Cleve Royale (3607 Cleveland Ave, 43224) sits right on the CMAX rapid transit line, with studios from $800 and 1-beds from $850, so you can reach downtown Columbus fast without owning a car.
Hunting for affordable apartments near the CMAX line in Columbus? Maybe you commute downtown for work or school, and you would rather not pay for a car, gas, and parking on top of your rent. Cleve Royale makes that easy. Our building sits on Cleveland Avenue in the North Linden area of Northeast Columbus, ZIP 43224, and CMAX rapid transit runs right out front. Studios start from $800 a month and one-bedroom homes start from $850 a month, so your budget stretches further while you stay connected to the whole city.
How Fast Can You Get Downtown?
CMAX is Columbus's bus rapid transit, and it runs the length of Cleveland Avenue with frequent buses and fewer stops than a regular route. From Cleve Royale you can hop on and be headed toward Downtown Columbus in minutes. That means you can leave the car at home, or skip owning one at all, and still make it to a job, a class, or a night out. When you are done, you come back to a quiet building and a rent that does not eat your whole paycheck.
Living right on a rapid transit line, rather than out in a spot where you need a car for every errand, is one of the smartest moves a budget-minded renter can make. Cars are expensive once you add up insurance, gas, repairs, and parking downtown. By choosing a home on the CMAX corridor in 43224, you keep an easy ride to work and the city center while paying some of the lowest rents on the block. You get freedom to move around town without the monthly cost of a car sitting in a lot.
Commute Downtown for Less
Plenty of Cleve Royale residents work or study downtown, from office jobs to shifts in restaurants, hotels, and hospitals. When your bus stop is steps from your door, your commute stays short, cheap, and dependable. That saves you both time and money every single week. Living here means you can hold a downtown job or attend classes at Columbus State and still pay a rent built for a tight budget. Curious what is hiring around here? Read our guide to jobs near Northeast Columbus as you plan your move.
A reliable ride matters most when your hours are early or late. If your shift starts before sunrise or wraps up after the last errand, you do not want to be stuck scraping ice off a windshield or fighting for a parking spot. CMAX runs often, so catching a bus is simple even at odd hours. It also makes grabbing an extra shift or an evening class far less of a hassle, since getting there and back is quick.
Getting Around Without a Car
No car? At Cleve Royale that is a feature, not a problem. The CMAX line on Cleveland Avenue is right at your doorstep, and it connects to the wider COTA network so you can reach shopping, appointments, and other parts of the city with a transfer or two. Want the details on the route? Check our post on apartments near the CMAX bus line. Brand new to riding transit in Columbus? Our step-by-step guide to getting around Columbus without a car walks you through the basics.
What Your Rent Includes
A low rent does not mean a run-down apartment here. Homes at Cleve Royale are freshly renovated and ready for move-in. Each unit comes with a refrigerator, an oven, heat and air conditioning, and is cable-ready, and select homes include a microwave and a private patio. Trash and a shared on-site laundry room are covered too. Take a look at current floor plans and pricing to find the layout that fits, and browse our apartment features to see everything included with your home.
What Else Is Nearby
The commute is not the only perk of this corner of 43224. Easton Town Center is a quick trip for shopping, food, and a movie. Sharon Woods Metro Park offers free trails and fishing when you want green space. A branch of the Columbus Metropolitan Library sits nearby for books, Wi-Fi, and programs, and Saraga International Grocery stocks affordable foods from around the world. John Glenn International Airport is only about 16 minutes away. For more ideas, see free things to do in Northeast Columbus and our roundup of budget international groceries in the area.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the CMAX bus stop near Cleve Royale?
Yes. Cleve Royale sits right on the Cleveland Avenue corridor, and CMAX rapid transit runs along that street with frequent service and a straight shot toward downtown. If you do not drive, this gives you a real, everyday way to reach work, school, shopping, and appointments without buying a car or paying for gas and parking.
Do you have a studio or 1-bedroom for a solo renter?
Yes. Studios start from $800 a month and one-bedroom, one-bath homes start from $850 a month, which makes Cleve Royale a strong pick for a first apartment, a student, or anyone commuting downtown alone. Every adult 18 and over on the lease applies, so check our floor plans and get started when you are ready.
How fast is the ride to downtown Columbus?
Because CMAX is bus rapid transit with limited stops, the trip from Cleve Royale toward Downtown Columbus is quick, and buses come often enough that you are not stuck waiting. That easy ride keeps your day simple whether you are heading to a job, a class, or a night out in the city center.
Ready to live on the CMAX line and spend less? Cleve Royale Apartments, 3607 Cleveland Ave, Columbus, OH 43224. Reach our leasing office with any questions, or start your rental application today. See studios and 1-beds available now.
