Affordable Apartments for Rent in Columbus, OH from $300

853 E Jenkins Ave #4, Columbus, OH 43207
$300/mo
Studio
853 E Jenkins Ave #4Columbus, OH 43207
Starling Yard, Columbus, OH 43222
$401+ /mo
1 - 3 beds · 17 units available
Starling YardColumbus, OH 43222
Call(614) 683-4782
Franklin Park Apartments, Columbus, OH 43205
$650+ /mo
Studio - 1 bed · 13 units available
Franklin Park ApartmentsColumbus, OH 43205
Price Drop
Call(614) 304-3424
Parkville, Columbus, OH 43229
$674+ /mo
Studio - 1 bed · 6 units available
ParkvilleColumbus, OH 43229
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Call(614) 810-7302
2085 W Broad St #209, Columbus, OH 43223
$695/mo
1 bed · 1 bath · 505 sq ft
2085 W Broad St #209Columbus, OH 43223
1963 W Broad St #8, Columbus, OH 43223
$695/mo
1 bed · 1 bath · 600 sq ft
1963 W Broad St #8Columbus, OH 43223
36 N Guilford Ave, Columbus, OH 43222
$695/mo
Studio · 1 bath · 304 sq ft
36 N Guilford AveColumbus, OH 43222
415 Nace Ave #A, Columbus, OH 43223
$700/mo
1 bed · 2 units available
415 Nace Ave #AColumbus, OH 43223
2003 W Broad St #A, Columbus, OH 43223
$700/mo
1 bed · 1.5 baths · 7,260 sq ft
2003 W Broad St #AColumbus, OH 43223
2324 Avenwood Ct, Columbus, OH 43229
$705/mo
Studio · 1 bath · 288 sq ft
2324 Avenwood CtColumbus, OH 43229
409 Ryan Ave #B, Columbus, OH 43223
$715/mo
Studio · 1 bath · 450 sq ft
409 Ryan Ave #BColumbus, OH 43223
5451-5471 Red Bird Ct, Columbus, OH 43232
$725/mo
Studio · 1 units available
5451-5471 Red Bird CtColumbus, OH 43232
5311 W Broad St #C, Columbus, OH 43228
$725/mo
1 bed · 1 bath · 656 sq ft
5311 W Broad St #CColumbus, OH 43228
Essington Village, Columbus, OH 43229
$729+ /mo
Studio - 3 beds · 4 units available
Essington VillageColumbus, OH 43229
The Retreat at Walnut Creek, Columbus, OH 43232
$733+ /mo
1 - 2 beds · 20 units available
The Retreat at Walnut CreekColumbus, OH 43232
New Today
Clear Point Gardens, Columbus, OH 43224
$739+ /mo
1 - 3 beds · 41 units available
Clear Point GardensColumbus, OH 43224
New Today
Easton Ridge Apartments, Columbus, OH 43230
$740+ /mo
Studio - 2 beds · 3 units available
Easton Ridge ApartmentsColumbus, OH 43230
Hamilton Park, Columbus, OH 43203
$740/mo
Studio · 2 units available
Hamilton ParkColumbus, OH 43203
Altitude Columbus, Columbus, OH 43212
$745+ /mo
3 - 4 beds · 4 units available
Altitude ColumbusColumbus, OH 43212
4927 Myers Rd, Columbus, OH 43232
$745/mo
1 bed · 1 bath · 709 sq ft
4927 Myers RdColumbus, OH 43232
2582 Dresden St #B, Columbus, OH 43211
$745/mo
1 bed · 1 bath
2582 Dresden St #BColumbus, OH 43211
$500 Off
West Of Eastland, Columbus, OH 43232
$749+ /mo
Studio - 1 bed · 14 units available
West Of EastlandColumbus, OH 43232
New Today
4921 Myers Rd, Columbus, OH 43232
$749/mo
1 bed · 1 bath · 709 sq ft
4921 Myers RdColumbus, OH 43232
Cleve-Royal Apartments, Columbus, OH 43224
$750/mo
1 bed · 1 units available
Cleve-Royal ApartmentsColumbus, OH 43224
3669 Cleveland Ave, Columbus, OH 43224
$750/mo
1 bed · 3 units available
3669 Cleveland AveColumbus, OH 43224
1418 Selkirk Rd #E, Columbus, OH 43227
$750/mo
1 bed · 1 bath · 500 sq ft
1418 Selkirk Rd #EColumbus, OH 43227View units
1009 Lilley Ave #A, Columbus, OH 43206
$750/mo
1 bed · 1 bath · 600 sq ft
1009 Lilley Ave #AColumbus, OH 43206View units
113-115 Meek Ave #113, Columbus, OH 43222
$750/mo
2 beds · 1 bath
113-115 Meek Ave #113Columbus, OH 43222
160 N Sylvan Ave #10, Columbus, OH 43204
$750/mo
1 bed · 1 bath · 442 sq ft
160 N Sylvan Ave #10Columbus, OH 43204
Special Offer
Pine Grove Apartments, Columbus, OH 43232
$750+ /mo
Studio - 1 bed · 5 units available
Pine Grove ApartmentsColumbus, OH 43232
Plumwood, Columbus, OH 43228
$759+ /mo
Studio - 1 bed · 12 units available
PlumwoodColumbus, OH 43228
New Today
Fairwood Commons, Columbus, OH 43205
$764+ /mo
1 bed · 3 units available
Fairwood CommonsColumbus, OH 43205
Scioto Fairway Woods Apartments, Columbus, OH 43228
$765+ /mo
Studio - 1 bed · 4 units available
Scioto Fairway Woods ApartmentsColumbus, OH 43228
356 E 14th Ave #1A, Columbus, OH 43201
$765/mo
Studio · 1 bath · 365 sq ft
356 E 14th Ave #1AColumbus, OH 43201
1544 E Broad St #100, Columbus, OH 43203
$765/mo
Studio · 1 bath · 500 sq ft
1544 E Broad St #100Columbus, OH 43203View units
Tall Oaks, Columbus, OH 43224
$774+ /mo
Studio - 2 beds · 11 units available
Tall OaksColumbus, OH 43224
New Today
3663 Cleveland Ave, Columbus, OH 43224
$775/mo
1 bed · 2 units available
3663 Cleveland AveColumbus, OH 43224
2405 Belcher Dr #B, Columbus, OH 43224
$775/mo
1 bed · 1 bath · 712 sq ft
2405 Belcher Dr #BColumbus, OH 43224
Coves at Columbus on Cleveland Ave, Columbus, OH 43224
$775+ /mo
1 bed · 16 units available
Coves at Columbus on Cleveland AveColumbus, OH 43224
1456 N 5th St #A, Columbus, OH 43201
$775/mo
Studio · 1 bath · 450 sq ft
1456 N 5th St #AColumbus, OH 43201

