Cheap Homes for Rent in University Heights Neighborhood of Cleveland, OH from $1,000 (7 Rentals)

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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 Brookline Gardens priced from $875. Heights Garden Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here are the most affordable University Heights apartments for rent in Cleveland, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Brookline Gardens1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$875
Heights Garden ApartmentsHeights Garden: 1 Bed 1 Bath - Premium1BR,1BA$1,050
Kensington Place Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,105

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Heights, OH

As of May 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Heights area is the $1.06 price per square foot 2256 Rexwood Rd Model at 2256 Rexwood Rd, Unit 2nd Floor in the in the Shaker Lakes neighborhood starting from $1,325. The second greatest value University Heights apartment is the February 2025 Move In Special Model at Uptown Shaker starting at $2,000 with a $1.67 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.
2256 Rexwood Rd, Unit 2nd Floor2256 Rexwood Rd2BR,1BA$1.06
Uptown ShakerFebruary 2025 Move In Special3BR,2BA$1.67
3134 Kensington Rd, Unit 23134 Kensington Rd2BR,1BA$1.07
3250 Clarendon Rd, Unit 2nd Floor3250 Clarendon Rd2BR,1BA$1.07
North Park Terrace Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.16
Uptown ShakerFebruary 2025 Move In Special1BR,1BA$1.55
2181 Rexwood Rd, Unit 32181 Rexwood Rd1BR,1BA$0.91
Brookline Gardens1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.22
Heights Garden ApartmentsHeights Garden: 1 Bed 1 Bath - Premium1BR,1BA$1.50
Kensington Place Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1.92

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Frequently Asked Questions about University Heights

What type of rentals are currently available in University Heights?

There are currently 113 Apartments for Rent in University Heights, OH with pricing that ranges from $585 to $13,681. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University Heights ranging from $1,000 to $4,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in University Heights ranges from $1,000 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,186.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in University Heights range from $1,295 to $8,655, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,350 to $3,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,450 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,275.

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