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property at 69 W Blake Ave

69 W Blake Ave

ColumbusOH43202
property at 71 W Blake Ave

71 W Blake Ave

ColumbusOH43202
property at 1361 Hamlet St

1361 Hamlet St

ColumbusOH43201

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215 E Lane Ave

ColumbusOH43201
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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 Studio unit found at Hometeam Properties priced from $650. Holiday House Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $660. Here are the most affordable University District apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hometeam PropertiesStudio - Multiple AvailableStudio,1BA$650
Holiday House Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$660
East VillageRent 1 Bedroom in a 3 Bedroom Apartment! Locate...1BR,2BA$695
Duncan Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$775
Statehouse Highline4BR/4BA - 4.14BR,4BA$799
Lumen on Ninth5BR/3BA - C4 Shared5BR,3BA$839
Chittenden Ave 34 UL2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$849
N High St 2228 TPP1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$849

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University District, OH

As of August 30, 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
Chittenden Ave 34 UL2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$0.71
The Point on LaneUnit 250 (above) / 350 (below; connected by spiral3BR,2BA$1.01
245 E 13th Ave1 Bedroom with Office1BR,1BA$1.30
2590 East Ave, Unit 25902590 East Ave1BR,1BA$1.13
Duncan Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.02
N High St 2228 TPP1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.13
1680 Summit St1 Bed With Office1BR,1BA$1.25
2032 N 4th St2032 N 4th St1BR,1BA$0.96

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
University District, Columbus, OH

Ranked #88

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about University District

What type of rentals are currently available in University District?

There are currently 987 Apartments for Rent in University District, OH with pricing that ranges from $625 to $21,000. There are also 140 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University District ranging from $450 to $16,250.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in University District?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in University District ranges from $450 to $16,250 with an average monthly rent of $6,998.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in University District?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in University District range from $951 to $2,460, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,250 to $3,350. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,425 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $799.

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