
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hilltop Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $500 (25 Rentals)
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800 Harrisburg Pike

75 W Moler St

Coves at Columbus on Eaton and Miner Avenue

828 Whitethorne Ave

661 S Burgess Ave
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New Bridge - Promo

755 Canonby Pl

530 S Terrace Ave

800 Harrisburg Pike

Jenkins Lofts

2157-2179 W Mound St
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800 Brown Rd

634 S Wheatland Ave

Whitethorne

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Maple Grove Townhomes

685 S Wheatland Ave
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Columbus Renaissance Housing I

Windmiller Pointe

Scioto Townhomes

1928-1930-1930 Vaughn St

2633 Red Rock Blvd

Creeksedge Village
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Aberdeen Place
Hilltop, Columbus, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hilltop?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hilltop Studio Apartments | $739 | $739 | $739 |
| Hilltop 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,192 | $750 | $2,250 |
| Hilltop 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,283 | $875 | $2,587 |
| Hilltop 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,382 | $1,195 | $1,661 |
| Hilltop 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,848 | $1,848 | $1,848 |
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Cheapest Available Hilltop Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hilltop area of Columbus, OH is a Studio unit found at Apple Run Apartments priced from $739. New Bridge - Promo has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable Hilltop apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apple Run Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $739 |
| New Bridge - Promo | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Coves at Columbus on Eaton and Miner Avenue | ff2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $975 |
| Jenkins Lofts | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $997 |
| Sterling Park Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hilltop, OH
As of March 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hilltop area is the $1.46 price per square foot Three Bedroom Townhome Model at Franklin Manor Apartments in the in the Hilltop neighborhood starting from $1,425. The second greatest value Hilltop apartment is the 1658 Frank Rd Model at 1658 Frank Rd, Unit 1658 starting at $1,150 with a $1.27 price per square foot in the Hilltop neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hilltop apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin Manor Apartments | Three Bedroom Townhome | 3BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| 1658 Frank Rd, Unit 1658 | 1658 Frank Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Village at Gantz Meadows 7131 | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Jenkins Lofts | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Coves at Columbus on Eaton and Miner Avenue | ff2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Collier Park Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Sterling Park Apartments | A1 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| New Bridge - Promo | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Apple Run Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.55 |
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Best Local Schools in Hilltop, Columbus, OH
Finland Elementary School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hilltop Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hilltop?
The cheapest apartment in Hilltop is Apple Run Apartments which is listed at $869, while the average apartment in Hilltop costs $1,848.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hilltop?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 7 regular apartments in Hilltop that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Hilltop?
Cheap apartments in Hilltop have an average cost of $917 which is $931 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hilltop.
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