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Walden Lakes

$1,325 – $2,075/mo

3870 Codet Rd, Columbus, OH, 43219

What floor plans are available at Walden Lakes?

Walden Lakes currently lists 2 floor plans across 12 available units, from one-bedroom to two-bedroom, starting at $1,325/mo. 4 one-bedrooms from $1,325 to $1,515/mo (681 sq ft), earliest move-in Sep 25. 8 two-bedrooms from $1,520 to $2,075/mo (957 sq ft), earliest move-in Sep 23. Prices checked September 24, 2026.

The Alum

Starting at $1,325

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 681 Sq Ft

4 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
203$1,515681Sep 25
306$1,415681Oct 15
204$1,475681Oct 26
105$1,325681Nov 23

The Sandusky

Starting at $1,520

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 957 Sq Ft

8 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
305 305$1,890957Sep 23
306 306$1,910957Sep 23
201 201$2,075957Oct 9
208 208$1,925957Oct 23
302 302$1,935957Oct 23
107 107$1,745957Nov 9
304 304$1,740957Nov 11
307 307$1,520957Dec 22

What are the fees and lease terms at Walden Lakes?

Rent at Walden Lakes is $1,325 – $2,075 per month. Leases are typically 12 months. Monthly fees include Garage, Pet Rent (Per Pet), and Renter's Insurance. Due at signing: Administrave Fee ($200), Applicaon Fee ($50), and Insurance Placement Fee ($10). The earliest listed move-in is Sep 23. Prices checked September 24, 2026.

  • Rent

    $1,325 – $2,075/mo
  • Lease term

    12 months
  • Earliest move-in

    Sep 23

Monthly fees

Garage

$150/mo

Pet Rent (Per Pet)

$50/mo

Renter's Insurance

$18.75/mo

Trash Removal

$15/mo

Due at signing

Administrave Fee

$200

Applicaon Fee

$50

Insurance Placement Fee

$10

Insurance Placement Policy

$15

Late Fee

$150

Non-Sufficient Funds

$50

Pet Fee

$300

Security Deposit (Refundable)

$750

Vacant Unit Cost Recovery

$50

What amenities does Walden Lakes have?

Walden Lakes lists 9 amenities, including a gym, a pool, and pet-friendly spaces.

  • 24-Hour Harborfit Fitness Center

  • Access To I-70 And I-270

  • Community Center With Free Wi-Fi

  • Easy Commute To Downtown Columbus, New Albany & Easton Town Center

  • Pet-Friendly Community

  • Professional Landscaping

  • Resident Coffee Bar

  • Resident Cyber Stations

  • Resort-Style Swimming Pool With Large Sundeck


What do the amenities at Walden Lakes look like?

  • Pool
    8 photos
  • Gym

Where is Walden Lakes?

Walden Lakes is at 3870 Codet Rd, Columbus, OH, 43219.

3870 Codet Rd, Columbus, OH, 43219


What is the neighborhood around Walden Lakes like?

Walden Lakes is in the Somerset neighborhood of Columbus. From Walden Lakes, the nearest grocery store is Market District (15-minute walk).

  • Nearest grocery store

    Market District · 15-minute walk

Residents give Walden Lakes a C grade (about 3.7 out of 5) from 89 reviews. Residents report a mixed experience with strong leasing office service contrasting sharply with ongoing property maintenance concerns. While staff communication and move-in assistance receive consistent praise, persistent issues with trash management, pest control, security, and utility costs significantly detract from the overall living experience.

3.70
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management3.3
Amenities and Shared Spaces2.2
Maintenance2.0
Building Quality1.5
Location2.2

Residents report a mixed experience with strong leasing office service contrasting sharply with ongoing property maintenance concerns. While staff communication and move-in assistance receive consistent praise, persistent issues with trash management, pest control, security, and utility costs significantly detract from the overall living experience. Property condition and grounds upkeep remain problematic despite some recent management improvements.

Management responsiveness and staff professionalism are inconsistent across the property. While some staff members receive consistent praise for helpfulness and friendliness, communication gaps, delayed responses to maintenance requests, and billing issues are frequently reported. Trash management and grounds maintenance remain persistent concerns, with accumulation around compactors and throughout the community regularly cited as a significant problem.

Amenities at this property include a basic gym, mid-sized pool, and dog park, though the pool experiences overcrowding due to temporary facility sharing with a neighboring community. Significant recurring concerns center on trash accumulation around dumpsters, grounds, and common areas, along with parking availability issues as occupancy increases. Security concerns include vehicle break-ins and requests for expanded camera coverage; maintenance responds promptly to work orders, but communication from the leasing office is inconsistent.

Maintenance response times are generally prompt when work orders are submitted, but follow-through and issue resolution are inconsistent concerns. Residents report work orders marked complete without repairs being made, unresolved plumbing and appliance issues, and lack of verification that problems are actually fixed. Property-wide maintenance challenges include trash accumulation, grounds upkeep, and pest control issues that affect multiple units.

Residents report significant building quality and maintenance concerns, particularly following a management transition. Common issues include incomplete finishes and drywall dust at move-in, thin walls allowing noise transfer between units, pest control problems including roach infestations, and inadequate trash management with overflowing compactors. Security and upkeep have deteriorated, with reports of frequent vehicle break-ins and delayed maintenance responses.

Location convenience is mixed, with generally adequate parking availability offset by concerns about insufficient spaces during peak occupancy and limited nearby amenities requiring residents to travel elsewhere. Transit access and commute convenience are not prominently discussed in reviews. The property's main location-related challenge is ongoing trash and grounds maintenance, which residents attribute to both inadequate staffing and resident non-compliance with disposal protocols.


Is Walden Lakes walkable?

Walden Lakes is car-dependent (grade F), transit is minimal (grade F), and biking is not bikeable (grade F).

WALK

Car-Dependent

TRANSIT

Minimal Transit

BIKE

Not Bikeable


What is Walden Lakes like?

Tour pet-friendly 1, 2, & 3 bedroom apartments at Walden Lakes in Columbus, OH with a pool, fitness center, and private patios. Schedule your visit.


How big is Walden Lakes?

Walden Lakes is a building 05.

  • Building

    Apartment · Building 05

What schools are near Walden Lakes?

City Kids Day Care & Lc is 0.5 miles from Walden Lakes. 10 schools are listed nearby.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

City Kids Day Care & Lc

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.5 mi

Our Kidz Enrich Child Care Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.6 mi

Cassady Alternative Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary1.0 mi

Columbus Adventist Academy

Private · Middle
PrivateMiddle1.2 mi

Mifflin Alternative Middle School

Public · Middle
PublicMiddle1.3 mi

Ohio Construction Academy

Charter · High
CharterHigh1.3 mi

Mifflin High School

Public · High
PublicHigh1.3 mi

Early Childhood Education and Family Center

Public · Preschool
PublicPreschool1.3 mi

Legacy Academy of Excellence

Charter · Middle
CharterMiddle1.6 mi

Insight School Of Ohio

Charter · High
CharterHigh2.4 mi

How do I contact Walden Lakes?

Walden Lakes is managed by Harbor Group International. Call +13802303741 to tour or ask about availability.