
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the University District Columbus, OH (255 Rentals)


The Guild

Tompkins

Riverwatch Towers

Hometeam Properties

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Lark Columbus

Luxe Belle | Student Housing

Makley Place

Smith and High

1680 Summit St
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The Day Companies - Short North

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Statehouse Highline on 9th

Royal Neil Apartments

1460 Grant

Grant Commons

Hudson

Duncan Apartments

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

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1567 Highland St, Unit A

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1360 Highland St
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80 McMillen Ave

1372 Neil Ave, Unit Room For Rent B

37 W Tompkins St, Unit B

510 Clinton St

409 W 5th Ave

1363-1367-1367 Neil Ave

2487-2491-2491 Summit St

1257 Dennison Ave

1351 Highland St

1292 Courtland Ave
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51 McMillen Ave

1304 Courtland Ave

101 King Ave

1282 Hunter Ave

226 E 16th Ave

1365 Dennison Ave

1375-1381 N 5th St

2136 Summit St- Large 5 Bedroom Home

133 W Blake Ave

118 King Ave
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2390 Neil Ave

97 W Northwood Ave

410 King Ave

1751 Summit St

225 King

190 E 14th Ave

84 W 9th Ave

112-116 E 9th Ave

1985 Summit St

1357 Dennison 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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Largest Available University District 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the University District area of Columbus, OH is found at The Day Companies - Short North and is listed at 1,172 square feet priced from $1,195. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Day Companies - Short North | Smith and High Flats | 1,172 Sq Ft | $1,195 |
| Smith and High | Smith & High Flats | 1,172 Sq Ft | $1,095 |
| The Guild | Blake | 1,054 Sq Ft | $2,654 |
| Makley Place | Martini | 763 Sq Ft | $1,865 |
| Statehouse Highline on 9th | 1BR/1BA - Kirchner | 753 Sq Ft | $2,100 |
| 1680 Summit St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 750 Sq Ft | $900 |
| N High St 2228 TPP | 1BR/1.0BA | 750 Sq Ft | $849 |
| 8th and High | 1 Bed 1 Bath Plus (720-770 Square Feet) | 727 Sq Ft | $1,830 |
| Holiday House Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 712 Sq Ft | $799 |
Cheapest Available University District 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit University District of Columbus, OH is the 1BR/1.0BA Model starting from $799 at Holiday House Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in University District is currently $1,572. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday House Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | $799 |
| N High St 2228 TPP | 1BR/1.0BA | $849 |
| Hometeam Properties | 1 Bedroom - Multiple Floorplans Available | $849 |
| Royal Neil Apartments | One Bedroom | $890 |
| 1680 Summit St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $900 |
| Grant Park | The Riverside | $1,006 |
| Smith and High | Smith & High Flats | $1,095 |
| The Day Companies - Short North | Smith and High Flats | $1,195 |
| 1460 Grant | 1460 Grant-1A | $1,270 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom University District Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in University District with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in University District is at Holiday House Apartments listed at $799.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom University District Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in University District is $1,572.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom University District Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in University District is a 1,172 square feet unit starting from $1,195 at The Day Companies - Short North.
What is the average size for University District 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in University District is currently 1,100 sq ft.
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