
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Western Hills Neighborhood of Powell, OH from $600 (14 Rentals)
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Emerald Lakes

Smoky View Plaza

Vistas at Wedgewood

2071 Smoky View Blvd

Sawmill Place

Montgomery Court
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Heathermoor and Bedford Commons Apartments

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Glenmuir

Saw Mill Village Apartments

Dublin Square

7376 Bride Water Blvd

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Sawmill Commons

Ashlar Flats
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Western Hills, Powell, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Western Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Western Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,263 | $939 | $1,900 |
| Western Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,570 | $1,200 | $3,637 |
| Western Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,929 | $1,631 | $3,200 |
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There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Western Hills Neighborhood of Powell, OH.
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Cheapest Available Western Hills Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Western Hills area of Columbus, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Montgomery Court priced from $980. Heathermoor and Bedford Commons Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,049. Here are the most affordable Western Hills apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montgomery Court | One Bedroom One Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $980 |
| Heathermoor and Bedford Commons Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,049 |
| Emerald Lakes | Pearl (11ub) | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Saw Mill Village Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,123 |
| Dublin Square | 1x1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,194 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Western Hills, OH
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Western Hills area is the $1.42 price per square foot Liberty Model at Powell Green in the in the Wedgewood Glen neighborhood starting from $3,050. The second greatest value Western Hills apartment is the 2-bedroom Signature Townhome Model at Mason Row Townhomes starting at $2,564 with a $1.54 price per square foot in the Riverside Woods neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Western Hills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Powell Green | Liberty | 3BR,3BA | $1.42 |
| Mason Row Townhomes | 2-bedroom Signature Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| Saw Mill Village Apartments | B2D Renovated | 3BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| Sawbury Commons | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Townhome (Renovated) | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.28 |
| Copperleaf | The Bronze | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| TGM Worthington Green | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| The Residences at Scioto Crossing | DEVON II | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Sawmill Commons | Cutters Edge-Down | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Ashlar Flats | Type A (1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Garden) | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Emerald Lakes | Pearl (11db) | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWestern Hills, Powell, OH
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4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Western Hills, Powell, OH
Liberty Elementary School
Worthington Kilbourne High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Western Hills Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Western Hills?
The cheapest apartment in Western Hills is Montgomery Court which is listed at $980, while the average apartment in Western Hills costs $1,824.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Western Hills?
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 13 regular apartments in Western Hills 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 Western Hills?
Cheap apartments in Western Hills have an average cost of $665 which is $1,159 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Western Hills.
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