Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverlea Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $500 (11 Rentals)

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35 Broad Meadows Blvd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

35 Broad Meadows Blvd

35 Broad Meadows BlvdColumbus, OH 43214
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Worthington Terrace

60-80 Broadmeadows BlvdColumbus, OH 43214
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Riverlea, Columbus, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available Riverlea Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Riverlea area of Columbus, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Broad Meadows Manor priced from $695. Kings Highlands Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $795. Here are the most affordable Riverlea apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Broad Meadows Manor1 bedroom1BR,1BA$695
Kings Highlands Apartments1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$795
The Continent Village1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$799
Lakeside VillasNow Leasing 1 Bed 1 Bath Garden1BR,1BA$874
Riverlodge Apartments1x1 5501BR,1BA$900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverlea, OH

As of April 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Riverlea area is the $1.02 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Townhome Model at Eden Brooke Townhomes in the in the North Columbus neighborhood starting from $999. The second greatest value Riverlea apartment is the 301 Fenway Rd Model at 301 Fenway Rd, Unit B starting at $1,450 with a $1.52 price per square foot in the North Columbus neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riverlea apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Eden Brooke Townhomes2 Bedroom Townhome2BR,1BA$1.02
301 Fenway Rd, Unit B301 Fenway Rd2BR,1BA$1.52
The Benchmark Apartments2BR/2BA Balcony2BR,2BA$1.74
Worthington Gardens Apartments1 Bedrm 3rd Floor w/View1BR,1BA$1.52
The Continent Village1 Bed 1 Bath - Washer/Dryer Connection1BR,1BA$1.29
Governours SquareMaple1BR,1BA$1.71
Lakeside VillasBeautiful Lakeview 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Garden Styl...1BR,1BA$1.54
Riverlodge Apartments1x1 5501BR,1BA$1.64
Kings Highlands Apartments1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.48
Broad Meadows Manor1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.32

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Riverlea, Columbus, OH

Ranked #201

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riverlea Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverlea Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverlea Apartment is $695 at Broad Meadows Manor.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Riverlea Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Riverlea is starting from $999 at Eden Brooke Townhomes.

What is the most affordable Riverlea Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Riverlea Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Riverlodge Apartments and starts from $1,050.

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