Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Area Cleveland, OH from $600 (65 Rentals)

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1450 E 110th St
$1,6002 Bedroom, 1 Bath RentalsAvailable Feb 15

1450 E 110th St

Cleveland, OH 44106
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Hruby Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hruby Apartments

10722 Lee AveCleveland, OH 44106
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Fayne Apartments
Studio Apartments

Fayne Apartments

2085 Cornell RdCleveland, OH 44106
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Plateau
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Plateau

12463 Cedar RdCleveland, OH 44106
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The Wilson
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Wilson

2091-2095 Lennox RdCleveland, OH 44106
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Highland Bldg
2 Bedroom Apartments

Highland Bldg

2115-2123 Lennox RdCleveland, OH 44106
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The Manstan
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Manstan

2536 Overlook RdCleveland, OH 44106
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Helena Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Helena Apartments

12215 Ashbury AveCleveland, OH 44106
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Fair Mount
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Fair Mount

12467 Cedar RdCleveland, OH 44106
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1480 E 115th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1480 E 115th St

1480 E 115th StCleveland, OH 44106
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2112 Lennox Rd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2112 Lennox Rd

2112 Lennox RdCleveland, OH 44106
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Surrey
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Surrey

2126 Surrey RdCleveland, OH 44106
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The Davis
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Davis

10700 Churchill AveCleveland, OH 44106
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Plaza
2 Bedroom Apartments

Plaza

12485 Cedar RdCleveland, OH 44106
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University Area, Cleveland, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available University Area Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Area area of Cleveland, OH is a Studio unit found at Twin Flags priced from $800. Fairhill Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $895. Here are the most affordable University Area apartments for rent in Cleveland, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Twin FlagsStudioStudio,1BA$800
Fairhill Gardens1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$895
Overlook Manor1 bed1BR,1BA$900
Integrity Cleveland HeightsStudio 1 Bath (H@_0B)Studio,1BA$960
Little Italy Student Housing1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$985
C Roberto Crossing1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,000
1848 E 89th StOne Bed, One Bath1BR,1BA$1,000
Parkside DwellingsSmall StudioStudio,1BA$1,050
Cedar FairmountOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,100
Lakeview Place8044BR,1BA$1,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Area, OH

As of February 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Area area is the $0.57 price per square foot Private Bedroom in a 4 Bedroom 4.5 Bath (per be... Model at Reserve Overlook in the in the University Area neighborhood starting from $940. The second greatest value University Area apartment is the Two Bedroom Townhomes Model at CircleEast Townhomes starting at $1,250 with a $0.96 price per square foot in the University Area neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Area apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Reserve OverlookPrivate Bedroom in a 4 Bedroom 4.5 Bath (per be...1BR,1BA$0.57
CircleEast TownhomesTwo Bedroom Townhomes2BR,2.5BA$0.96
1848 E 89th StStudioStudio ,1BA$1.20
Lewis Manor Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.30
Cedar FairmountOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.30
Overlook Manor2 bed2BR,1BA$1.25
Little Italy Student Housing1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.23
Fairhill Gardens2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.45
Hessler Road Apartments51BR,1BA$1.52
C Roberto Crossing1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.54

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
University Area, Cleveland, OH

Ranked #24

Among neighborhoods in Cleveland, OH for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

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4.0
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University Area, Cleveland, OH

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University Area, Cleveland, OH

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Lifestyle Ratings

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Area Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in University Area?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in University Area is at Twin Flags listed at $800.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom University Area Apartment is $895 at Fairhill Gardens.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in University Area is starting from $1,000 at Twin Flags.

What is the most affordable University Area Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap University Area Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Twin Flags and starts from $1,300.

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