Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Shady Lane Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $500 (36 Rentals)

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Berwick Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

Berwick Gardens

3680-3688 E Livingston AveColumbus, OH 43227
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Yearling Plaza
1 Bedroom Apartments

Yearling Plaza

151 S Yearling RdColumbus, OH 43213
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Colonial Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Colonial Village

1256 Rand AveColumbus, OH 43227
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Eastway Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Eastway Village

4237 E Broad StColumbus, OH 43213
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Autumn Chase
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Autumn Chase

5596 Autumn Chase DrColumbus, OH 43232
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Eastland Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Eastland Manor

4225 Macsway AveColumbus, OH 43232
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520 - EMBASSY PLAZA
2 Bedroom Apartments

520 - EMBASSY PLAZA

4069 E Livingston AveColumbus, OH 43227
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Marsh Run
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Marsh Run

2393 Canal Bay WayColumbus, OH 43232
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Oak Village
1 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Village

1756 McNaughten RdColumbus, OH 43232
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Elaine Park Drive
2 Bedroom Apartments

Elaine Park Drive

4039-4062 Elaine Park DrColumbus, OH 43227
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Hamilton Crossing
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hamilton Crossing

540 S Hamilton RdWhitehall, OH 43213
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Pine Tree Lane
1 Bedroom Apartments

Pine Tree Lane

2185-2233 Pine Tree LnReynoldsburg, OH 43068
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Shady Lane, Columbus, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available Shady Lane Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Shady Lane area of Columbus, OH is a Studio unit found at Cornerstone Crossing priced from $639. Villages at Eden Crossing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $774. Here are the most affordable Shady Lane apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cornerstone CrossingStudioStudio,1BA$639
Villages at Eden CrossingNook1BR,1BA$774
Crosscreek Apartments and Townhomes2 bed2BR,1BA$775
Mason RunMasr 0AStudio,1BA$776
Chelsea Townhomes1 Bedroom Garden1BR,1BA$789
East Broad PlazaCedar1BR,1BA$805
Kimberly Court ApartmentsOne Bedroom, One Bathroom 470 sq1BR,1BA$810
StonecrestThe Crest1BR,1BA$839
Yearling GreenModel1A1BR,1BA$850
Pine Grove Apartments1 Bed and 1 Bath Apartments for Rent | Entirely...1BR,1BA$875

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shady Lane, OH

As of May 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Shady Lane area is the $1.00 price per square foot Maple Model at McNaughten Woods Townhomes in the in the Greenbriar Farm neighborhood starting from $2,035. The second greatest value Shady Lane apartment is the 2 bed Model at Crosscreek Apartments and Townhomes starting at $775 with a $0.46 price per square foot in the Eastland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shady Lane apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
McNaughten Woods TownhomesMaple2BR,2.5BA$1.00
Crosscreek Apartments and Townhomes2 bed2BR,1.5BA$0.46
Chantry Village ApartmentsThe King Maple2BR,2BA$1.24
Townhomes at FairwaysColony Diamond Renovation2BR,1.5BA$1.26
Colonial Park TownhomesB32BR,2.5BA$1.21
HIBERNIAThe Edenberry1BR,1BA$1.14
Cherryblossom WayBritton2BR,1BA$1.17
Ashley Village2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.10
StonecrestThe Crest1BR,1BA$1.26
East Broad PlazaCedar1BR,1BA$1.23

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Shady Lane, Columbus, OH

Ranked #70

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities across the United States and customized analysis for East Columbus. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Shady Lane Neighborhood in Columbus, OH

Walk Score®

58 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

44 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

35 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Shady Lane Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Shady Lane?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Shady Lane is at Cornerstone Crossing listed at $639.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Shady Lane Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Shady Lane Apartment is $769 at Cornerstone Crossing.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Shady Lane is starting from $775 at Crosscreek Apartments and Townhomes.

What is the most affordable Shady Lane Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Shady Lane Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Eden of Whitehall and starts from $1,149.

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