Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Airport Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $500 (18 Rentals)
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Airport, Columbus, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Airport?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Airport Studio Apartments | $723 | $723 | $723 |
Airport 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,222 | $737 | $2,173 |
Airport 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,399 | $930 | $2,672 |
Airport 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,792 | $1,149 | $4,880 |
Airport 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,559 | $1,329 | $1,699 |
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Cheapest Available Airport Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Airport area of Columbus, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Bel Air Court priced from $778. Broadleigh Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $789. Here are the most affordable Airport apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Bel Air Court | Standard One Bedroom (SN4M) | 1BR,1BA | $778 |
Broadleigh Lofts | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $789 |
East Broad Plaza | Cedar | 1BR,1BA | $805 |
Woodlands | One Bedroom One Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $822 |
Gahanna Crossing Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $830 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Airport, OH
As of May 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Airport area is the $1.33 price per square foot 2 Bed 2.5 Bath Model at Traditions at Creekview in the in the East Columbus neighborhood starting from $1,675. The second greatest value Airport apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Broadleigh Lofts starting at $1,498 with a $1.31 price per square foot in the North East Columbus neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Airport apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Traditions at Creekview | 2 Bed 2.5 Bath | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.33 |
Broadleigh Lofts | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.31 |
Townhomes at Fairways | Colony Diamond Renovation | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.26 |
Somerset Place Apartments | Deluxe | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
Crosspoint Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
Townhomes at Bexley | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
Penny Lane Mews | Garden - Upgrade | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
The Residences at Edgewater Place | 1 Bedroom E2 story bldg. | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
Gahanna Crossing Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
East Broad Plaza | Cedar | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleAirport, Columbus, OH
Ranked #125
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Airport, Columbus, OH
Goshen Lane Elementary School
Lincoln High School
Gahanna South Middle School
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities and towns across the United States including Airport, Columbus, and the greater Columbus area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Getting Around the Airport Neighborhood in Columbus, OH
Walk Score®
24 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
32 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
29 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Airport Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Airport?
The cheapest apartment in Airport is Bel Air Court which is listed at $778, while the average apartment in Airport costs $1,799.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Airport?
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 23 regular apartments in Airport 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 Airport?
Cheap apartments in Airport have an average cost of $367 which is $1,432 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Airport.
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