Cheap Homes for Rent in University Area Cleveland, OH from $600 (18 Rentals)

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property at 2296 S Overlook Rd

$645

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$645

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5 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 15

2296 S Overlook Rd

Cleveland HeightsOH44106
property at 2292 Bellfield Ave

$675

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$675

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6 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 15

2292 Bellfield Ave

Cleveland HeightsOH44106
property at 1476 E 114th St

$850

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$850

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4 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Aug 15

1476 E 114th St

ClevelandOH44106

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property at 1909 Coltman Rd

$1,000

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$1,000

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

1909 Coltman Rd, Unit 1

1909 Coltman Rd
ClevelandOH44106
property at 9502 Talbot Ave

$1,300

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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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9502 Talbot Ave

ClevelandOH44106

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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 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
Waldorf Towers ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$915
Fairmount2BR2BR,1BA$940
Manstan1 bed1BR,1BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Area, OH

As of July 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Area area is the $1.08 price per square foot 2331 S Overlook Rd Model at 2331 S Overlook Rd, Unit North in the in the University Area neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value University Area apartment is the Private Bedroom in a 4 Bedroom 4.5 Bath (per be... Model at Reserve Overlook* starting at $985 with a $0.60 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.
2331 S Overlook Rd, Unit North2331 S Overlook Rd4BR,2.5BA$1.08
Reserve Overlook*Private Bedroom in a 4 Bedroom 4.5 Bath (per be...1BR,1BA$0.60
2105 Murray Hill Rd4 bedroom4BR,1BA$1.35
Gordon Crossing3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$0.98
2549 Edgehill Rd, Unit no. 32549 Edgehill Rd1BR,1BA$0.94
1986 E 124th Pl1986 E 124th Pl3BR,1BA$0.67
1848 E 89th StStudioStudio ,1BA$1.20
Lakeview2 Bed2BR,1BA$1.21
Fairhill Gardens2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.31
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 214 Apartments for Rent in University Area, OH with pricing that ranges from $690 to $11,687. There are also 42 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University Area ranging from $600 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 $600 to $4,800 with an average monthly rent of $2,475.

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 $690 to $6,474, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,300 to $4,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $850 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $725.

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