
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverbend Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $500 (12 Rentals)
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Riverbend, Columbus, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riverbend?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Riverbend 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,235 | $799 | $2,431 |
Riverbend 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,425 | $899 | $2,847 |
Riverbend 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,600 | $1,139 | $3,589 |
Riverbend 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,765 | $1,679 | $1,879 |
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Cheapest Available Riverbend Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Riverbend area of Columbus, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Lake Eden Apartments & Townhomes priced from $799. Newbridge Commons has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $890. Here are the most affordable Riverbend apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Lake Eden Apartments & Townhomes | 1A10 (One Bedroom Garden) | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
Newbridge Commons | 1 Bedroom 3rd Floor | 1BR,1BA | $890 |
Autumn Springs | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $917 |
Reserve at Parkwick | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
Ashton Pines Apartments & Townhomes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverbend, OH
As of April 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Riverbend area is the $1.36 price per square foot Newport Model at Avalon Oaks Apartments in the in the West Columbus neighborhood starting from $1,571. The second greatest value Riverbend apartment is the 3/2 Model at CAMERON CREEK APARTMENTS starting at $1,468 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the Greater Hilltop neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riverbend apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Avalon Oaks Apartments | Newport | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
CAMERON CREEK APARTMENTS | 3/2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.33 |
Alkire Gate | The Noble | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
Newbridge Commons | 1 Bedroom 1st Floor-Upgraded | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
Highland Terrace! | Love Where You Live at Highland Terrace Apartme... | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
The Retreat at Scioto Creek | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
Reserve at Parkwick | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
Alkire Glen | Sacramento | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
Lake Eden Apartments & Townhomes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
Ashton Pines Apartments & Townhomes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRiverbend, Columbus, OH
Ranked #190
Among neighborhoods in Columbus, OH for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Riverbend Neighborhood in Columbus, OH
Walk Score®
35 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
33 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
16 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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 Riverbend Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Riverbend?
The cheapest apartment in Riverbend is Lake Eden Apartments & Townhomes which is listed at $799, while the average apartment in Riverbend costs $1,999.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Riverbend?
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 4 regular apartments in Riverbend 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 Riverbend?
Cheap apartments in Riverbend have an average cost of $414 which is $1,585 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Riverbend.
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