Cheap Homes for Rent in the Central Hilltop Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $950 (6 Rentals)

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Cheapest Available Central Hilltop Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Hilltop area of Columbus, OH is a 2 Beds unit found at 148 S Powell Ave. priced from $1,000. 299-321 Martha Avenue has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here are the most affordable Central Hilltop apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
148 S Powell Ave.148 S Powell2BR,1BA$1,000
299-321 Martha Avenue2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1,050
87-97 Burgess2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Hilltop, OH

As of September 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Hilltop area is the $0.92 price per square foot 213 Midland Ave Model at 213 Midland Ave, Unit 213 Midland Ave in the in the Greater Hilltop neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Central Hilltop apartment is the 3 Beds, 1.5 Baths Model at 95-97 Whitethorne Ave starting at $1,150 with a $0.91 price per square foot in the Greater Hilltop neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Hilltop apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
213 Midland Ave, Unit 213 Midland Ave213 Midland Ave3BR,1BA$0.92
95-97 Whitethorne Ave3 Beds, 1.5 Baths3BR,1.5BA$0.91
87-97 Burgess2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.16
148 S Powell Ave.148 S Powell2BR,1BA$1.11

Frequently Asked Questions about Central Hilltop

What type of rentals are currently available in Central Hilltop?

There are currently 95 Apartments for Rent in Central Hilltop, OH with pricing that ranges from $850 to $1,380. There are also 24 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Hilltop ranging from $950 to $1,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Central Hilltop?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central Hilltop ranges from $950 to $1,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,338.

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