Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South End Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $600 (36 Rentals)

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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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1467 E Mound
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1467 E Mound

1467 E MoundColumbus, OH 43205
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The Livingston
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Livingston

1573 E Livingston AveColumbus, OH 43205
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1580 E Mound St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1580 E Mound St

1580 E Mound StColumbus, OH 43205
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Lockbourne Greene
2 Bedroom Apartments

Lockbourne Greene

1840 Lockbourne RdColumbus, OH 43207
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South End, Columbus, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available South End Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South End area of Columbus, OH is a Studio unit found at Columbus Park Apartments priced from $739. Long View has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $895. Here are the most affordable South End apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Columbus Park ApartmentsThe AlumStudio,1BA$739
Long View2 BD 1 BA2BR,1BA$895
Lockbourne GreeneTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$904
835 E Mithoff StTwo Beds2BR,1BA$925
Jaeger SquareA5Studio,1BA$1,011
LC RiverSouthS1 - MTNStudio,1BA$1,025
The Livingston1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,050
One at the PenninsulaS1-3-80Studio,1BA$1,099
The EthanElla West1BR,1BA$1,250
Library ParkS11Studio,1BA$1,385

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South End, OH

As of February 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the South End area is the $0.85 price per square foot 4BR/2.0BA Model at 414-416 E. Whittier St in the in the Downtown Columbus neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value South End apartment is the 5 BR, 1 1/2 BA - Premium Model at SkyView starting at $1,624 with a $1.10 price per square foot in the South Columbus neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South End apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
414-416 E. Whittier St4BR/2.0BA4BR,2BA$0.85
SkyView5 BR, 1 1/2 BA - Premium5BR,1.5BA$1.10
193 E Whittier St, Unit 2nd floor flat193 E Whittier St3BR,1BA$1.07
520 S 5th St520 S 5th St2BR,1.5BA$1.67
Brewers YardThurman1BR,1BA$1.78
Market Mohawk ApartmentsFlat w/ Balcony2BR,1BA$1.71
835 E Mithoff StTwo Beds2BR,1BA$1.03
Lockbourne GreeneTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.03
The Livingston1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.55
Long View2 BD 1 BA2BR,1BA$1.35

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South End, Columbus, OH

Ranked #132

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South End Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South End?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South End is at Columbus Park Apartments listed at $739.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South End Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South End Apartment is $789 at Columbus Park Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South End is starting from $895 at Long View.

What is the most affordable South End Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap South End Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Columbus Park Apartments and starts from $1,129.

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