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Starting at $1,325
1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 681 Sq Ft
| 4 available units | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 203 | $1,515 | 681 | Sep 25 | |
| 306 | $1,415 | 681 | Oct 15 | |
| 204 | $1,475 | 681 | Oct 26 | |
| 105 | $1,325 | 681 | Nov 23 |
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$1,325 – $2,075/mo
3870 Codet Rd, Columbus, OH, 43219Walden 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.
Starting at $1,325
1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 681 Sq Ft
| 4 available units | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 203 | $1,515 | 681 | Sep 25 | |
| 306 | $1,415 | 681 | Oct 15 | |
| 204 | $1,475 | 681 | Oct 26 | |
| 105 | $1,325 | 681 | Nov 23 |
Starting at $1,520
2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 957 Sq Ft
| 8 available units | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 305 305 | $1,890 | 957 | Sep 23 | |
| 306 306 | $1,910 | 957 | Sep 23 | |
| 201 201 | $2,075 | 957 | Oct 9 | |
| 208 208 | $1,925 | 957 | Oct 23 | |
| 302 302 | $1,935 | 957 | Oct 23 | |
| 107 107 | $1,745 | 957 | Nov 9 | |
| 304 304 | $1,740 | 957 | Nov 11 | |
| 307 307 | $1,520 | 957 | Dec 22 |
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/moLease term
12 monthsEarliest move-in
Sep 23Garage | $150/mo |
Pet Rent (Per Pet) | $50/mo |
Renter's Insurance | $18.75/mo |
Trash Removal | $15/mo |
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 |
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
Walden Lakes is at 3870 Codet Rd, Columbus, OH, 43219.
3870 Codet Rd, Columbus, OH, 43219
Walden Lakes is in the Somerset neighborhood of Columbus. From Walden Lakes, the nearest grocery store is Market District (15-minute walk).
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Market District · 15-minute walkResidents 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.
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.
Walden Lakes is car-dependent (grade F), transit is minimal (grade F), and biking is not bikeable (grade F).
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Car-Dependent
F
Minimal Transit
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Not Bikeable
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.
Walden Lakes is a building 05.
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Apartment · Building 05City Kids Day Care & Lc is 0.5 miles from Walden Lakes. 10 schools are listed nearby.
| School | Type | Level | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
City Kids Day Care & Lc Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.5 mi |
Our Kidz Enrich Child Care Center Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.6 mi |
Cassady Alternative Elementary School Public · Elementary | Public | Elementary | 1.0 mi |
Columbus Adventist Academy Private · Middle | Private | Middle | 1.2 mi |
Mifflin Alternative Middle School Public · Middle | Public | Middle | 1.3 mi |
Ohio Construction Academy Charter · High | Charter | High | 1.3 mi |
Mifflin High School Public · High | Public | High | 1.3 mi |
Early Childhood Education and Family Center Public · Preschool | Public | Preschool | 1.3 mi |
Legacy Academy of Excellence Charter · Middle | Charter | Middle | 1.6 mi |
Insight School Of Ohio Charter · High | Charter | High | 2.4 mi |
Walden Lakes is managed by Harbor Group International. Call +13802303741 to tour or ask about availability.