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property at 3080 Steele Ave

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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3080 Steele Ave

ColumbusOH43204

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property at 479 N Eureka Ave

$1,100

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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479 N Eureka Ave

ColumbusOH43204
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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 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Apple Run ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$739
Whitethorne2 Bedroom 1 Bath - 249872BR,1BA$830
Wilson PlazaAspen1BR,1BA$840
Garden Heights ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$899
Columbus Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$899

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Central Hilltop, OH

As of March 19, 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 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.
3654 Arnelle Rd, Unit A3654 Arnelle Rd2BR,1.5BA$0.81
Starling Yard3 bdr3BR,2BA$1.13
Whitethorne2 Bedroom 1 Bath - 249872BR,1BA$0.88
Rocky Creek Apartments2 Bedroom Th2BR,1.5BA$1.34
Wheatland Crossing II2 Bedroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1.09
1658 Frank Rd, Unit 16581658 Frank Rd2BR,1BA$1.27
Newly Renovated Apartment Building2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.26
Wheatland Crossing IOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.21
New Bridge - Promo1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.38
83 S Powell Ave, Unit 83 S Powell Ave83 S Powell Ave1BR,1BA$1.32

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Central Hilltop, Columbus, OH

Ranked #192

Among cities in Ohio for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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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 267 Apartments for Rent in South Central Hilltop, OH with pricing that ranges from $739 to $1,848. There are also 76 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Central Hilltop ranging from $705 to $2,640.

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 $705 to $2,640 with an average monthly rent of $1,579.

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 $1,200 to $1,661, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $900 to $2,640. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,629.

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