Apartments for Rent in the South Central Hilltop Neighborhood of Columbus, OH (391 Rentals)

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50 Broadlawn Ave, Unit 202
$2,195

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Base Rent$2,195
Total Monthly Price$2,195
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50 Broadlawn Ave, Unit 202

50 Broadlawn AveColumbus, OH 43228
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property at 272 N Harris Ave
$1,350

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Base Rent$1,350
Total Monthly Price$1,350
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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272 N Harris Ave

ColumbusOH43204
property at 110 Dana Ave
$1,350

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Base Rent$1,350
Total Monthly Price$1,350
3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
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110 Dana Ave

ColumbusOH43222
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property at 446 S Yale Ave
$1,200

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Base Rent$1,200
Total Monthly Price$1,200
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
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446 S Yale Ave, Unit 446

446 S Yale Ave
ColumbusOH43223

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property at 3714 Arnelle Rd
$1,050

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Base Rent$1,050
Total Monthly Price$1,050
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
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3714 Arnelle Rd

ColumbusOH43228
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Welcome to Columbus: An Insider's Guide to Ohio's Best-Kept Secret

Discover Columbus, OH, a city of attractive urban vitality and affordable living. Get the insider scoop on nightlife, arts, parks, and low rental prices from a local expert.

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Columbus's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about Columbus and the best places to live with original content written by our Columbus, OH Local Expert Kim Mooneyham

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property at 3559 High Creek Dr
$2,160

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Base Rent$2,160
Total Monthly Price$2,160
3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Rentals
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3559 High Creek Dr

ColumbusOH43223

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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South Central Hilltop, Columbus, OH Local Guide

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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South Central Hilltop, Columbus, OH

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Central Hilltop

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the South Central Hilltop area of Columbus, OH?

As of today, September 12, 2026, there are currently 391 available South Central Hilltop apartments priced from $401 to $4,344, with an average monthly rent of $1,123.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom South Central Hilltop Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in South Central Hilltop ranges from $401 to $2,195 with an average monthly rent of $1,004.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in South Central Hilltop cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in South Central Hilltop range from $900 to $1,625. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,122.

How expensive are South Central Hilltop Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 37 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in South Central Hilltop on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,068 to $1,700 - averaging $1,308 for the location.

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