
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Nelsonville, OH from $450 (40 Rentals)
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140 Starr Rd, Unit 140

ACT APARTMENTS ATHENS AND NELSONVILLE

Nelsonville School Commons

HAWK'S NEST ACT APARTMENTS ATHENS

Beckford Place

Sater Village Apartments
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Kershaw Greene I

Timber Creek Apartments

Westover Townhomes

Campus Heights Student

Oak Valley Apartments

9 Brown Ave

15 S Shafer St
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37 Walker

39 Walker

47 1st St

100 Hudson Ave

98 Hudson Ave

Holly Hills Apartments

Pine Ridge

154 Luck Ave
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Munson Crossing

61 1st St

Evergreen Apartments

Kershaw Greene II

906 Putnam Ave

103 E State St

Sandstone Apartments

145 Lincoln St
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99 E State St

Kershaw Greene III

Riverview Senior Villas

18 3rd St

Clover Ridge

335 1/2 Washington Ave

Concord Manor Apartments

1028 Market St
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Nelsonville, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Nelsonville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nelsonville Studio Apartments | $1,095 | $720 | $1,375 |
| Nelsonville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,262 | $450 | $1,800 |
| Nelsonville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,447 | $675 | $2,900 |
| Nelsonville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,492 | $725 | $2,938 |
| Nelsonville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $820 | $750 | $890 |
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Cheapest Available Nelsonville Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Nelsonville, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at HAWK'S NEST ACT APARTMENTS ATHENS priced from $450. Munson Crossing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $655. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Nelsonville apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| HAWK'S NEST ACT APARTMENTS ATHENS | Single bed | 1BR, 1BA | $450 |
| Munson Crossing | 2 bdr | 2BR, 1BA | $655 |
| Kershaw Greene II | 1 bdr | 1BR, 1BA | $683 |
| Kershaw Greene III | Two Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $760 |
| Kershaw Greene I | 2 bdr | 2BR, 1BA | $788 |
| Westover Townhomes | 2 bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $849 |
| Campus Heights Student | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $865 |
| Nelsonville School Commons | 2 Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $893 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Nelsonville, OH and Nearby
As of September 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Nelsonville area is the $0.69 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Nelsonville School Commons starting from $893. The second greatest value Nelsonville apartment is the Three bedroom apartment Model at 152 Mill St. Luxury apartments near OU starting at $725 with a $0.60 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Nelsonville apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nelsonville School Commons | 2 Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $0.69 |
| 152 Mill St. Luxury apartments near OU | Three bedroom apartment | 3BR, 1BA | $0.60 |
| 21 S Court St | 3 Bedroom | 3BR, 1BA | $0.50 |
| 160 Starr Rd, Unit 160 | 160 Starr Rd | 2BR, 1BA | $1.00 |
| Westover Townhomes | 2 bedroom | 2BR, 1.5BA | $0.88 |
| 140 Starr Rd, Unit 140 | 140 Starr Rd | 2BR, 1BA | $1.00 |
| Kershaw Greene III | Two Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $0.87 |
| Munson Crossing | 2 bdr | 2BR, 1BA | $0.76 |
| Kershaw Greene I | 2 bdr | 2BR, 1BA | $0.93 |
| HAWK'S NEST ACT APARTMENTS ATHENS | Single bed | 1BR, 1BA | $0.60 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Nelsonville Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Nelsonville?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Nelsonville is at Campus Heights Student listed at $865.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Nelsonville Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Nelsonville Apartment is $450 at HAWK'S NEST ACT APARTMENTS ATHENS.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Nelsonville Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Nelsonville is starting from $655 at Munson Crossing.
What is the most affordable Nelsonville Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Nelsonville Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Kershaw Greene I and starts from $893.
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