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property at 13641 Cedar Rd

$1,350 - $1,425

2 Bedroom Rentals

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13641 Cedar Rd

University HeightsOH44118

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property at 2865 Avondale Ave

$900 - $2,500

1 To 5 Bedroom Rentals

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2865 Avondale Ave

Cleveland HeightsOH44118

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property at 2773 Hampshire Rd

$1,100 - $1,150

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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2773 Hampshire Rd

Cleveland HeightsOH44106
property at 3345 Desota Ave

$1,150

2 Bedroom Rentals

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3345 Desota Ave

Cleveland HeightsOH44118

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property at 18405 Newell Rd

$1,200 - $1,250

2 Bedroom Rentals

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18405 Newell Rd

Shaker HeightsOH44122

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University Heights, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available University Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in University Heights, OH is a Studio unit found at Manor Apartments in the Coventry Village neighborhood priced from $750. Masonic Towers Apartments in the Coventry Village neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $775. Here is today’s list of the most affordable University Heights apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Manor ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$750
Masonic Towers Apartments3125 Whitehorn1BR,1BA$775
Shaker CrossingOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$850
Brookline Gardens1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$875
Noble Villa Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$895
Mornington Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$950
2814 Hampshire Rd2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$950
Van Aken Villas1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$970
WJM Cedar Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath Large1BR,1BA$995
Avalon CrossingAvalon 1 x 11BR,1BA$1,000

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Heights, OH

As of January 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Heights area is the $1.07 price per square foot 19614 Winslow Rd Model at 19614 Winslow Rd, Unit Upper in the in the Malvern neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value University Heights apartment is the The Hoffman Model at The Drake starting at $1,400 with a $0.86 price per square foot in the Ludlow neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
19614 Winslow Rd, Unit Upper19614 Winslow Rd4BR,2BA$1.07
The DrakeThe Hoffman3BR,2BA$0.86
Mayfield 16 Townhomes3 Beds, 1.5 Baths3BR,1.5BA$1.20
Masonic Towers Apartments1625-103BR,1BA$0.90
2814 Hampshire Rd2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$0.95
Maycourt ApartmentsMaycourt: 1 Bed 1 Bath - Premium1BR,1BA$1.20
Van Aken Villas1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.16
WJM Cedar Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath Large1BR,1BA$1.23
Noble Villa Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.19
Brookline Gardens1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.22

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Local Expert's Guide to The Top Neighborhoods to Rent Near Major Colleges and Universities in Cleveland

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Heights Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom University Heights Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom University Heights Apartment is $775 at Masonic Towers Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom University Heights Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in University Heights is starting from $950 at 2814 Hampshire Rd.

What is the most affordable University Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap University Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Masonic Towers Apartments and starts from $985.

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Choosing the ideal place to call home in Cleveland may mean selecting a neighborhood that offers excellent access to the freeways or good overall schools for the kids.

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