
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Hilltop Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $500 (27 Rentals)
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3295 Sullivant Ave

406 1/2 S Hague Ave

Rocky Creek Apartments

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2895 Sullivant Ave, Unit 1

Wilson Plaza
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83 S Powell Ave, Unit 83 S Powell Ave

Crown Pointe

268 Powell Cir

New Bridge - Promo

Wildberry Apartments

2157-2179 W Mound St
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2021-2025 W Broad St

West Broad Plaza

3640 Eakin Rd

2031-2033 W Broad St

North Sylvan Apartments

Wildberry Apartments
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Whitethorne

Wheatland Crossing II

Maple Grove Townhomes

Woodbury Garden Homes
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Newly Renovated Apartment Building

2633 Red Rock Blvd
Southwest Hilltop, Columbus, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwest Hilltop?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Hilltop Studio Apartments | $739 | $739 | $739 |
| Southwest Hilltop 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,184 | $750 | $1,998 |
| Southwest Hilltop 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,347 | $765 | $2,768 |
| Southwest Hilltop 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,770 | $1,250 | $3,708 |
| Southwest Hilltop 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,629 | $1,579 | $1,679 |
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There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southwest Hilltop Neighborhood of Columbus, OH.
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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. Whitethorne has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $830. Here are the most affordable Southwest 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 |
| Columbus Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| New Bridge - Promo | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Wheatland Crossing I | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $911 |
| Newly Renovated Apartment Building | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $984 |
| The Reserve at Parkwick | 1BR - Reserve at Parkwick | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Hilltop, OH
As of March 12, 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 3654 Arnelle Rd Model at 3654 Arnelle Rd, Unit A starting at $1,200 with a $0.81 price per square foot in the West Columbus neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Hilltop apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Townhomes at Weston | Majestic* | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.93 |
| 3654 Arnelle Rd, Unit A | 3654 Arnelle Rd | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.81 |
| 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 |
| 83 S Powell Ave, Unit 83 S Powell Ave | 83 S Powell Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| 2895 Sullivant Ave, Unit 1 | 2895 Sullivant Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
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Best Local Schools in Southwest Hilltop, Columbus, OH
Franklin Heights High School
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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 $840 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 $830 at Whitethorne.
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 $1,399.
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