawmill Commons | Mill Bench-Down | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Glenmuir | Two Bed Garden | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.56 |
| Saw Mill Village Apartments | A1 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| TGM Worthington Green | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Bent Tree Apartments | The Parlor | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Dublin Square | 1x1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Sawmill Forest, Dublin, and the greater Columbus area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for proximity to parks, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sawmill Forest Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Sawmill Forest?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Sawmill Forest is under $1,299.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Sawmill Forest?
The cheapest apartment in Sawmill Forest is Emerald Lakes which is listed at $1,050, while the average apartment in Sawmill Forest costs $1,495.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Sawmill Forest?
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 11 regular apartments in Sawmill Forest 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 Sawmill Forest?
Cheap apartments in Sawmill Forest have an average cost of $452 which is $1,043 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Sawmill Forest.
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