Columbus Snapshot

Frequently asked questions

How many cheaper, more affordable apartments are available in Columbus, OH?

There are 12.3k cheaper apartment units available for rent.

What does "Cheap" mean for Apartment rentals in Columbus, OH?

Cheap is a relative term to communicate more "affordable" rental and living expenses. Although a property might be found within the "Cheap Apartments" search, does not mean it is a low-quality rental. These more affordable apartments are also relative to the other apartment inventory within Columbus. Some areas will be cheaper than others and based on demand, rent will fluctuate.

How to search for Cheap Apartments in Columbus, OH?

When searching on HotPads for more affordable apartments, use the "Sort:" feature to sort apartments by Lowest Price for Columbus. Additionally, set a max price for your search and select "Save search" to be notified in real-time when "cheaper" apartments come on the market.

What are some additional tips for securing a "cheaper" apartment?

Although a larger multi-tenant building is less likely to negotiate rental terms there are a few things that don't hurt to try, including:

Offer to sign a longer lease for lowered monthly rent
Negotiate landscaping or property maintenance for lowered monthly rent
Ask about becoming an onsite property manager
Educate yourself regarding the apartment rental market and market rates in Columbus. Knowing this will help you accurately negotiate fair rent.

About Columbus

Columbus is the 15th most-populated city in the United States and the largest city in Ohio. Columbus is also the capital of the state of Ohio. Located in central Ohio, the 212.6 square mile Columbus is a popular city for renters in the Mid-west and is one of the fastest growing cities in the United States.

Living in Columbus, OH

Renting an apartment or rental house in Columbus tends to be more affordable than other cities. Residents in Columbus, OH can take in the cultural and historic landmarks, picnic in the extensive park system, and enjoy the Scioto and Olentangy rivers that meet west of the city.

Columbus is also home to the largest university in the United States, The Ohio State University (OSU). It is also home to many other colleges and universities in and around the city.

Traveling to and from Columbus is facilitated by Port Columbus International Airport, as well as other smaller airports in the area.

Sports in Columbus, OH

In addition to the successful sports program at The Ohio State University, Columbus is also home to a number of professional sport teams such as:

Arena Football League-- Columbus Destroyers (Nationwide Arena)

Major League Soccer-- Columbus Crew (Columbus Crew Stadium)

National Hockey League-- Columbus Blue Jackets (Nationwide Arena)

Interesting Fact about Columbus, OH

Half of the population of the United States live within a 500 mile radius of Columbus, OH.