
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Hillsboro, OH from $300 (44 Rentals)
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Highland Heights

Pants Factory Senior Apartments

Quail Run Senior Villas

Cedar Woods

Walnut Hills

Owensville Manor

Bellflower
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Lynchburg 12 Apartments

125 Starling Road

Deer Pointe Apartments

Crown Crossing Apartments

University Hilltop Apartments

Eastgate Woods Apartments

611 Kilgore Ave

Woodland Heights
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Carlisle Crest

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Residence at Milford Tower

Mallard Glen

Washington Estates Apartments

6062 Donna-Jay Dr

Hopkins Commons (55+ Active Living)

Candlelight Apartments & Condos

Fayette Landing
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Paint Creek Station

Delaware Crossing

The Lofts at Court and Main

245 S 2nd St

85 W 2nd St

305 Bellbrook Ave

485 E 2nd St

Glennview Apartments
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Fox Run Crossing

102 E Main St

Culver Court Apartments

Emerald Gardens Apartments

36-38 N Front St

Colonial Terrace Apartments

Broadway Apartments

211 E Orchard Ave
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Oak St Apartments

1365 State Route 28 Loveland/Milford OH

1436 Maple St

113 W Paint St
Hillsboro, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hillsboro?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillsboro Studio Apartments | $870 | $695 | $1,058 |
| Hillsboro 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,213 | $725 | $1,740 |
| Hillsboro 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,639 | $706 | $3,003 |
| Hillsboro 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,848 | $1,120 | $2,735 |
| Hillsboro 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,209 | $1,209 | $1,209 |
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Cheapest Available Hillsboro Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Hillsboro, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Lynchburg 12 Apartments priced from $725. Fox Run Crossing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $817. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hillsboro apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lynchburg 12 Apartments | 1 bed / 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Fox Run Crossing | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $817 |
| 125 Starling Road | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| 611 Kilgore Ave | 2 bed | 2BR,2BA | $895 |
| Deer Pointe Apartments | 2x1 900-950 | 2BR,1BA | $940 |
| Residence at Milford Tower | 1 bedroon | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Washington Estates Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,020 |
| Carlisle Crest | 2 Bdrm Town Home | 2BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| University Hilltop Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| 6062 Donna-Jay Dr | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillsboro, OH and Nearby
As of April 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hillsboro area is the $1.28 price per square foot Condo Model at Candlelight Apartments & Condos in the starting from $1,925. The second greatest value Hillsboro apartment is the Briarwood Model at Hunters Run starting at $1,400 with a $1.12 price per square foot in the Lakeside Landing neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillsboro apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Candlelight Apartments & Condos | Condo | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.28 |
| Hunters Run | Briarwood | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.12 |
| 281 East Main Street | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Fox Run Crossing | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.72 |
| University Hilltop Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Deer Pointe Apartments | 2x1 900-950 | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| 611 Kilgore Ave | 2 bed | 2BR,2BA | $0.99 |
| Carlisle Crest | 2 Bdrm Town Home | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Lynchburg 12 Apartments | 1 bed / 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| 125 Starling Road | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillsboro Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillsboro Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillsboro Apartment is $725 at Lynchburg 12 Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hillsboro Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hillsboro is starting from $825 at Lynchburg 12 Apartments.
What is the most affordable Hillsboro Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Hillsboro Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Fox Run Crossing and starts from $817.
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