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Mulberry
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mulberry

4070 Leap RdHilliard, OH 43026
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Horizons Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Horizons Apartments

3940-3972 Moundview RdHilliard, OH 43026
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Gables West
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Gables West

2383 Silvercrest LnHilliard, OH 43026
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Parkside Village
2 Bedroom Apartments

Parkside Village

3913-4005 Parkside CtHilliard, OH 43026
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Ryland Park
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ryland Park

5391 Renner RdHilliard, OH 43026
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Leap Road Village
2 Bedroom Apartments

Leap Road Village

4076-4194 Leap RdHilliard, OH 43026
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Avery Pointe
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Avery Pointe

4624 Adams LnHilliard, OH 43026
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Willow Bend
3 Bedroom Apartments

Willow Bend

1531 Whispering Willow LnHilliard, OH 43026
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Lawerence Square
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lawerence Square

5155 Raglan StHilliard, OH 43026

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Cheapest Available Hilliard Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Hilliard, OH is a Studio unit found at Riverside Green Apartments in the Outer Dublin Hilliard neighborhood priced from $785. Hickory Mill in the West Scioto neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $845. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hilliard apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Riverside Green ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$785
Hickory MillStudio One Bath StandardStudio,1BA$845
Slate Run ApartmentsONE BEDROOM1BR,1BA$850
Karric Place of DublinRenovated StudioStudio,1BA$895
Franklins Crossing2 Bedroom Flat2BR,1BA$920
Nike Meadows Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$929
Lexington Park1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$969
Edge at ArlingtonPitkin1BR,1BA$1,001
Hilliard Village Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Premium1BR,1BA$1,025
LarkspurOne Bed One Bath Standard1BR,1BA$1,035

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hilliard, OH

As of April 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hilliard area is the $0.97 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Mackenzie Place in the in the Outer Dublin Hilliard neighborhood starting from $1,550. The second greatest value Hilliard apartment is the Diamond Townhome Model at Dublin Park Rental Townhomes starting at $1,815 with a $1.30 price per square foot in the Outer Dublin Hilliard neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hilliard apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Mackenzie PlaceTwo Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$0.97
Dublin Park Rental TownhomesDiamond Townhome2BR,2.5BA$1.30
Willow BendPeach Leaf - Townhome3BR,2.5BA$1.12
Addison Woods2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.23
160 - TUTTLE PARKE AT THE CROSSING2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.19
Bridgestone ApartmentsTalladega - Renovated w/Granite, 2nd floor2BR,2BA$1.21
Hilliard Park ApartmentsVilla2BR,2BA$1.31
Scioto CommonsTwo Bedroom Townhome2BR,1.5BA$1.29
Franklins Crossing2 Bedroom Flat2BR,1BA$1.14
Park Place2083 Park Run1BR,1BA$1.35

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Hilliard Overview

Hilliard, Ohio is a suburb of the Columbus metropolitan area, located just 9 miles North West of Columbus, Ohio in Franklin county. The town has a population of just over 35 thousand people, with 10% of the population being of retirement age. The average age of residents in this community is 37, indicative of a large working-age community home to many young families and schools. More than half of the population of Hilliard are married couples and the average household size in Hilliard has 3 people, again indicating the popularity of this area for young families.

Why live in Hilliard, OH?

The city of Hilliard has a strong education system with highly regarded public schools. The city has flipped back and forth between “red” and “blue” during the last few elections. In general, the area is considered a strong community with strong neighborhoods that provide a warm sense of place and provide a strong sense of home.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hilliard Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Hilliard?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Hilliard is at Riverside Green Apartments listed at $785.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hilliard Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hilliard Apartment is $850 at Slate Run Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hilliard is starting from $920 at Franklins Crossing.

What is the most affordable Hilliard Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Hilliard Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Willow Bend and starts from $1,395.

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