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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 Winchester Oaks priced from $665. Gardenview Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable South Columbus apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Winchester OaksStudioStudio,1BA$665
Gardenview FlatsTaco ‘Bout a Deal at Gardenview Flats!Studio,1BA$700
Mason RunMasr 0AStudio,1BA$771
Columbus Park ApartmentsThe Milbrook1BR,1BA$789
Capital Pointe - WoodviewCapp 1B1BR,1BA$830

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Columbus, OH

As of April 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Columbus area is the $1.36 price per square foot Capewood Model at Redwood Obetz in the in the South Columbus neighborhood starting from $2,199. The second greatest value South Columbus apartment is the Unit C 4 bedroom TH Model at Madison Grove Townhomes starting at $1,535 with a $1.14 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.
Redwood ObetzCapewood2BR,2BA$1.36
Madison Grove TownhomesUnit C 4 bedroom TH4BR,2.5BA$1.14
672 Stewart Ave, Unit 672StewartAve672 Stewart Ave3BR,1BA$1.19
Mason RunMasr 3A3BR,1BA$1.29
Riverdale PlazaAspen2BR,1.5BA$1.16
Lockbourne GreeneTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.03
Ashley Village2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.10
Heather Glen Townhomes2 Bed, 1 Bath Townhome2BR,1BA$1.22
Capital Pointe - WoodviewCapp 1B1BR,1BA$1.19
Columbus Renaissance Housing I1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.34

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Columbus

What type of rentals are currently available in South Columbus?

There are currently 217 Apartments for Rent in South Columbus, OH with pricing that ranges from $381 to $8,310. There are also 83 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Columbus ranging from $840 to $3,990.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Columbus?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Columbus ranges from $840 to $3,990 with an average monthly rent of $1,648.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Columbus?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Columbus range from $511 to $4,340, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,249 to $3,990. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,650 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,535.

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