Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Neighborhood of Cleveland, OH from $600 (110 Rentals)

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property at 1544 E 120th St

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6 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for Rent

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1544 E 120th St

ClevelandOH44106
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Commodore Place Apartments
$999 - $1,770
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1990 Ford DrCleveland, OH 44106
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property at 1924 E 123rd St

$1,000 - $1,150

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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1924 E 123rd St

ClevelandOH44106

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property at 1958 E 120th St

$1,150 - $1,350

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1958 E 120th St

ClevelandOH44106
property at 1930 Coltman Rd

$1,200 - $1,250

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1930 Coltman Rd

ClevelandOH44106
property at 9502 Talbot Ave

$1,300

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$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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property at 1446 E 115th St

$975 - $1,400

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1446 E 115th St

ClevelandOH44106

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property at 2196 Murray Hill Rd

$1,600

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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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2196 Murray Hill Rd

ClevelandOH44106

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University, Cleveland, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available University Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University area of Cleveland, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Kingsbury Towers priced from $730. Integrity Cleveland Heights has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $885. Here are the most affordable University apartments for rent in Cleveland, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Kingsbury Towers1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$730
Integrity Cleveland HeightsThe Bertland StudioStudio,1BA$885
Waldorf Towers ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$915
Fairmount2BR2BR,1BA$940
Manstan1 bed1BR,1BA$950
Gerald Manor1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$975
Commodore Place ApartmentsStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$999
1848 E 89th StOne Bed, One Bath1BR,1BA$1,000

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University, OH

As of August 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the University area is the $0.46 price per square foot End Unit Model at Hessler 113 Townhomes in the in the University Area neighborhood starting from $1,140. The second greatest value University apartment is the 2331 S Overlook Rd Model at 2331 S Overlook Rd, Unit North starting at $1,850 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the University Area neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Hessler 113 TownhomesEnd Unit6BR,3.5BA$0.46
2331 S Overlook Rd, Unit North2331 S Overlook Rd4BR,2.5BA$1.00
2226 Bellfield Ave, Unit 12226 Bellfield Ave6BR,2.5BA$0.36
Reserve Overlook*Private Bedroom in a 4 Bedroom 4.5 Bath (per be...1BR,1BA$0.60
Gordon Crossing3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$0.98
1918 E 123rd St1918 E 123rd St2BR,1BA$1.00
1986 E 124th Pl1986 E 124th Pl3BR,1BA$0.67
1848 E 89th StStudioStudio ,1BA$1.20
1897 E 120th St, Unit Unit 21897 E 120th St2BR,1BA$1.11
Kingsbury Towers1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.13

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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities across the United States including University, Cleveland, and the greater Cleveland area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in University?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University is under $1,000.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in University?

The cheapest apartment in University is Kingsbury Towers which is listed at $730, while the average apartment in University costs $1,750.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in University?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 126 regular apartments in University that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in University?

Cheap apartments in University have an average cost of $692 which is $1,058 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University.

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