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South Central Hilltop, Columbus, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Central Hilltop Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Central Hilltop area of Columbus, OH is a 2 Beds unit found at Wheatland Crossing I priced from $446. Wheatland Crossing II has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $450. Here are the most affordable South Central Hilltop apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Wheatland Crossing ITwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$446
Wheatland Crossing II2 Bedroom Apartment2BR,1BA$450
Starling Yard2 bdr2BR,1BA$468

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Central Hilltop, OH

As of May 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Central Hilltop area is the $1.52 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Townhouse Model at Wheatland Crossing II in the in the Greater Hilltop neighborhood starting from $1,792. The second greatest value South Central Hilltop apartment is the 3 bdr Model at Starling Yard starting at $1,295 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the Franklinton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Central Hilltop apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Wheatland Crossing II3 Bedroom Townhouse3BR,2BA$1.52
Starling Yard3 bdr3BR,2BA$1.13
Rocky Creek Apartments2 Bedroom Th2BR,1.5BA$1.13
Wheatland Crossing IOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.69
Garden Heights ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.46
Hilltop Senior VillageCottage/Midrise1BR,1BA$1.34
Ashton Pines Apartments & TownhomesMaple1BR,1BA$1.59
Newly Renovated Apartment Building1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.57
Woodbury Garden Homes1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.45
Sullivant Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.68

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Central Hilltop

What type of rentals are currently available in South Central Hilltop?

There are currently 298 Apartments for Rent in South Central Hilltop, OH with pricing that ranges from $446 to $4,959. There are also 84 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Central Hilltop ranging from $550 to $5,940.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Central Hilltop ranges from $550 to $5,940 with an average monthly rent of $1,574.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Central Hilltop?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Central Hilltop range from $1,050 to $4,959, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,095 to $2,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,650 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,585.

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