Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Highland Lakes: Oaks Neighborhood of Westerville, OH from $900 (32 Rentals)

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Polaris Crossing
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Polaris Crossing

1100 Polaris Crossing BlvdWesterville, OH 43081
Corporate Housing
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Westerville Commons
2 Bedroom Apartments

Westerville Commons

601 W Main StWesterville, OH 43081
  • Utilities Included

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103 W Park St
2 Bedroom Apartments

103 W Park St

103 W Park StWesterville, OH 43081
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17 N Otterbein Ave
3 Bedroom Apartments

17 N Otterbein Ave

17 N Otterbein AveWesterville, OH 43081
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45 N Otterbein Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

45 N Otterbein Ave

45 N Otterbein AveWesterville, OH 43081

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Worthington Ridge
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Worthington Ridge

1410 Worthington Ridge BlvdWorthington, OH 43085
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Polaris Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Polaris Place

8901 Antares Park DrColumbus, OH 43240
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Grand at Polaris
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Grand at Polaris

850 Polaris Grand DrLewis Center, OH 43035
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The Polaris Community
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Polaris Community

9180 Antares AveColumbus, OH 43240
Senior Living
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Highland Lakes: Oaks, Westerville, OH Local Guide

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 The Zelle at Polaris priced from $942. Timbers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,039. Here are the most affordable Highland Lakes: Oaks apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Zelle at PolarisThe AtlasStudio,1BA$942
TimbersThe SycamoreStudio,1BA$1,039
Northpark PlaceOne Bed, One Bath B1BR,1BA$1,170
The Galaxy at PolarisThe PlutoStudio,1BA$1,180
Pierpont Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,189
The Flats at Polaris2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,199
Worthington RidgeOne Bed, One Bath1BR,1BA$1,205
Worthington GreenThe Sycamore Renovated1BR,1BA$1,243
Cedar TraceOne Bed, One Bath1BR,1BA$1,245
Polaris PlaceThe Halley1BR,1BA$1,246

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Highland Lakes: Oaks, OH

As of June 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Highland Lakes: Oaks area is the $1.38 price per square foot Super-UP ED Model at Park Club Townhomes in the in the North East Columbus neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Highland Lakes: Oaks apartment is the The Orion Model at The Vanguard of Polaris starting at $1,714 with a $1.32 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Park Club TownhomesSuper-UP ED2BR,2.5BA$1.38
The Vanguard of PolarisThe Orion2BR,2.5BA$1.32
Retreat at WindemereThe Imperial Garden Home2BR,2BA$1.30
Provenance at PolarisYosemite2BR,2BA$1.52
Worthington GreenThe Sycamore Renovated1BR,1BA$1.47
Worthington RidgeTwo Bed, One Bath2BR,1BA$1.62
The Edge at PolarisThe Edgington1BR,1BA$1.61
Grand at Polaris1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.74
Cedar TraceOne Bed, One Bath1BR,1BA$1.67
Polaris PlaceThe Aurora1BR,1BA$1.74

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Highland Lakes: Oaks, Westerville, OH

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States and customized analysis for Northern Columbus, OH. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places that make kids happy, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

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 The Zelle at Polaris listed at $942.

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 $1,165 at Northpark Place.

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 $1,290 at Northpark Place.

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