
Apartments for Rent in the University District Columbus, OH Under $2,000 (275 Rentals)


Tompkins

The Urban - Student Housing

Wilson Place

The Guild

Hometeam Properties

Luxe Belle | Student Housing

Makley Place

Ravine Flats at Iuka

Riverwatch Towers
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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

333 E 18th Ave
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1460 Grant

Grant Commons

Hudson

100 Chittenden Ave

134 W 9th Ave

Duncan Apartments

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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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1278 Neil Ave, Unit 1280, Unit 1280

1284 Highland St, Unit AptC, Unit AptC

80 McMillen Ave

72 McMillen Ave, Unit B, Unit B

1638 Summit St

304 E 13th Ave

452 Clinton St

325 Clinton St

1297 N 5th St
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37 W Tompkins St

269 E 13th Ave

116 E Hudson St

29 W Blake Ave

1850 N 4th St

2346 East Ave, Unit 2348, Unit 2348

1372 Neil Ave

1793 1/2 N 4th St

512 Clinton St

1974 N 4th St
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 | $1,207 | $666 | $1,750 |
| University District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,583 | $775 | $2,654 |
| University District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,758 | $650 | $3,180 |
| University District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,626 | $951 | $2,700 |
| University District 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,013 | $964 | $6,481 |
| University District 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,706 | $2,000 | $4,250 |
| University District 6 Bedroom Apartments | $3,540 | $2,700 | $4,560 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about University District
How much are Studio apartments in University District?
There are currently 314 Studio Apartments in University District with rent ranges from $666 to $1,750 with an average price of $1,207.
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 $1,583.
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 $1,758.
How expensive are University District Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 145 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in University District on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $951 to $2,700 - averaging $1,626 for the location.
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