Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Campus Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $500 (23 Rentals)

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The Complex
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Complex

1476-1513 King AveColumbus, OH 43212
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SK-1516
Studio Apartments

SK-1516

1516 King AveColumbus, OH 43212
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1400 King Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1400 King Ave

1400 King AveColumbus, OH 43212
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King/Ashland
2 Bedroom Apartments

King/Ashland

1126-1136 King AveColumbus, OH 43212

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SK-1450
1 Bedroom Apartments

SK-1450

1450 W King AveColumbus, OH 43212
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Grandview Area
2 Bedroom Apartments

Grandview Area

1225 King AveColumbus, OH 43212
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West Campus, Columbus, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Campus Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Campus area of Columbus, OH is a Studio unit found at Star King Apartments priced from $715. SK-1516 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $765. Here are the most affordable West Campus apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Star King ApartmentsStudio A (Mid)Studio,1BA$715
SK-15163rd Floor Studio AStudio,1BA$765
Riverwatch TowersHuron 2 - FurnishedStudio,1BA$865
Heritage ApartmentsIndependence StudioStudio,1BA$878
SK-1450SM 1BR/1BA (1st fl)1BR,1BA$900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Campus, OH

As of April 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Campus area is the $2.07 price per square foot Scarlet Model at Lane Lofts in the in the West Olentangy neighborhood starting from $2,099. The second greatest value West Campus apartment is the 1BRCH-B Model at Grandview Village Apartments starting at $1,475 with a $1.74 price per square foot in the Tri-Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Campus apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Lane LoftsScarlet2BR,2BA$2.07
Grandview Village Apartments1BRCH-B1BR,1BA$1.74
Peake ApartmentsMartin1BR,1BA$1.88
1836 North Star Rd, Unit B1836 North Star Rd1BR,1BA$1.54
Grant ParkThe Riverside1BR,1BA$1.83
Stadium View ApartmentsThe Buckeye1BR,1BA$1.84
Somerset Square1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.00
SK-1450SM 1BR/1BA (3rd fl)1BR,1BA$2.04
SK-15163rd Floor Studio AStudio ,1BA$2.19
Star King ApartmentsStudio A (Mid)Studio ,1BA$2.04

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
West Campus, Columbus, OH

Ranked #123

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the West Campus Neighborhood in Columbus, OH

Walk Score®

44 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

67 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

25 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Campus Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West Campus?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West Campus is at Star King Apartments listed at $715.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Campus Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Campus Apartment is $900 at SK-1450.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Campus is starting from $1,123 at Heritage Apartments.

What is the most affordable West Campus Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap West Campus Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Heritage Apartments and starts from $1,689.

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