Cheap Apartments for Rent in University Heights, OH from $500 (112 Rentals)

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Cheapest Available University Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in University Heights, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Shaker Crossing in the Malvern neighborhood priced from $730. 2669 Euclid Heights Blvd in the Coventry Village neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $795. Here is today’s list of the most affordable University Heights apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Shaker CrossingOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$730
2669 Euclid Heights Blvd2626 North Moreland #221BR,1BA$795
The Balfour Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$850
Esther's PlaceOne Bed, One Bath1BR,1BA$900
Aristocrat Apts - Aspiring to Antastafae1x11BR,1BA$903
2814 Hampshire Rd2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$950
Brookline Gardens2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$975
Almar Arms1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$975
Heights Garden Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath - Upgraded1BR,1BA$995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Heights, OH

As of March 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Heights area is the $1.17 price per square foot Penthouse Model at The Parkland in the in the Malvern neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value University Heights apartment is the 19411 Winslow Rd Model at 19411 Winslow Rd, Unit 2 starting at $2,000 with a $0.77 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.
The ParklandPenthouse5BR,4.5BA$1.17
19411 Winslow Rd, Unit 219411 Winslow Rd4BR,3BA$0.77
1908 S Compton Rd1908 S Compton Rd4BR,2.5BA$0.99
Oliver HousePenthouse Suites - 2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.05
The DrakeThe Hoffman3BR,2BA$0.80
Aristocrat Apts - Aspiring to Antastafae1x21BR,2BA$1.17
Middlehurst Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath - Upgraded2BR,1BA$1.20
Shaker Norwood2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.20
2814 Hampshire Rd2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$0.95
Brookline Gardens2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.11

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Getting Around University Heights, OH

Walk Score®

76 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

49 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

2 / 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 VANTAGE APARTMENTS listed at $1,350.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom University Heights Apartment is $730 at Shaker Crossing.

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 $900 at Shaker Crossing.

What is the most affordable University Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?

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

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