
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Highland Lakes: Oaks Neighborhood of Westerville, OH from $800 (33 Rentals)
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Timbers

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Cedar Trace

The Flats at Polaris

Worthington Green

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Westerville Commons

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17 N Otterbein Ave
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45 N Otterbein Ave

The Zelle at Polaris

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9174 Walker Park Dr

Polaris Place

Worthington Ridge

The Edge at Polaris

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Highland Lakes: Oaks, Westerville, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Highland Lakes: Oaks?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Lakes: Oaks Studio Apartments | $1,224 | $815 | $2,397 |
| Highland Lakes: Oaks 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,340 | $999 | $1,767 |
| Highland Lakes: Oaks 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,809 | $1,199 | $2,535 |
| Highland Lakes: Oaks 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,261 | $1,831 | $3,195 |
| Highland Lakes: Oaks 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,500 | $2,500 | $2,500 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 33 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Highland Lakes: Oaks Neighborhood of Westerville, OH.
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Cheapest Available Highland Lakes: Oaks Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Highland Lakes: Oaks area of Columbus, OH is a Studio unit found at Timbers priced from $1,017. The Zelle at Polaris has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,042. Here are the most affordable Highland Lakes: Oaks apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Timbers | The Sycamore | Studio,1BA | $1,017 |
| The Zelle at Polaris | The Atlas | Studio,1BA | $1,042 |
| Worthington Ridge | One Bed, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,140 |
| The Galaxy at Polaris | The Pluto | Studio,1BA | $1,180 |
| Cedar Trace | One Bed, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,190 |
| The Flats at Polaris | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Worthington Green | The Sycamore Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,204 |
| The Avenue at Polaris Apartments | The Madison 1 BR 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,208 |
| Summerview | One Bed, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,220 |
| Northpark Place | One Bed, One Bath B | 1BR,1BA | $1,235 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Highland Lakes: Oaks, OH
As of April 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Highland Lakes: Oaks area is the $1.56 price per square foot Two Bedroom 2.5 Bath Townhome-1371 sqft Model at The Woods at Polaris Parkway Apartment Homes in the in the Highland Lakes: Oaks neighborhood starting from $2,145. The second greatest value Highland Lakes: Oaks apartment is the Aspen Model at Park Club Townhomes starting at $1,800 with a $1.38 price per square foot in the North East Columbus neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Highland Lakes: Oaks apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Woods at Polaris Parkway Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom 2.5 Bath Townhome-1371 sqft | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.56 |
| Park Club Townhomes | Aspen | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.38 |
| 45 N Otterbein Ave | N. Otterbein Flat | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| Retreat at Windemere | The Imperial Garden Home | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| Worthington Green | The Sycamore Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Worthington Ridge | Two Bed, One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| The Flats at Polaris | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| The Edge at Polaris | The Edgington | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Summerview | One Bed, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Cedar Trace | One Bed, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Highland Lakes: Oaks Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Highland Lakes: Oaks?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Highland Lakes: Oaks is at Timbers listed at $1,017.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Highland Lakes: Oaks Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Highland Lakes: Oaks Apartment is $1,145 at Worthington Ridge.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Highland Lakes: Oaks Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Highland Lakes: Oaks is starting from $1,199 at The Flats at Polaris.
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