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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 Heights Apartments on Overlook priced from $795. Heights Apartments at Cedar Fairmount has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $795. Here are the most affordable University Area apartments for rent in Cleveland, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Heights Apartments on OverlookFebruary 2025 Move In Special1BR,1BA$795
Heights Apartments at Cedar FairmountFebruary 2025 Move In Special1BR,1BA$795
Twin FlagsStudioStudio,1BA$800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Area, OH

As of June 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Area area is the $1.41 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Baths Model at Park Lane Villa in the in the University Area neighborhood starting from $2,175. The second greatest value University Area apartment is the Two Bedroom Townhomes Model at CircleEast Townhomes starting at $1,250 with a $0.96 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.
Park Lane Villa2 Bed 2 Baths2BR,2BA$1.41
CircleEast TownhomesTwo Bedroom Townhomes2BR,2.5BA$0.96
1848 E 89th StStudioStudio ,1BA$1.20
Lewis Manor Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.34
Heights Apartments at Cedar FairmountFebruary 2025 Move In Special2BR,1BA$1.24
Overlook Manor2 bed2BR,1BA$1.25
Little Italy Student Housing1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.23
Heights Apartments on OverlookFebruary 2025 Move In Special1BR,1BA$1.22
Gerald Manor1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.56
1609 Holyrood Rd, Unit 1609 Holyrood-3rd floor1609 Holyrood Rd1BR,1BA$1.20

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Frequently Asked Questions about University Area

What type of rentals are currently available in University Area?

There are currently 198 Apartments for Rent in University Area, OH with pricing that ranges from $600 to $6,750. There are also 34 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University Area ranging from $600 to $4,500.

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 $600 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,075.

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 $1,300 to $6,750, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,850 to $3,975. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,100.

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