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215 E Lane Ave

ColumbusOH43201

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University, Columbus, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available University Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University area of Columbus, OH is a Studio unit found at Holiday House Apartments priced from $715. 1680 Summit St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $940. Here are the most affordable University apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Holiday House Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$715
1680 Summit St2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$940
Statehouse Highline4BR/4BA - 4.14BR,4BA$949

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University, OH

As of June 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the University area is the $0.92 price per square foot 2BR/1.0BA Model at Chittenden Ave 34 UL in the in the Flytown neighborhood starting from $1,100. The second greatest value University apartment is the Unit 250 (above) / 350 (below; connected by spiral Model at The Point on Lane starting at $1,150 with a $1.01 price per square foot in the Harrison West neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Chittenden Ave 34 UL2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$0.92
The Point on LaneUnit 250 (above) / 350 (below; connected by spiral3BR,2BA$1.01
Statehouse Varsity3BR/3BA - 3.13BR,3BA$1.31
Ravine Flats at Iuka2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.87
Wilson PlaceWilson3BR,2BA$1.24
Peer on 7th Student LivingB32BR,2BA$1.31
Luxe Belle | Student HousingC102BR,2BA$1.37
245 E 13th Ave1 Bedroom with Office1BR,1BA$1.30
1680 Summit St1 Bed With Office1BR,1BA$1.25
Holiday House Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$1.53

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Frequently Asked Questions about University

What type of rentals are currently available in University?

There are currently 493 Apartments for Rent in University, OH with pricing that ranges from $795 to $6,300. There are also 42 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University ranging from $1,064 to $7,200.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in University?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in University ranges from $1,064 to $7,200 with an average monthly rent of $3,403.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in University?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in University range from $1,025 to $2,415, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,500 to $1,925. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,999 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $829.

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