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property at 2078 Fairview

$845 - $1,025

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2078 Fairview

ClevelandOH44106
property at 1924 E 123rd St

$1,000 - $1,150

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1924 E 123rd St

ClevelandOH44106

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property at 1909 Coltman Rd

$1,250

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1909 Coltman Rd, Unit 1

1909 Coltman Rd
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 on 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 on OverlookFall Specials1BR,1BA$850
Fairhill Gardens1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$899

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Area, OH

As of February 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Area area is the $0.32 price per square foot 2341 S Overlook Rd Model at 2341 S Overlook Rd in the in the University Area neighborhood starting from $750. The second greatest value University Area apartment is the Center Unit Model at Hessler 113 Townhomes starting at $995 with a $0.47 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.
2341 S Overlook Rd2341 S Overlook Rd5BR,2.5BA$0.32
Hessler 113 TownhomesCenter Unit6BR,3.5BA$0.47
2284 Bellfield Ave, Unit Suite 32284 Bellfield Ave2BR,1BA$0.79
Reserve OverlookPrivate Bedroom in a 4 Bedroom 4.5 Bath (per be...1BR,1BA$0.60
Gordon Crossing3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$0.98
1848 E 89th StStudioStudio ,1BA$1.20
Integrity Cleveland HeightsJessica 2 Bedroom 1 Bath B2BR,1BA$1.29
Lakeview2 Bed2BR,1BA$1.21
Fairhill Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.26
1957 E 123rd St, Unit 11957 E 123rd St1BR,1BA$1.18

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Frequently Asked Questions about University Area

What type of rentals are currently available in University Area?

There are currently 202 Apartments for Rent in University Area, OH with pricing that ranges from $725 to $26,022. There are also 51 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University Area ranging from $650 to $5,950.

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 $650 to $5,950 with an average monthly rent of $2,802.

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 $1,150 to $5,899, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,600 to $3,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,100.

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