Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Columbus Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $300 (28 Rentals)

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Named as one of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods to rent in Columbus by our Columbus, OH Local Expert Kim Mooneyham. See how it ranks!

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Seton South Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Seton South Apartments

155 Highview BlvdColumbus, OH 43207
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Parsons Village West
2 Bedroom Apartments

Parsons Village West

1854 S Washington AveColumbus, OH 43207
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Elim Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Elim Manor

3180-3200 Elim Manor CtColumbus, OH 43232
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Columbus's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about Columbus and the best places to live with original content written by our Columbus, OH Local Expert Kim Mooneyham

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Aries Court
1 Bedroom Apartments

Aries Court

3783 Aries Brook DrColumbus, OH 43207
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Marsh Run
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Marsh Run

2393 Canal Bay WayColumbus, OH 43232
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Fairgate Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Fairgate Apartments

1523 Burstock RdColumbus, OH 43206
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Fair Oaks Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Fair Oaks Apartments

1683 Smith RdColumbus, OH 43207
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South Columbus, Columbus, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Columbus Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Columbus area of Columbus, OH is a Studio unit found at Gardenview Flats priced from $700. Columbus Park Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $789. Here are the most affordable South Columbus apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Gardenview FlatsLimited Availability—Act Fast!Studio,1BA$700
Columbus Park ApartmentsThe Milbrook1BR,1BA$789
Mason RunMasr 1A1BR,1BA$826
Capital Pointe - WoodviewCapp 1B1BR,1BA$845
Chatham Village1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$899
Lockbourne GreeneTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$904
Columbus Renaissance Housing I1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$925
835 E Mithoff StTwo Beds2BR,1BA$925
Ashley Village2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Columbus, OH

As of April 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Columbus area is the $1.14 price per square foot Unit C 4 bedroom TH Model at Madison Grove Townhomes in the in the South Columbus neighborhood starting from $1,530. The second greatest value South Columbus apartment is the Meadowood Model at Redwood Obetz starting at $1,824 with a $1.38 price per square foot in the South Columbus neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Columbus apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Madison Grove TownhomesUnit C 4 bedroom TH4BR,2.5BA$1.14
Redwood ObetzMeadowood2BR,2BA$1.38
672 Stewart Ave, Unit 672StewartAve672 Stewart Ave3BR,1BA$1.19
Mason RunMasr 3A3BR,1BA$1.29
835 E Mithoff StTwo Beds2BR,1BA$1.03
Lockbourne GreeneTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.03
Ashley Village2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.10
Heather Glen Townhomes2 Bed, 1 Bath Townhome2BR,1BA$1.16
Capital Pointe - WoodviewCapp 1B1BR,1BA$1.21
Columbus Renaissance Housing I1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.34

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South Columbus, Columbus, OH

Ranked #149

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

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4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Ohio, including Columbus. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Columbus Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in South Columbus?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Columbus is under $950.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Columbus?

The cheapest apartment in South Columbus is Gardenview Flats which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in South Columbus costs $1,731.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Columbus?

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 13 regular apartments in South Columbus 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 South Columbus?

Cheap apartments in South Columbus have an average cost of $129 which is $1,602 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Columbus.

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