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222 E 11th AveColumbus, OH 43201
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $400 (53 Rentals)
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1392 Summit StColumbus, OH 43201
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1392 Summit StColumbus, OH 43201
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1567 Highland St, Unit A
1567 Highland StColumbus, OH 43201
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1680 Summit St
1680 Summit StColumbus, OH 43201
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1957 Summit St
1957 Summit StColumbus, OH 43201
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100 Chittenden Ave
100 Chittenden AveColumbus, OH 43201
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245 E 13th Ave
245 E 13th AveColumbus, OH 43201
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112-116 E 9th Ave
112-116 E 9th AveColumbus, OH 43201
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1548-1550 Hunter Ave
1548-1550 Hunter AveColumbus, OH 43201
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1437 Hunter Ave
1437 Hunter AveColumbus, OH 43201
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112 W Lane Ave
112 W Lane AveColumbus, OH 43201
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56 E Lane Ave
56 E Lane AveColumbus, OH 43201
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1529 Summit St
1529 Summit StColumbus, OH 43201
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40 E Lane Ave
40 E Lane AveColumbus, OH 43201
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments
144 W 9th Ave
144 W 9th AveColumbus, OH 43201
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29 E Norwich Ave
29 E Norwich AveColumbus, OH 43201
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1528-1530 Neil Ave
1528-1530 Neil AveColumbus, OH 43201
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W. 9th Avenue Apartments
100 W 9th AveColumbus, OH 43201
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1620-1636 Indianola Ave
1620-1636 Indianola AveColumbus, OH 43201
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160-166 Chittenden Ave
160-166 Chittenden AveColumbus, OH 43201
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100 E Frambes Ave
100 E Frambes AveColumbus, OH 43201
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Ohio Stater
2060 B N High StColumbus, OH 43201
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The Hub
150 E 13th AveColumbus, OH 43201
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Summit Street Apartments
1717 Summit StColumbus, OH 43201
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1 Bedroom Apartments
33 E 13th Ave
33 E 13th AveColumbus, OH 43201
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University Apartments
75 W 9th AveColumbus, OH 43201
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Holiday House Apartments
1472-1490 Neil AveColumbus, OH 43201
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1975 Summit St
1975 Summit StColumbus, OH 43201
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1524 Neil Ave
1524 Neil AveColumbus, OH 43201
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149 E 11th Ave
149 E 11th AveColumbus, OH 43201
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14th St. Apartments
80 E 14th AveColumbus, OH 43201
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65 E 18th Ave
65 E 18th AveColumbus, OH 43201
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201-253 W 9th Ave
201-253 W 9th AveColumbus, OH 43201
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162-168 E 12th Ave
162-168 E 12th AveColumbus, OH 43201
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80 West Lane
80 W Lane AveColumbus, OH 43201
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Chittenden Ave 34 UL
34 Chittenden AveColumbus, OH 43201
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60-76 W. 8th Avenue
60-76 W 8th AveColumbus, OH 43201
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Lantern Square Apartments
1444-1450 N High StColumbus, OH 43201
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Flats at 65
65 W 8th AveColumbus, OH 43201
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1919 Indianola Ave
1919 Indianola AveColumbus, OH 43201
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1985 Summit St
1985 Summit StColumbus, OH 43201
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Chittenden Ave 105 RRR
105 Chittenden AveColumbus, OH 43201
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101 E Lane Ave
101 E Lane AveColumbus, OH 43201
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95 E Norwich Ave
95 E Norwich AveColumbus, OH 43201
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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 | $1,571 | $650 | $1,750 |
| University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,762 | $799 | $2,315 |
| University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,519 | $850 | $2,800 |
| University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,564 | $951 | $3,198 |
| University 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,800 | $964 | $3,600 |
| University 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,472 | $1,500 | $4,000 |
| University 6 Bedroom Apartments | $4,560 | $4,560 | $4,560 |
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There are currently 53 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 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 $749. Here are the most affordable University apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hometeam Properties | Studio - Multiple Available | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| Holiday House Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $749 |
| 1680 Summit St | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| Lumen on Ninth | 3BR/3BA - C4 Shared | 3BR,3BA | $944 |
| Chittenden Ave 34 UL | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $949 |
| 1957 Summit St | 1957 Summit St 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Statehouse Highline | 4BR/4BA - 4.1 | 4BR,4BA | $1,014 |
| 100 Chittenden Ave | 2 Beds 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| 245 E 13th Ave | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Rambler Columbus - Historical Access | The Perry | 4BR,4BA | $1,429 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University, OH
As of March 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the University area is the $1.63 price per square foot 4 Bed 1 Bath Model at 100 Chittenden Ave in the in the Flytown neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value University apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at Chittenden Ave 34 UL starting at $949 with a $0.79 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 Chittenden Ave | 4 Bed 1 Bath | 4BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Chittenden Ave 34 UL | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.79 |
| 83 E Frambes Ave | 83 E Frambes Ave | 4BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| 1957 Summit St | 1957 Summit St 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 245 E 13th Ave | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| 1680 Summit St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| The King Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| 8th and High | 1 Bed 1 Bath Standard (543 Square Feet) | 1BR,1BA | $2.90 |
| Statehouse Highline on 9th | Studio - Rothko II | Studio ,1BA | $2.93 |
| Holiday House Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $1.60 |
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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 $1,429.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University?
The cheapest apartment in University is Holiday House Apartments which is listed at $799, 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 103 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 $831 which is $3,729 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University.
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