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1620-1636 Indianola Ave

134 W 9th Ave

160-166 Chittenden Ave

100 E Frambes Ave

2020-2030 Summit St

Ohio Stater

The Hub

Holiday House Apartments

2083 N 4th St
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33 E 13th Ave

Summit Street Apartments

369-373 E 12th Ave

University Apartments

1975 Summit St

90 W 8th Ave

1354 N 4th St

1243 - 1251 Summit St

Stratagem Manors

1524 Neil Ave
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213 E 14th Ave

149 E 11th Ave

1322 N 5th St

384 E. Maynard Ave

Lantern Square Apartments

14th St. Apartments

240 W Lane Ave

65 E 18th Ave

2378 Neil Ave

201-253 W 9th Ave

Landis OSU Campus Apartments

100 W. 6th Ave

453-455 E. 16th Ave

58 W 9th Ave

215 E 14th Ave

50 McMillen Ave

60 W 9th Ave

316-328 E 15th Ave

162-168 E 12th Ave

80 West Lane

Summit St 1722 GW2

N High St 2228 TPP

60-76 W. 8th Avenue

313-315 Chittenden Ave

1235 Summit St

Flats at 1991

Stratagem Norwich

374 E 13th Ave

344-352 E 13th Ave

270 E 12th
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 | $1,213 | $795 | $1,750 |
| University District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,465 | $600 | $2,494 |
| University District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,513 | $955 | $3,000 |
| University District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,790 | $1,189 | $4,584 |
| University District 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,360 | $999 | $5,408 |
| University District 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,848 | $959 | $6,920 |
| University District 6 Bedroom Apartments | $3,765 | $2,400 | $6,920 |
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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 $875.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University District?
The cheapest apartment in University District is Hometeam Properties which is listed at $849, while the average apartment in University District costs $1,465.
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 43 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 $358 which is $1,107 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University District.
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Where to Rent in Columbus: Mapping Major Employers to Affordable Neighborhoods
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Ask Columbus workers where they live, and you’ll hear the same neighborhood names: University District, Clintonville, Near East Side, North Columbus, and West Columbus.

Welcome to Columbus: An Insider's Guide to Ohios Best-Kept Secret
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Visitors to Columbus, OH, won't admit it at first, but they secretly expect this Midwestern capital to resemble a sprawling version of Mayberry from the old Andy Griffith show. I'm serious.

The Ultimate Local Expert's Guide To Top Columbus, OH Neighborhoods for College and University Student Renters
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Columbus, OH, artfully blends a laid-back Midwest personality with the excitement of urban living and the spirited atmosphere of student life.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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