
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Greater Hilltop Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $401 (315 Rentals)
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36 N Guilford Ave

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420 S Powell Ave

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Raccoon Creek Apartments

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65 N Brinker Ave

1726 River Bend Rd
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Greater Hilltop, Columbus, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Greater Hilltop?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greater Hilltop Studio Apartments | $1,294 | $695 | $2,381 |
| Greater Hilltop 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,585 | $401 | $4,478 |
| Greater Hilltop 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,928 | $775 | $6,995 |
| Greater Hilltop 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,290 | $1,068 | $6,995 |
| Greater Hilltop 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,130 | $1,585 | $4,328 |
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Cheapest Available Greater Hilltop Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Greater Hilltop area of Columbus, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Starling Yard priced from $401. Alpine Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $675. Here are the most affordable Greater Hilltop apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starling Yard | 1 bdr | 1BR,1BA | $401 |
| Alpine Village | 1 X 2 | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Apple Run Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $739 |
| Plumwood | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $759 |
| Wilson Plaza | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Charwalde | Studio | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Countryside Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $809 |
| Garden Heights Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $824 |
| Meadowood | The Bristol | Studio,1BA | $830 |
| Lake Eden Apartments & Townhomes | Ontario (All-Electric) | 1BR,1BA | $849 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Greater Hilltop, OH
As of September 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Greater Hilltop area is the $0.93 price per square foot Majestic* Model at Townhomes at Weston in the in the Greater Hilltop neighborhood starting from $1,499. The second greatest value Greater Hilltop apartment is the 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms Model at Creekside Townhomes starting at $1,400 with a $0.96 price per square foot in the Greater Hilltop neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Greater Hilltop apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Townhomes at Weston | Majestic* | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.93 |
| Creekside Townhomes | 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms | 2BR,2BA | $0.96 |
| 213 Midland Ave, Unit 213 Midland Ave | 213 Midland Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| 95-97 Whitethorne Ave | 3 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.91 |
| 85-87 N Yale Ave | 3 Beds, 1 Baths | 3BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Starling Yard | 2 bdr | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| 726 N High St | 726 N High St | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Rocky Creek Apartments | 2 Bedroom Flat | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| 4647 Hilton Ave, Unit D | 4647 Hilton Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Alpine Village | 1 X 2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Greater Hilltop Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Greater Hilltop?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Greater Hilltop is at Apple Run Apartments listed at $739.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Greater Hilltop Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Greater Hilltop Apartment is $401 at Starling Yard.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Greater Hilltop Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Greater Hilltop is starting from $775 at Alpine Village.
What is the most affordable Greater Hilltop Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Greater Hilltop Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 85-87 N Yale Ave and starts from $1,100.
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