Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University District Columbus, OH from $400 (107 Rentals)

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207 E Lane Ave

ColumbusOH43201

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105 W 8th Ave

ColumbusOH43201

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112-116 E 9th Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

112-116 E 9th Ave

112-116 E 9th AveColumbus, OH 43201
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325 E 15th Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

325 E 15th Ave

325 E 15th AveColumbus, OH 43201
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40 E Lane Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

40 E Lane Ave

40 E Lane AveColumbus, OH 43201
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56 E Lane Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

56 E Lane Ave

56 E Lane AveColumbus, OH 43201
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112 W Lane Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

112 W Lane Ave

112 W Lane AveColumbus, OH 43201
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1529 Summit St
5 Bedroom Apartments

1529 Summit St

1529 Summit StColumbus, OH 43201

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100 W Oakland Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

100 W Oakland Ave

100 W Oakland AveColumbus, OH 43201
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29 E Norwich Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

29 E Norwich Ave

29 E Norwich AveColumbus, OH 43201
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159-165 W Northwood Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

159-165 W Northwood Ave

159-165 W Northwood AveColumbus, OH 43201
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University District, Columbus, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available University District Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University District area of Columbus, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at N High St 2228 TPP priced from $699. Holiday House Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $699. Here are the most affordable University District apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
N High St 2228 TPP1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$699
Holiday House Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$699
Duncan Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$775
Chittenden Ave 34 UL2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$850
1680 Summit St2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$940
East Village1 Bedroom3BR,2BA$995
Grant ParkThe Riverside1BR,1BA$1,005
245 E 13th AveTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,040
Lumen on Ninth4BR/4BA - D54BR,4BA$1,099

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University District, OH

As of July 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the University District area is the $1.15 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at 414 E 12th Ave in the in the North Central Columbus neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value University District apartment is the 2 Beds Model at 1871 N 4th St starting at $1,175 with a $0.94 price per square foot in the North East Columbus neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University District apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
414 E 12th Ave3 Bedroom3BR,2.5BA$1.15
1871 N 4th St2 Beds2BR,1BA$0.94
The Day Companies - Short North1251 Courtland 2051BR,1BA$1.16
Smith and High1251 Courtland Ave Apt 2051BR,1BA$1.16
Chittenden Ave 34 UL2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$0.71
The Point on LaneUnit 250 (above) / 350 (below; connected by spiral3BR,2BA$1.01
Ravine Flats at Iuka2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.87
Duncan Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.02
1680 Summit St1 Bed With Office1BR,1BA$1.25
N High St 2228 TPP1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$0.93

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
University District, Columbus, OH

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Among cities in Ohio for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team is happy to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including University District, Columbus, and the greater Columbus area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for proximity to parks, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places that make kids happy, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University District Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in University District?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University District is under $1,099.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in University District?

The cheapest apartment in University District is N High St 2228 TPP which is listed at $699, while the average apartment in University District costs $2,900.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in University District?

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 17 regular apartments in University District 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 District?

Cheap apartments in University District have an average cost of $682 which is $2,218 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University District.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Columbus, OH

Written by: Kim Mooneyham

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

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