
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sweetwater Neighborhood of Hilliard, OH from $600 (13 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Sweetwater area of Hilliard.


Heritage Preserve Apartments

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Sweetwater, Hilliard, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sweetwater?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sweetwater Studio Apartments | $892 | $840 | $1,080 |
| Sweetwater 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,160 | $925 | $2,186 |
| Sweetwater 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,380 | $950 | $3,676 |
| Sweetwater 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,297 | $1,510 | $4,781 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Sweetwater Neighborhood of Hilliard, OH.
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Cheapest Available Sweetwater Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sweetwater area of Columbus, OH is a Studio unit found at Larkspur priced from $840. Hickory Mill has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $875. Here are the most affordable Sweetwater apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Larkspur | Studio One Bath Open | Studio,1BA | $840 |
| Hickory Mill | Studio One Bath Standard | Studio,1BA | $875 |
| The Residences At Breckenridge | Columbia | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Hartford Village Commons | Rome | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Nike Meadows Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $929 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sweetwater, OH
As of March 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sweetwater area is the $1.48 price per square foot The Swan Model at Heritage Preserve Apartments in the in the Westbrooke Heritage neighborhood starting from $1,810. The second greatest value Sweetwater apartment is the Talladega - Renovated w/Granite, 2nd floor Model at Bridgestone Apartments starting at $1,305 with a $1.21 price per square foot in the Westbrooke Heritage neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sweetwater apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage Preserve Apartments | The Swan | 3BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| Bridgestone Apartments | Talladega - Renovated w/Granite, 2nd floor | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Ryland Park | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Parkview Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Fountain Place Apartments | 2x2S | 2BR,2BA | $1.02 |
| Hartford Village Commons | Rome | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Golf Pointe | U811 | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Hilliard Station Apartments | The Cascade | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Templeton Crossing | Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Nike Meadows Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sweetwater Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Sweetwater?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Sweetwater is under $1,000.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Sweetwater?
The cheapest apartment in Sweetwater is Hartford Village Commons which is listed at $925, while the average apartment in Sweetwater costs $1,955.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Sweetwater?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 4 regular apartments in Sweetwater that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Sweetwater?
Cheap apartments in Sweetwater have an average cost of $178 which is $1,777 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Sweetwater.
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