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South Hilltop, Columbus, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Hilltop Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Hilltop area of Columbus, OH is a Studio unit found at Apple Run Apartments priced from $739. New Bridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $790. Here are the most affordable South Hilltop apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Apple Run ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$739
New Bridge ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$790
Garden Heights ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$799
Coves at Columbus on Eaton and Miner Avenueff1x11BR,1BA$875
The GaetzMicroStudio,1BA$899
Park Royal ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$899
Newly Renovated Apartment Building1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$944
Rocky Creek Apartments2 Bedroom Th2BR,1BA$949
Ashton Pines Apartments & TownhomesMaple2BR,1BA$999

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Hilltop, OH

As of July 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Hilltop area is the $1.55 price per square foot Kossuth Model at Brewers Yard in the in the Downtown Columbus neighborhood starting from $1,606. The second greatest value South Hilltop apartment is the 438 Columbian Ave Model at 438 Columbian Ave starting at $1,150 with a $1.15 price per square foot in the Franklinton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Hilltop apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Brewers YardKossuth1BR,1BA$1.55
438 Columbian Ave438 Columbian Ave2BR,1BA$1.15
2869 Sullivant Ave, Unit Apartment D2869 Sullivant Ave2BR,1BA$1.35
Rocky Creek Apartments2 Bedroom Th2BR,1.5BA$1.02
71 Martin Ave, Unit 71.571 Martin Ave2BR,1BA$1.42
Garden Heights ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.46
Ashton Pines Apartments & TownhomesMaple1BR,1BA$1.59
Coves at Columbus on Eaton and Miner Avenueff1x11BR,1BA$1.46
Newly Renovated Apartment Building1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.57
Park Royal ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.59

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Hilltop, Columbus, OH

Ranked #37

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the South Hilltop Neighborhood in Columbus, OH

Walk Score®

60 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

47 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

20 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Hilltop Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Hilltop?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Hilltop is at Apple Run Apartments listed at $739.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Hilltop Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Hilltop Apartment is $799 at Garden Heights Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Hilltop Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Hilltop is starting from $949 at Rocky Creek Apartments.

What is the most affordable South Hilltop Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap South Hilltop Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Ashton Pines Apartments & Townhomes and starts from $1,349.

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