
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Kendale Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $500 (36 Rentals)
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Kendale, Columbus, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kendale?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Kendale Studio Apartments | $1,002 | $699 | $2,033 |
Kendale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,337 | $695 | $2,744 |
Kendale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,683 | $795 | $4,571 |
Kendale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,112 | $1,370 | $7,180 |
Kendale 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,380 | $2,010 | $2,750 |
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Cheapest Available Kendale Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Kendale area of Columbus, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Broad Meadows Manor priced from $695. Lexington Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $699. Here are the most affordable Kendale apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Broad Meadows Manor | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
Lexington Park | Studio | Studio,1BA | $699 |
Clintonville Commons | Studio 3rd Floor | Studio,1BA | $820 |
Olentangy Village | Village Studio | Studio,1BA | $829 |
Riverview Square | Upgraded unit | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
Riverview Place Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $865 |
Riverview Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
Flats of Clintonville | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
Reserves at Arlington | A1 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $974 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kendale, OH
As of May 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Kendale area is the $0.94 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Mackenzie Place in the in the Outer Dublin Hilliard neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Kendale apartment is the 4946 Model at 4944 - 4958 Arbor Village Dr starting at $1,250 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the North Columbus neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kendale apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Mackenzie Place | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.94 |
4944 - 4958 Arbor Village Dr | 4946 | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
301 Fenway Rd, Unit B | 301 Fenway Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
Braxton on Bethel | The Jefferson | 2BR,2BA | $1.47 |
Governours Square | Walnut | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
227 Broad Meadows Blvd, Unit 227 Broadmeadows Blvd | 227 Broad Meadows Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
Park Place | 2075 Park Run | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
Flats of Clintonville | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom - Premium | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
Lexington Park | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
Broad Meadows Manor | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
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Best Local Schools in Kendale, Columbus, OH
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Getting Around the Kendale Neighborhood in Columbus, OH
Walk Score®
70 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
50 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
37 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kendale Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Kendale?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Kendale is at Lexington Park listed at $699.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Kendale Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Kendale Apartment is $695 at Broad Meadows Manor.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Kendale Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Kendale is starting from $865 at Riverview Place Apartments.
What is the most affordable Kendale Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Kendale Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Canterbury and starts from $1,720.
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