Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Heights Neighborhood of Cleveland, OH from $500 (49 Rentals)

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3428 Altamont Rd
$9502 Bedroom, 1 Bath RentalsAvailable Now

3428 Altamont Rd

Cleveland, OH 44118
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WJM Cedar Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

WJM Cedar Apartments

14214 Cedar RdCleveland, OH 44118
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Essex-Morley Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Essex-Morley Apartments

3435 Superior Park DrCleveland Heights, OH 44118
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Barclay Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Barclay Apartments

3436-3440 Superior Park DrCleveland Heights, OH 44118
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Country Club Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Country Club Apartments

3290 Warrensville Center RdShaker Heights, OH 44122
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Fairway-Marchmont Terrace
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Fairway-Marchmont Terrace

3310 Warrensville Center RdShaker Heights, OH 44122
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Colton House Golf View
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Colton House Golf View

3363 Warrensville Center RdBeachwood, OH 44122
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Aristocrat Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Aristocrat Apartments

3311 Warrensville Center RdShaker Heights, OH 44122
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2868 Noble Rd
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2868 Noble Rd

2868 Noble RdCleveland Heights, OH 44121
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Uptown Shaker
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Uptown Shaker

3341-3351 Warrensville CtrShaker Heights, OH 44122
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Almar Arms
1 Bedroom Apartments

Almar Arms

3261 Warrensville Center RdShaker Heights, OH 44122
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University Heights, Cleveland, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available University Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Heights area of Cleveland, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Aristocrat Apts - Aspiring to Antastafae priced from $903. Heights Garden Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable University Heights apartments for rent in Cleveland, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Aristocrat Apts - Aspiring to Antastafae1x11BR,1BA$903
Heights Garden Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath - Upgraded1BR,1BA$995
Robinview Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath - Upgraded1BR,1BA$1,025
Huntington Green ApartmentsGarden 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,045
Kensington Place Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,125
The Concord ApartmentsOne Bedroom Junior1BR,1BA$1,230
Uptown ShakerFebruary 2025 Move In Special1BR,1BA$1,300
The Hiatus0EStudio,1BA$1,399
Uptown ShakerFebruary 2025 Move In Special1BR,1BA$1,400

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Heights, OH

As of February 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Heights area is the $2.22 price per square foot 3 bedroom 2 Bath Type E Model at Atrium in The Village in the in the Bexley Park neighborhood starting from $4,500. The second greatest value University Heights apartment is the 1x2 Model at Aristocrat Apts - Aspiring to Antastafae starting at $1,400 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the Malvern 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.
Atrium in The Village3 bedroom 2 Bath Type E3BR,2BA$2.22
Aristocrat Apts - Aspiring to Antastafae1x21BR,2BA$1.17
Uptown ShakerFebruary 2025 Move In Special3BR,2BA$1.67
3367 E Scarborough Rd, Unit 33673367 E Scarborough Rd2BR,1BA$1.25
Uptown ShakerFebruary 2025 Move In Special1BR,1BA$1.55
Heights Garden Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath - Premium1BR,1BA$1.50
The Concord ApartmentsOne Bedroom Junior1BR,1BA$2.06
Huntington Green ApartmentsGarden 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.80
Kensington Place Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1.96
Robinview Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath - Upgraded1BR,1BA$2.01

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
University Heights, Cleveland, OH

Ranked #86

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is proud to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Cleveland. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the University Heights Neighborhood in Cleveland, OH

Walk Score®

77 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

49 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

14 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Heights Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in University Heights?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in University Heights is at The Hiatus listed at $1,399.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom University Heights Apartment is $903 at Aristocrat Apts - Aspiring to Antastafae.

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 Aristocrat Apts - Aspiring to Antastafae.

What is the most affordable University Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap University Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Uptown Shaker and starts from $2,000.

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