Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Hilltop Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $500 (59 Rentals)

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403 S Chase Ave, Unit B
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403 S Chase Ave, Unit B

403 S Chase AveColumbus, OH 43204
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Wildberry Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Wildberry Apartments

1165 Demorest RdColumbus, OH 43204
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2021-2025 W Broad St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2021-2025 W Broad St

2021-2025 W Broad StColumbus, OH 43223
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West Broad Plaza
1 Bedroom Apartments

West Broad Plaza

4150 W Broad StColumbus, OH 43228
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3640 Eakin Rd
1 Bedroom Apartments

3640 Eakin Rd

3640 Eakin RdColumbus, OH 43204
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North Sylvan Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

North Sylvan Apartments

58-78 N Sylvan AveColumbus, OH 43204
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3400 Camp Chase Dr
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

3400 Camp Chase Dr

3400 Camp Chase DrColumbus, OH 43204
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Sullivant Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Sullivant Apartments

3235-3245 Sullivant AveColumbus, OH 43204
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180 N Sylvan Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

180 N Sylvan Ave

180 N Sylvan AveColumbus, OH 43204
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Whitethorne
2 Bedroom Apartments

Whitethorne

822-840 Whitethorne AveColumbus, OH 43223

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Maple Grove Townhomes
2 Bedroom Apartments

Maple Grove Townhomes

1025 Brooks End CtColumbus, OH 43204
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Columbus Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Columbus Apartments

2085 W Broad StColumbus, OH 43223
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Wheatland Crossing I
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Wheatland Crossing I

216 N Wheatland AveColumbus, OH 43204
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Woodbury Garden Homes
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Woodbury Garden Homes

751 Yvette CtColumbus, OH 43223
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Southwest Hilltop, Columbus, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available Southwest Hilltop Apartments for Rent

 

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

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Apple Run ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$739
New Bridge - PromoStudioStudio,1BA$790
Wilson PlazaAspen1BR,1BA$845
Ashton Pines Apartments & TownhomesMaple1BR,1BA$899
Wheatland Crossing IOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$911
Dunbury Greene2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$982
The Reserve at Parkwick1BR - Reserve at Parkwick1BR,1BA$990
Wheatland Crossing II2 Bedroom Apartment2BR,1BA$997
Townhomes at WestonManor2BR,1BA$999

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Hilltop, OH

As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwest Hilltop area is the $0.93 price per square foot Majestic* Model at Townhomes at Weston in the in the Greater Hilltop neighborhood starting from $1,499. The second greatest value Southwest Hilltop apartment is the 3 Beds, 1.5 Baths Model at 95-97 Whitethorne Ave starting at $1,200 with a $0.95 price per square foot in the Greater Hilltop neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Hilltop apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Townhomes at WestonMajestic*3BR,1.5BA$0.93
95-97 Whitethorne Ave3 Beds, 1.5 Baths3BR,1.5BA$0.95
Avalon Oaks ApartmentsSmithfield2BR,2BA$1.51
403 S Chase Ave, Unit B403 S Chase Ave2BR,1BA$1.01
Alkire GlenSan Francisco2BR,1BA$1.43
Wheatland Crossing II2 Bedroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1.09
Dunbury Greene2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.13
Wheatland Crossing IOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.21
The Reserve at Parkwick1BR - Reserve at Parkwick1BR,1BA$1.46
Ashton Pines Apartments & TownhomesMaple1BR,1BA$1.43

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Hilltop Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Hilltop Apartment is $845 at Wilson Plaza.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southwest Hilltop is starting from $982 at Dunbury Greene.

What is the most affordable Southwest Hilltop Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Southwest Hilltop Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Ashton Pines Apartments & Townhomes and starts from $1,199.

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