
Apartments for Rent in the University Area Cleveland, OH (244 Rentals)


Hazel 8

Hessler Place - 5 minute walk to CWRU

Uptown

Park Lamont Apartments & Townhomes

Medley

Library Lofts

Axis at Ansel

One University Circle

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Circle 118
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The Monroe

Artisan

Park Lane Villa

Addis View

Centric

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Lakeview Place

The Madison

Glenville CircleNorth

1848 E 89th St

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Parkside Dwellings

Kingsbury Towers

Legacy @Itasca

11423 Ashbury Ave
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2105 Murray Hill Rd

89th Rising

Little Italy Student Housing

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Hessler 113 Townhomes

2545 Kenilworth Rd

Gordon Crossing Market Rate Units

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1888 Coltman Rd, Unit Coltman

2220 Murray Hill Rd

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1446 E 115th St, Unit 4

2206 Murray Hill Rd, Unit 2
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1965 Coltman Rd, Unit First floor

9804 Newton Ave

1544 E 120th St

11206 N Park Pl

1926 E 123rd St

2273 E 100th St, Unit 2273 E 100th Street

2273 E 100th St, Unit 2273 E 100th Street

2273 E 100th St, Unit 2273 E 100th Street

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2189 Cornell Rd, Unit SI ID1386545P

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2189 Cornell Rd, Unit SI ID1386539P
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University Area, Cleveland, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Area?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Area Studio Apartments | $1,522 | $875 | $2,435 |
| University Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,715 | $730 | $4,096 |
| University Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,325 | $835 | $4,845 |
| University Area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,551 | $1,300 | $5,774 |
| University Area 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,452 | $850 | $2,525 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in University Area?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $1,106 | $895 | $1,282 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $2,497 | $1,450 | $3,750 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $1,450 | $1,200 | $1,800 |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $4,000 | $4,000 | $4,000 |
| 6 Bedroom Homes | $2,050 | $600 | $3,500 |
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Best Local Schools in University Area, Cleveland, OH
Roxboro Elementary School
Bolton PreK-8 School
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team of engineers and researchers compares millions of points of data to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States, including Cleveland. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendliness, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Luxury Living Rating
This submarket is one of our preferred upscale submarkets in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like pools, saunas, workout spaces, proximity to great shopping areas, gardens, nearby parks, and nice home amenities like granite or quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Luxury communities also often offer tile or hardwood floors, sports like tennis and raquetball, and a full-time security staff or doorman.
Pet Friendly Rating
This part of Cleveland ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about University Area
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the University Area area of Cleveland, OH?
As of today, September 18, 2026, there are currently 244 available University Area apartments priced from $730 to $5,774, with an average monthly rent of $1,905.
How much are Studio apartments in University Area?
There are currently 67 Studio Apartments in University Area with rent ranges from $875 to $2,435 with an average price of $1,522.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom University Area Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in University Area ranges from $730 to $4,096 with an average monthly rent of $1,715.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in University Area cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in University Area range from $835 to $4,845. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,325.
How expensive are University Area Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 48 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in University Area on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,300 to $5,774 - averaging $2,551 for the location.
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