
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $400 (56 Rentals)
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207 E Lane Ave

2028 Summit St

2026 Summit St

1392 Summit St

1485 Summit St

1680 Summit St

1567 Highland St, Unit A

2135 Summit St

114.5 McMillen Ave
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98 King Ave

100 Chittenden Ave

245 E 13th Ave

35 Euclid Ave

1661 N Pearl St

133 W 10th Ave

112-116 E 9th Ave

1548-1550 Hunter Ave

29 E Norwich Ave

112 W Lane Ave
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1529 Summit St

40 E Lane Ave

144 W 9th Ave

56 E Lane Ave

1437 Hunter Ave

1528-1530 Neil Ave

W. 9th Avenue Apartments

1620-1636 Indianola Ave

160-166 Chittenden Ave

100 E Frambes Ave
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Ohio Stater

The Hub

Holiday House Apartments

Summit Street Apartments

33 E 13th Ave

University Apartments

1975 Summit St

1524 Neil Ave

149 E 11th Ave

14th St. Apartments
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65 E 18th Ave

201-253 W 9th Ave

162-168 E 12th Ave

80 West Lane

Chittenden Ave 34 UL

The Row on 8th

Lantern Square Apartments

Flats at 65

1919 Indianola Ave

1985 Summit St
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University, Columbus, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Studio Apartments | $1,527 | $650 | $1,690 |
| University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,696 | $795 | $2,300 |
| University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,554 | $850 | $2,800 |
| University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,579 | $951 | $2,400 |
| University 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,829 | $949 | $3,600 |
| University 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,110 | $1,500 | $4,500 |
| University 6 Bedroom Apartments | $4,003 | $2,850 | $4,600 |
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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 $699. 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 | $699 |
| The King Apartments | Four Bedroom | 4BR,4BA | $800 |
| 1680 Summit St | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| Lumen on Ninth | 3BR/3BA - C4 Shared | 3BR,3BA | $929 |
| Chittenden Ave 34 UL | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $949 |
| Statehouse Highline | 4BR/4BA - 4.1 | 4BR,4BA | $999 |
| 100 Chittenden Ave | 2 Beds 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| 245 E 13th Ave | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Statehouse Varsity | 4BR/4BA - 4.1L | 4BR,4BA | $1,275 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University, OH
As of January 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the University area is the $0.56 price per square foot Four Bedroom Model at The King Apartments in the in the Flytown neighborhood starting from $800. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The King Apartments | Four Bedroom | 4BR,4BA | $0.56 |
| Chittenden Ave 34 UL | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.79 |
| 100 Chittenden Ave | 4 Bed 1 Bath | 4BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| 80 McMillen Ave, Unit A | 80 McMillen Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 245 E 13th Ave | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 215 East Lane Avenue | 215 East Lane Avenue - B | 3BR,1.5BA | $3.00 |
| 1680 Summit St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| 2034-2040 N High St | 203 | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| Statehouse Highline on 9th | Studio - Rothko II | Studio ,1BA | $2.90 |
| Holiday House Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $1.50 |
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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 $1,275.
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 $6,200.
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 104 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 $710 which is $5,490 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University.
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