Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Shepard Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $400 (63 Rentals)

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530 - JAMES PLAZA
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530 - JAMES PLAZA

827 S James RdColumbus, OH 43227
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1467 E Mound
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1467 E Mound

1467 E MoundColumbus, OH 43205
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Sterling Court
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Sterling Court

3145-3235 Sterling LnColumbus, OH 43219
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Longview Apartments
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Longview Apartments

1728-1738 E Long StColumbus, OH 43203
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Broadway Apartments
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Broadway Apartments

775 E Broad StColumbus, OH 43205
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1150 Bryden
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1150 Bryden

1150 Bryden RdColumbus, OH 43205
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Shepard, Columbus, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available Shepard Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Shepard area of Columbus, OH is a Studio unit found at Belmont Apartments priced from $425. Broadmoor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $695. Here are the most affordable Shepard apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Belmont ApartmentsStudent RoomStudio,1BA$425
BroadmoorStudioStudio,1BA$695
Franklin Park ApartmentsOne Bedroom - Renovated1BR,1BA$699
Broadway Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$745
Bexley PlazaAspen1BR,1BA$765
Broadleigh LoftsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$789
Clifton Woods Apartments1 BD 1 BA1BR,1BA$800
Gateway ApartmentsGateway 1 bedroom1BR,1BA$816
610 - ROYAL YORK APARTMENTS, LLC1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$839
Eden at Bexley Crossing1 Bedroom with Walkthrough Kitchen1BR,1BA$899

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shepard, OH

As of March 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Shepard 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 Shepard 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 Shepard 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
Broadleigh LoftsThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.31
Townhomes on James and FairJames TH22BR,1BA$1.05
Atcheson Place LoftsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.98
69 N 20th St, Unit I69 N 20th St2BR,1BA$1.17
Fairwood Commons1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.26
Broadway Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.35

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Shepard, Columbus, OH

Ranked #44

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central Columbus, OH. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, features that make it easier to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Shepard Neighborhood in Columbus, OH

Walk Score®

43 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

53 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

35 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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 Shepard Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Shepard?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Shepard is at Belmont Apartments listed at $425.

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

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

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Shepard is starting from $850 at Gateway Apartments.

What is the most affordable Shepard Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Shepard Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Gateway Apartments and starts from $974.

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