Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Neighborhood of Cleveland, OH from $600 (66 Rentals)

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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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The Biltmore Building
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Biltmore Building

2441 Overlook 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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The Derbyshire Building
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Derbyshire Building

2480-2482 Derbyshire 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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Park Place Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Park Place Apartments

1404-1493 East BlvdCleveland, 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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University East Building
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

University East Building

11328 Euclid AveCleveland, OH 44106
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Carnegie Tower at Fairfax
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Carnegie Tower at Fairfax

8920 Carnegie AveCleveland, OH 44106
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The Stratford Building
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Stratford Building

2440 Overlook RdCleveland, OH 44106
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Plaza
2 Bedroom Apartments

Plaza

12485 Cedar RdCleveland, OH 44106

University, Cleveland, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available University Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University area of Cleveland, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Heights Apartments on Overlook priced from $795. Heights Apartments at Cedar Fairmount has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $795. Here are the most affordable University apartments for rent in Cleveland, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Heights Apartments on OverlookFebruary 2025 Move In Special1BR,1BA$795
Heights Apartments at Cedar FairmountFebruary 2025 Move In Special1BR,1BA$795
Twin FlagsStudioStudio,1BA$800
Overlook Manor1 bed1BR,1BA$900
Integrity Cleveland HeightsStudio 1 Bath (H@_0B)Studio,1BA$960
Little Italy Student Housing1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$985
1848 E 89th StOne Bed, One Bath1BR,1BA$1,000
Parkside DwellingsSmall StudioStudio,1BA$1,050
Fairhill Gardens2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,100
Lakeview Place8044BR,1BA$1,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University, OH

As of March 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the University area is the $1.69 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at 2087 Random Rd in the in the University Area neighborhood starting from $2,950. The second greatest value University apartment is the Private Bedroom in a 4 Bedroom 4.5 Bath (per be... Model at Reserve Overlook starting at $940 with a $0.57 price per square foot in the University Area 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.
2087 Random Rd3 Bedroom3BR,3BA$1.69
Reserve OverlookPrivate Bedroom in a 4 Bedroom 4.5 Bath (per be...1BR,1BA$0.57
CircleEast TownhomesTwo Bedroom Townhomes2BR,2.5BA$0.96
1918 E 123rd St, Unit Down Rear1918 E 123rd St2BR,1BA$1.25
1848 E 89th StStudioStudio ,1BA$1.20
Heights Apartments at Cedar FairmountFebruary 2025 Move In Special2BR,1BA$1.24
Overlook Manor2 bed2BR,1BA$1.25
Little Italy Student Housing1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.23
Fairhill Gardens2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.45
Heights Apartments on OverlookFebruary 2025 Move In Special1BR,1BA$1.22

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
University, Cleveland, OH

Ranked #21

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities across the United States including University, Cleveland, and the greater Cleveland area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in University?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University is under $1,100.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in University?

The cheapest apartment in University is Heights Apartments on Overlook which is listed at $795, while the average apartment in University costs $3,225.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in University?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 921 regular apartments in University that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in University?

Cheap apartments in University have an average cost of $480 which is $2,745 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University.

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