
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Central Hilltop Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $400 (16 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the South Central Hilltop area of Columbus.


3295 Sullivant Ave

406 1/2 S Hague Ave

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Wildberry Apartments

2157-2179 W Mound St

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2031-2033 W Broad St
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800 Brown Rd

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South Central Hilltop, Columbus, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Central Hilltop?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Central Hilltop Studio Apartments | $739 | $739 | $739 |
| South Central Hilltop 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,032 | $750 | $1,450 |
| South Central Hilltop 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,151 | $765 | $1,655 |
| South Central Hilltop 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,390 | $1,200 | $1,661 |
| South Central Hilltop 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,738 | $1,579 | $1,848 |
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There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Central Hilltop Neighborhood of Columbus, OH.
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Cheapest Available South Central Hilltop Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Central Hilltop area of Columbus, OH is a Studio unit found at Apple Run Apartments priced from $739. Whitethorne has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $830. Here are the most affordable South Central Hilltop apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apple Run Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $739 |
| Whitethorne | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath - 24987 | 2BR,1BA | $830 |
| Wilson Plaza | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $840 |
| Garden Heights Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Columbus Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Central Hilltop, OH
As of March 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Central Hilltop area is the $0.81 price per square foot 3654 Arnelle Rd Model at 3654 Arnelle Rd, Unit A in the in the West Columbus neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value South Central Hilltop apartment is the Three Bedroom Townhome Model at Franklin Manor Apartments starting at $1,425 with a $1.46 price per square foot in the Hilltop neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Central Hilltop apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3654 Arnelle Rd, Unit A | 3654 Arnelle Rd | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.81 |
| Franklin Manor Apartments | Three Bedroom Townhome | 3BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Whitethorne | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath - 24987 | 2BR,1BA | $0.88 |
| Rocky Creek Apartments | 2 Bedroom Th | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.34 |
| Wheatland Crossing II | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| 1658 Frank Rd, Unit 1658 | 1658 Frank Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Newly Renovated Apartment Building | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Wheatland Crossing I | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| New Bridge - Promo | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| 83 S Powell Ave, Unit 83 S Powell Ave | 83 S Powell Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Central Hilltop Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Central Hilltop?
The cheapest apartment in South Central Hilltop is Wilson Plaza which is listed at $840, while the average apartment in South Central Hilltop costs $1,713.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Central 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 4 regular apartments in South Central 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 South Central Hilltop?
Cheap apartments in South Central Hilltop have an average cost of $428 which is $1,285 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Central Hilltop.
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