Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Near East Side Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $600 (30 Rentals)

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Longview Apartments
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Longview Apartments

1728-1738 E Long StColumbus, OH 43203
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1150 Bryden
1 Bedroom Apartments

1150 Bryden

1150 Bryden RdColumbus, OH 43205
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The Harris
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Harris

162 N Ohio AveColumbus, OH 43203
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Park Plaza
2 Bedroom Apartments

Park Plaza

1505 Franklin Park SColumbus, OH 43205
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The Gemma
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Gemma

1117 Oak StColumbus, OH 43205
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196 Miller Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

196 Miller Ave

196 Miller AveColumbus, OH 43205
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Near East Side, Columbus, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available Near East Side Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Near East Side area of Columbus, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Franklin Park Apartments priced from $699. 610 - ROYAL YORK APARTMENTS, LLC has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $839. Here are the most affordable Near East Side apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Franklin Park ApartmentsOne Bedroom - Renovated1BR,1BA$699
610 - ROYAL YORK APARTMENTS, LLC1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$839
Clifton Woods Apartments*2 BD 1 BA*2BR,1BA$860
Jaeger SquareA5Studio,1BA$1,011
Legacy Pointe at Poindexter ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,033
476 Taylor ApartmentsThe Beck - StudioStudio,1BA$1,048
Triumph ApartmentsThe Cast Iron1BR,1BA$1,095
THE STATION at Trolley DistrictStudio - PremiumStudio,1BA$1,099
Flats on East GayStudioStudio,1BA$1,100
Parkview Arms1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,225

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Near East Side, OH

As of March 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Near East Side area is the $1.02 price per square foot 5 Bedroom 5 Bathroom Model at 610 - ROYAL YORK APARTMENTS, LLC in the in the Near East Side neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Near East Side apartment is the 1980 E 5th Ave Model at 1980 E 5th Ave starting at $1,840 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Near East Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Near East Side apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
610 - ROYAL YORK APARTMENTS, LLC5 Bedroom 5 Bathroom5BR,5BA$1.02
1980 E 5th Ave1980 E 5th Ave4BR,2BA$1.08
468 N Ohio Ave468 N Ohio Ave3BR,2BA$1.30
1802 E Long St, Unit D1802 E Long St2BR,1BA$1.39
Cassady North Apartments2 Bdrm/2 Bath-2nd FloorB2BR,2BA$1.48
Parkview Arms1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.49
BEXLEY HOUSE1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.79
Clifton Woods Apartments*2 BD 1 BA*2BR,1BA$1.41
Legacy Pointe at Poindexter Apartments1 Bedroom Tax Credit***1BR,1BA$1.73
Franklin Park ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.72

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Near East Side, Columbus, OH

Ranked #148

Among neighborhoods in Columbus, OH for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Near East Side Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Near East Side?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Near East Side is at Jaeger Square listed at $1,011.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Near East Side Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Near East Side Apartment is $699 at Franklin Park Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Near East Side Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Near East Side is starting from $860 at Clifton Woods Apartments.

What is the most affordable Near East Side Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Near East Side Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Legacy Pointe at Poindexter Apartments and starts from $1,402.

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