Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Northeast Columbus Neighborhood of Westerville, OH from $400 (235 Rentals)

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HQ Flats
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$1,229 - $2,059
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

HQ Flats

6249 Walton Breck WayWesterville, OH 43081
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Hamilton Woods
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$1,399 - $2,449
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Hamilton Woods

5300 Oak Passage DrWesterville, OH 43081
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Charring Cross
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Charring Cross

522 Knights WayWesterville, OH 43081
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Westerville Commons
2 Bedroom Apartments

Westerville Commons

601 W Main StWesterville, OH 43081
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ALBANY LANDINGS
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

ALBANY LANDINGS

5500 Bilberry LnWesterville, OH 43081
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Baxter Park
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Baxter Park

5188 Warner RdWesterville, OH 43081
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Albany Corners
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Albany Corners

5735 Thorton StWesterville, OH 43081
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103 W Park St
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103 W Park St

103 W Park StWesterville, OH 43081

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Townes At West Albany
2 Bedroom Apartments

Townes At West Albany

6240 Brassie AveWesterville, OH 43081
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Outer Northeast Columbus, Westerville, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available Outer Northeast Columbus Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer Northeast Columbus area of Columbus, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Abbey Lane priced from $715. Essington Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $729. Here are the most affordable Outer Northeast Columbus apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Abbey Lane1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$715
Essington VillageStudioStudio,1BA$729
ThornappleS1Studio,1BA$745
Maple Ridge ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$749
Coves at Columbus on Cleveland3788 Cleveland Avenue - 3788-1051BR,1BA$775
ParkvilleStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$795
SherbrookStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$799
Village Court Apartments1 Bedroom at Village Court Apartments1BR,1BA$799
Clear Point Gardens1 BR - Small - Original1BR,1BA$799
Eden of Easton ApartmentsThe Greenway1BR,1BA$799

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Northeast Columbus, OH

As of April 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer Northeast Columbus area is the $0.94 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Townhome - Renovated Model at Northgate on Sharon in the in the Northland neighborhood starting from $1,475. The second greatest value Outer Northeast Columbus apartment is the Oak Tree - 3 Bed 1 Bath Garden Model at OakTree Village starting at $999 with a $0.77 price per square foot in the Northland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer Northeast Columbus apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Northgate on Sharon2 Bedroom Townhome - Renovated2BR,1.5BA$0.94
OakTree VillageOak Tree - 3 Bed 1 Bath Garden3BR,1BA$0.77
Sharon Green Townhomes2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.98
Maple Valley ApartmentsWater/Sewer/Trash Included2BR,1BA$0.84
2765 Cleveland Ave, Unit Unit D2765 Cleveland Ave2BR,1BA$0.90
Oakland Park Apartments2 Bed/1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.00
Hyde Park Townhomes2 Bed 1 Bath Garden2BR,1BA$1.08
Summerwynd ApartmentsUpstairs unit w/ balcony)2BR,1BA$0.93
Coves at Columbus on Cleveland3788 Cleveland Avenue - 3788-1051BR,1BA$1.07
Abbey Lane1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.12

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Ohio, including Westerville. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer Northeast Columbus Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Outer Northeast Columbus?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Outer Northeast Columbus is at Essington Village listed at $729.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer Northeast Columbus Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer Northeast Columbus Apartment is $715 at Abbey Lane.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Outer Northeast Columbus Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Outer Northeast Columbus is starting from $815 at Abbey Lane.

What is the most affordable Outer Northeast Columbus Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Outer Northeast Columbus Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at OakTree Village and starts from $999.

Expert Rental Resources

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