
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $400 (89 Rentals)
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Hometeam Properties

76 W 8th Ave

1680 Summit St

171 Chittenden Ave

60 G

100 Chittenden Ave

245 E 13th Ave

1393 Summit St

45 1/2 Euclid Ave
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1369 Summit St

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70 E 7th Ave, Unit APARTMENT

2024 Summit St

250 Chittenden Ave

117 E 9th Ave

80 McMillen Ave

1448 Summit St

22 Chittenden Ave

1651 N Pearl St

112-116 E 9th Ave
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1548-1550 Hunter Ave

29 E Norwich Ave

112 W Lane Ave

56 E Lane Ave

1437 Hunter Ave

1529 Summit St

40 E Lane Ave

144 W 9th Ave

1528-1530 Neil Ave

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1620-1636 Indianola Ave

160-166 Chittenden Ave

100 E Frambes Ave

134 W 9th Ave

Ohio Stater

The Hub

Summit Street Apartments

33 E 13th Ave

University Apartments

1975 Summit St
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90 W 8th Ave

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1524 Neil Ave

149 E 11th Ave

Lantern Square Apartments

201-253 W 9th Ave

240 W Lane Ave

58 W 9th Ave

14th St. Apartments

65 E 18th 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 | $1,605 | $795 | $1,750 |
| University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,728 | $849 | $2,100 |
| University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,300 | $925 | $2,196 |
| University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,579 | $1,200 | $2,400 |
| University 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,362 | $1,600 | $3,800 |
| University 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,050 | $1,950 | $4,250 |
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There are currently 89 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the University Neighborhood of Columbus, OH.
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Cheapest Available University Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the University area of Columbus, OH is a 3 Beds unit found at 90 W 8th Ave priced from $750. Hometeam Properties has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $849. Here are the most affordable University apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90 W 8th Ave | 3 Beds, 2 Baths | 3BR,2BA | $750 |
| Hometeam Properties | 1 Bedroom - Multiple Floorplans Available | 1BR,1BA | $849 |
| 58 W 9th Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| 50 McMillen Ave | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $860 |
| 60 W 9th Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
| 60-76 W. 8th Avenue | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 37590 | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| 1680 Summit St | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| 1492 Indianola Ave | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| 100 Chittenden Ave | 2 Beds 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University, OH
As of August 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the University area is the $0.63 price per square foot 3 Beds, 2 Baths Model at 90 W 8th Ave in the in the Flytown neighborhood starting from $750. The second greatest value University apartment is the 4 Bed 1 Bath Model at 100 Chittenden Ave starting at $1,950 with a $1.63 price per square foot in the Flytown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90 W 8th Ave | 3 Beds, 2 Baths | 3BR,2BA | $0.63 |
| 100 Chittenden Ave | 4 Bed 1 Bath | 4BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| 242 E 12th Ave | Duplex | 3BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| 80 McMillen Ave | 80 McMillen Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| 70 E 7th Ave, Unit APARTMENT | 70 E 7th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| 245 E 13th Ave | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| 1680 Summit St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| 60 W 9th Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 50 McMillen Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| 1942 Summit St, Unit F | 1942 Summit St | Studio ,1BA | $2.04 |
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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 $1,050.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University?
The cheapest apartment in University is Hometeam Properties which is listed at $849, while the average apartment in University costs $1,700.
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 35 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 $780 which is $920 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University.
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