
Apartments for Rent in the University Neighborhood of Columbus, OH Under $2,000 (166 Rentals)


Wilson Place

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Luxe Belle | Student Housing

Ravine Flats at Iuka

1680 Summit St

245 E 13th Ave

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Statehouse Highline on 9th

242 E 12th Ave

100 Chittenden Ave
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134 W 9th Ave

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104 McMillen Ave, Unit Apt B

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102 McMillen Ave, Unit A

80 McMillen Ave

72 McMillen Ave, Unit B

1361 Hamlet St

90 E 8th Ave, Unit 2

1490 Michigan Ave

90 E 8th Ave

117 E 9th Ave
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115 E 9th Ave

111 E 9th Ave

2198-2200 N High St

250 Chittenden Ave

1393 Summit St

60 G

1462-1464-1464 Neil Ave

1610 Summit St

1651 N Pearl St

35 Euclid Ave
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1518 Worthington St

51 McMillen Ave

22 Chittenden Ave

1369 Summit St

24 Chittenden Ave

45 1/2 Euclid Ave

1363 Summit St

204 Chittenden Ave

2020 Iuka Ave

133-1335 W 10th Ave
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2024 Summit St

2024 Iuka Ave

296 King Ave

1437 Neil Ave

2026 Summit St

2097 Summit St

45 McMillen Ave

49 Euclid Ave

1638 Summit St

177 E 11th 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 | $1,598 | $800 | $1,750 |
| University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,695 | $849 | $2,100 |
| University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,318 | $650 | $2,196 |
| University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,697 | $1,200 | $2,400 |
| University 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,503 | $1,699 | $3,800 |
| University 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,618 | $1,950 | $4,250 |
| University 6 Bedroom Apartments | $4,560 | $4,560 | $4,560 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleUniversity, Columbus, OH
Ranked #192
Among cities in Ohio for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about University
How much are Studio apartments in University?
There are currently 189 Studio Apartments in University with rent ranges from $800 to $1,750 with an average price of $1,598.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom University Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in University ranges from $849 to $2,100 with an average monthly rent of $1,695.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in University cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in University range from $650 to $2,196. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,318.
How expensive are University Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 122 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in University on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,200 to $2,400 - averaging $1,697 for the location.
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