
Cheap 3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the University Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $951 (24 Rentals)


1524 Indianola Ave

299 E 19th Ave

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102 McMillen Ave, Unit A, Unit A

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104 McMillen Ave, Unit Apt B, Unit Apt B

297 E 19th Ave

100 Chittenden Ave

1548-1550 Hunter Ave
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65 E 18th Ave

1381 Indianola Ave

127 E 13th Ave

1458 Highland St

31 E 18th Ave

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112 W Lane Ave

2070 Indianola Ave

180 Chittenden Ave

162-168 E 12th Ave

253 E 19th Ave

26 King Ave
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Studio Apartments | $1,563 | $666 | $1,750 |
| University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,795 | $799 | $2,315 |
| University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,369 | $650 | $2,498 |
University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,527 | $951 | $2,500 |
| University 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,743 | $964 | $3,800 |
| University 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,786 | $2,000 | $4,250 |
| University 6 Bedroom Apartments | $4,560 | $4,560 | $4,560 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in University?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University is under $1,095.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University?
The cheapest apartment in University is Lumen on Ninth which is listed at $929, while the average apartment in University costs $4,560.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University?
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 73 regular apartments in University 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?
Cheap apartments in University have an average cost of $1,064 which is $3,496 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University.
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