
Apartments for Rent in the University District Columbus, OH (1,075 Rentals)


The Urban - Student Housing

Wilson Place

The King Apartments

The Guild

Tompkins

Hometeam Properties

Luxe Belle | Student Housing

Makley Place

Ravine Flats at Iuka
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Riverwatch Towers

Smith and High

1309 Indianola Ave

1680 Summit St

245 E 13th Ave

The Day Companies - Short North

1871 N 4th St

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Statehouse Highline

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Statehouse Highline on 9th

Royal Neil Apartments
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2136-2138 Summit St

333 E 18th Ave

1460 Grant

Grant Commons

Hudson

100 Chittenden Ave

Duncan Apartments

134 W 9th Ave

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54 E Hudson St, Unit 54, Unit 54

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2322 Summit St, Unit 2322 Summit Street, Unit 2322 Summit Street
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2320 Summit St, Unit 2320 Summit Street, Unit 2320 Summit Street

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316 E 18th Ave

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45 1/2 E Duncan St, Unit 45 1/2, Unit 45 1/2

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2586 East Ave, Unit 2586, Unit 2586

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2430 Indianola Ave, Unit 2430 Indianola Avenue, Unit 2430 Indianola Avenue

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104 McMillen Ave, Unit Apt B, Unit Apt B

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102 McMillen Ave, Unit A, Unit A

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41 King Ave, Unit #D, Unit #D

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2500 N High St, Unit Furnished Unit, Unit Furnished Unit

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1350 Dennison Ave, Unit Furnished, Unit Furnished
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1278 Neil Ave, Unit 1280, Unit 1280

1284 Highland St, Unit AptC, Unit AptC

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1360 Highland St, Unit Apt F, Unit Apt F

324 E 20th Ave

1639 Summit St

1641 Summit Street

269 E 13th Ave

1638 Summit St

2346 East Ave, Unit 2348, Unit 2348

304 E 13th Ave
University District, Columbus, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University District?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University District Studio Apartments | $1,190 | $750 | $1,750 |
| University District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,558 | $775 | $2,654 |
| University District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,809 | $650 | $3,180 |
| University District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,600 | $1,114 | $2,700 |
| University District 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,982 | $964 | $6,631 |
| University District 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,692 | $1,950 | $4,250 |
| University District 6 Bedroom Apartments | $3,322 | $2,495 | $4,560 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleUniversity District, Columbus, OH
Ranked #134
Among cities in Ohio for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
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Family-Friendly Rating
Do you have kids? this neighborhood has come to be a good neighborhood for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. This includes features like parks, and having the best learning and education resources available.
Pet Friendly Rating
This area of Columbus has emerged as one of the finest neighborhoods for renting with pets, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about University District
How much are Studio apartments in University District?
There are currently 317 Studio Apartments in University District with rent ranges from $750 to $1,750 with an average price of $1,190.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom University District Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in University District ranges from $775 to $2,654 with an average monthly rent of $1,558.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in University District cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in University District range from $650 to $3,180. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,809.
How expensive are University District Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 162 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in University District on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,114 to $2,700 - averaging $1,600 for the location.
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