Cheap Homes for Rent in University Area Cleveland, OH from $900 (11 Rentals)

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property at 2043 Random Rd

$900

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$900

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Aug 16

2043 Random Rd, Unit 105, Unit 105

2043 Random Rd
ClevelandOH44106

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property at 1979 Coltman Rd

$1,450 - $1,950

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2 To 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent

Available Jun 6

1979 Coltman Rd

ClevelandOH44106

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property at 10003 Newton Ave

$1,600

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$1,600

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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

10003 Newton Ave

ClevelandOH44106

University Area, Cleveland, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available University Area Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Area area of Cleveland, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Lakeview priced from $800. Heights Apartments at Overlook has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable University Area apartments for rent in Cleveland, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lakeview1 Bed1BR,1BA$800
Heights Apartments at OverlookFall Specials1BR,1BA$850
The Davis 2A11BR,1BA$858
Waldorf Towers ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$915
Fairmount2BR2BR,1BA$940

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Area, OH

As of May 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Area area is the $0.47 price per square foot Center Unit Model at Hessler 113 Townhomes in the in the University Area neighborhood starting from $995. The second greatest value University Area apartment is the 1947 E 120th St Model at 1947 E 120th St, Unit #1 starting at $1,500 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the University Area neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Area apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Hessler 113 TownhomesCenter Unit6BR,3.5BA$0.47
1947 E 120th St, Unit #11947 E 120th St3BR,1BA$1.25
2052 Fairview#52BR,1BA$1.33
Gordon Crossing3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$0.98
12401 Fairview Ct, Unit Down12401 Fairview Ct2BR,1BA$1.10
1848 E 89th StStudioStudio ,1BA$1.20
Fairhill Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.11
Lakeview2 Bed2BR,1BA$1.21
1957 E 123rd St, Unit 11957 E 123rd St1BR,1BA$1.18
Heights Apartments at OverlookFall Specials1BR,1BA$1.31

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Frequently Asked Questions about University Area

What type of rentals are currently available in University Area?

There are currently 224 Apartments for Rent in University Area, OH with pricing that ranges from $725 to $11,159. There are also 32 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University Area ranging from $900 to $4,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in University Area?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in University Area ranges from $900 to $4,800 with an average monthly rent of $2,569.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in University Area?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in University Area range from $1,100 to $5,944, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,550 to $3,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,100.

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