
Apartments for Rent in the University District Columbus, OH (1,056 Rentals)


The Guild

Tompkins

The Urban - Student Housing

Wilson Place

Riverwatch Towers

The King Apartments

Hometeam Properties

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Lark Columbus

Luxe Belle | Student Housing
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Makley Place

Ravine Flats at Iuka

1271 Summit St

Smith and High

1680 Summit St

245 E 13th Ave

The Day Companies - Short North

1871 N 4th St

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Statehouse Highline on 9th

Royal Neil Apartments
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242 E 12th Ave

333 E 18th Ave

1460 Grant

Grant Commons

100 Chittenden Ave

Hudson

Duncan Apartments

2246 N 4th St

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350 1/2 E 20th Ave, Unit 350 1/2 E 20th Ave

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68 E Hudson St, Unit 68
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104 McMillen Ave, Unit Apt B

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102 McMillen Ave, Unit A

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41 King Ave, Unit #D

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20 W Maynard Ave, Unit 28 W Maynard

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1315 N 6th St, Unit 1315

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1567 Highland St, Unit A

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1360 Highland St, Unit Apt F

80 McMillen Ave

72 McMillen Ave, Unit B

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2389 N 4th St, Unit 2389
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324 E 20th Ave

1639 Summit St

1641 Summit Street

269 E 13th Ave

385 E 15th Ave

65 W Blake Ave

27 W Blake Ave

37 W Tompkins St, Unit B

2439 Medary Ave

2441 Medary Ave
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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 | $1,226 | $800 | $1,750 |
| University District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,572 | $775 | $2,789 |
| University District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,797 | $650 | $3,180 |
| University District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,892 | $1,189 | $7,021 |
| University District 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,596 | $999 | $8,455 |
| University District 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,880 | $959 | $9,192 |
| University District 6 Bedroom Apartments | $4,543 | $2,900 | $9,318 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleUniversity District, Columbus, OH
Ranked #124
Among cities in Ohio for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including University District, Columbus, and the greater Columbus area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best outdoor access, luxury housing options, places to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
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 311 Studio Apartments in University District with rent ranges from $800 to $1,750 with an average price of $1,226.
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 $2,789 with an average monthly rent of $1,572.
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 $1,797.
How expensive are University District Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 148 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in University District on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,189 to $7,021 - averaging $1,892 for the location.
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